Exceptional student accommodation in the global city of Milan
Italy’s second largest city and one of the world’s fashion capitals, Milan is also home to over 200,000 students across more than twenty universities. When you’re ready for a study break, you’ll be able to take in the abundance of attractions and activities that Milan has to offer. So, why not stroll around the breath taking Duomo, marvel at the Galleria or enjoy the vibrant bar and eatery packed Navigli District. Milan’s endless possibilities and large student community makes the city perfect for student living.
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Your wellbeing is at the forefront of our mind. We have specific cleaning routines and sanitising facilities in place to make sure you get the best and safest living experience possible.
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We want you to have the very best university years and that’s why we’ve got a calendar brimming with fun social events both virtually and in person that you can get involved with. By living with Collegiate you can make friends for life, create lasting memories and be a part of a great community.
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No more worrying about bills and extra costs. Collegiate’s all-inclusive rents take away the hassle of bills leaving you to get on with enjoying your student experience.
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FAQs: Student Accommodation in Milan
How much does rent cost for students in Milan?
Several factors affect the rent of student residences, including the type of student accommodation you book. The various facilities and amenities provided by the accommodation, and the room’s configuration, all factor into the price for accommodation in Milan. Private student accommodation in Milan usually costs between ca. 650€ – 1.300€ per Month.
How do I pay for my student room in Milan?
You can make rent payments online using your credit or debit card via your Collegiate Portal account.
How much money will I spend on bills as a student in Milan?
On average, Italian students spend 60€ per month on bills. However, when you book Collegiate student accommodation in Milan all bills are included with your room: electricity, gas, water & broadband. You also get exclusive access to features such as an onsite laundry room, a study room, a cinema room, a gym & fitness suite, outdoor green spaces, a residents’ lounge, and a swimming pool & wellness centre.
What are the best student areas in Milan?
Collegiate Milan North is in the perfect location, just a short distance from some of the city’s student hot spots and the University of Milan-Bicocca. The Teatro degli Arcimboldi plays host to big-name concerts and spectacular musicals, while the Pirelli HangarBicocca arts centre features quirky and thought-provoking exhibitions. Smart shops fill the Bicocca Village mall, and the nearby Parco Nord Milano offers a place to enjoy a quiet stroll or a picnic with friends. Thriving Milan city centre is accessible in 15 minutes by metro.
Can I view my student flat in Milan before booking?
Yes, most accommodation providers including Collegiate will provide tours of the apartments – either via video or in person. Simply contact the Milan team to arrange a viewing.
What different types of student accommodation are available?
Our student accommodation in Milan boasts amazing facilities, all-inclusive rooms, and studios to suit your needs and budget while also benefitting from its proximity to the University of Milan-Bicocca, as well as great public transport links to the city centre and main higher education institutions in Milan.
Collegiate Milan North
- Ensuite Club Rooms with access to shared cooking lounges for a reduce number of tenants, includes:
> Shared social cooking facilities
> Private study area
> Private ensuite
> Size range around 15m2 - Private Apartments includes:
> Private Full equipped kitchen
> Private study area
> Private ensuite
> Size range from 15-23m2 - Courtyard Apartments offer the possibility to leave in a large flat that includes:
> Private Full equipped kitchen
> Private study area
> Private ensuite
> Size range around 22m2 - Penthouse Apartments with a large private green terrace, includes:
> Private Full equipped kitchen
> Private study area
> Private ensuite
> Size range around 23m2
> Large private green terrace 22m2
What are the best ways to travel around Milan?
Milan is a great city to live in as a student as it the leading financial centre and the most prosperous manufacturing and commercial city of Italy. it’s friendly and benefits from great transport links and an easy-to-navigate centre.
- Public transport
The best way to get around Milan is by the efficient, and inexpensive, public transportation system called the ATM. This system of subway, buses and trams is far-reaching and very cheap. - Milan North is just 2 min away from M1 metro line which connects you with the city centre and main university campuses. Tram 7 and bus lines 81 and 86 are also nearby.
- Walking
The university of Bicocca campus is just a few minutes away on foot, while the beautiful Parco Nord Milano is perfect for a gentle stroll.
What is there to do in Milan?
From the magnificent Duomo to the iconic San Siro, these are some of the best things to do in Milan:
- Duomo
The city’s most important landmark located right in the centre of Milan. Building on this magnificent Gothic cathedral began in the late 14th century and lasted hundreds of years. While there is plenty to see inside the cathedral, a visit to the top – via stairs or an elevator – is an absolute must in order to see Milan’s ever-changing skyline.
