Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
Milan, Italy
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 1921
Overview
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (Catholic University of the Sacred Heart) is a private non-profit Catholic university founded in Milan in 1921. It is one of the largest private universities in Europe and the largest Catholic university in the world by enrolment. The university operates five campuses: the main campus in Milan (Largo A. Gemelli 1), and additional campuses in Rome, Brescia, Piacenza and Cremona. Academic programmes span first cycle (laurea triennale and ciclo unico), second cycle (laurea magistrale) and third cycle (dottorato di ricerca) degrees, as well as university specialising master programmes, specialisation schools, and professional education. The university participates in the Erasmus+ programme (code I MILANO03) and holds a valid Erasmus Charter for Higher Education. It is listed in the EQAR/ETER registry (DEQARINST1421). Tuition is income-based for most programmes, ranging from approximately €3,284 to €11,806 per year (or up to €18,598 for Medicine). Scholarships and fee waivers are available on merit and income criteria.
Fields of study
- Law
- Economics and Business
- Education
- Psychology
- Medicine and Surgery
- Political Science
- Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
- Agricultural Sciences
- Mathematics and Natural Sciences
- Banking and Finance
- Communication
- International Relations
Accreditation: ANVUR (Agenzia Nazionale di Valutazione del Sistema Universitario e della Ricerca)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
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- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
From about $3,547 / year
Domestic students
€3,284 – €18,598 / year
Tuition for a.a. 2026/27 is income-based, divided into 5 instalments. For most courses (excl. Medicine): min €3,284 – max €11,806 per year. Medicine faculty: €3,232–€18,598. First instalment fixed at €1,500; second at €1,000 (triennale/ciclo unico) or €1,200 (magistrale). Some courses have fixed tuition. Scholarships and fee waivers available based on merit and income.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Public and Cultural Diplomacy for International Relations (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Competenze Digitali per il Management dei Servizi (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master in Strategic Communication and Reputation Management (opens in a new tab)Online | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
