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About UCSC
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC) — private non-profit university. It is located in Milan, Italy. UCSC is working closely with European University Association (EUA), International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU).
The university is one of the top-440 universities in the world. The educational institution is in the top-300 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
UCSC offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
Location
Milan, Italy
Establishment year
1921
Students
28,725
International students
2,135
Female students
71%
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The academic year at UCSC is continuous. It means that students have no break between courses. However, for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UCSC for local citizens starts from 3,955 USD per year. For international students, the cost of study differs — from 6,778 USD. The educational institution helps students financially with the help of scholarships and financial aid. They are available to local and international students. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
You cannot enter university in Italy after the 11th grade, as school education here lasts longer. Applicants need to eliminate the academic difference. There are two ways to do this: either study for a year at a university in your home country, or complete one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, Foundation, etc.). Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. Applicants will need a subject exam — ACT or SAT.
Master's degree at UCSC
To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. There is an opportunity to study at UCSC via online master's programs.
UCSC campus
The city campus of UCSC provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Milan has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. Student life at UCSC is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
After graduation in Italy, you can stay for a period of 6 months to a year. To do this, you need a job seeker visa. Only graduates of master's or doctoral programs can get it. UCSC graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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