- Fonderie Milanesi
The aperitivo is considered an institution in Milan, and no visit to the city is complete without partaking in this pre-dinner ritual. Near Porta Ticinese, Fonderie Milanesi is the ideal venue to socialise like a true Italian: sit outdoors and revel in light bites alongside your favourite cocktail. The tradition began in the late 19th century, when Gaspare Campari, intent on serving a drink that stimulated rather than spoiled the appetite, began serving his eponymous bitter aperitif. As more drinks were developed, more nibbles were added to the offerings and it’s now common to find bars with elaborate buffet spreads. Commonly enjoyed between 7pm and 9pm, it’s not unusual for the best spots to be completely packed – but it’s this community spirit that makes it so special.
- Navigli District
Constructed over hundreds of years, with input from da Vinci himself, Milan’s system of navigable and interconnected canals granted the landlocked city more access to the outside world. Today, the Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese are some of the only canals still visible, and around them a torrent of bars have sprung up as well as restaurants and cafés that thrum with activity on weekend nights.
- The Last Supper
Perhaps one of the most famous paintings in the world, da Vinci’s The Last Supper has been reproduced many times, but no tote bag or mouse pad or even large-scale reproduction can adequately capture the artist’s emotionally charged mural. Visit this incredible piece of history – even despite the fact that Jesus’s feet were lost in 1652 due to some ill-thought-out renovations!
- Teatro alla Scala
Since being founded by Archduchess Maria Theresa in the late 18th century, the Teatro alla Scala has remained one of the finest opera theatres in Europe. We’d highly recommend a night out at this grand auditorium, it’s truly an experience like no other. But if you’re not feeling like sitting through an entire night of opera, why not visit the museum instead, where you can at least enjoy the aesthetic majesty of the glorious red and gold interior.
- San Siro Stadium
This colossal football shrine is a testament to the popularity of both AC Milan and Inter, the city’s two football teams. The stadium was consistently enlarged over the first half of the 20th century to accommodate more and more fans, eventually reaching a capacity of around 80,000 people (making it the largest in Italy and one of the largest stadiums in Europe). This also makes it a prime spot for concerts with the likes of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Coldplay, Bruce Springsteen, One Direction and Madonna all gracing the stadium.
Are there free things to do in Milan?
- There are lots of free things to do in Milan. Enjoy the city’s multitude of parks and green spaces, stroll through the canal abundant Navigli District, or take in the magnificent Duomo Cathedral.
- A 15-minute walk away from Collegiate Milan North, you’ll find Pirelli HangarBicocca, an art centre with huge exhibition galleries, showcasing some of the world’s most awe-inspiring contemporary art.
- If you’re an art lover, why not take a street-art tour. All over the city, you’ll find both grandiose and more discreet artistic installations, from huge building-side murals to tiny, decorated manhole coverings. Visit the Leoncavallo area for an incredible collection of stunning graffiti, just a few minutes from Collegiate Milan North.
What are some interesting facts about Milan?
- Milan is Italy’s second largest city and home to the most skyscrapers, including the iconic Pirelli Tower. At the time of construction, the tower was the tallest building in Italy, and the first building to surpass the Milan Cathedral in height. However, it’s now lost its title and these days there are several towers taller than the Pirelli Tower. In fact, today it’s only the 10th tallest building in Milan, and the tallest, the UniCredit Tower is almost twice as high.
- The city is also one of the fashion capitals of the world, sharing its status with fellow powerhouses London, Paris and New York. Venice isn’t the only Italian city home to an impressive collection of canals as Milan boasts the Navigli, a system of 5 canals connecting different neighbourhoods.
- Milan is truly an art lover’s dream. The Last Supper is probably one of the most famous paintings in the world, along with the Mona Lisa, with both painted by Leonardo da Vinci. While it’s a well-known fact that Paris’ Louvre Museum hosts the Mona Lisa, did you know that The Last Supper is located here in Milan, in the Santa Maria delle Grazie church. The painting sits on the wall of the Church’s refectory, and you might be surprised by how big it is!
Which universities are local to Milan?
In Milan you’ll find more than 20 Higher Educational Institution of recognition:
Università degli Studi di Milano *27min
Politecnico di Milano *25min
Università degli Studi di Milano Bicocca *9min
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore *33min
Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi *45min
Università IULM *40min
Accademia Di Belle Arti Di Brera *30min
Nuova Accademia Di Belle Arti Milano *45min
Fondazione Milano *43min
Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele *33min
Istituto Europeo di Design *30min
Accademia d’Arti e Mestieri dello Spettacolo alla Scala *27min
Conservatorio Di Musica ‘G. Verdi’ Di Milano *24min
Istituto Marangoni *20min
and many others…
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