Milan, Rome, and Turin are the only Italian destinations included in the QS Best Student Cities 2027 ranking, which evaluates 150 urban centers through academic quality, affordability, employer interest, student diversity, desirability, and feedback from students. Together, the 3 cities illustrate Italy’s growing international appeal while revealing different advantages and challenges.
Milan leads the Italian group, rising 5 positions from 44th to 39th and achieving an overall score of 80.1 out of 100. It is the highest position ever reached by an Italian city in this ranking.