English Track (800 hours): fully taught in English

This programme is ideal for students looking to reach 12 years of global schooling, enhance their English proficiency and gain foundational knowledge.

Structure of the programme:

• English Language and Academic Skills (500 hours)
  Advance from B1 to B2+/C1 with comprehensive training in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for academic purposes.
   
• Italian Language and Culture (160 hours)
  Achieve A2 level Italian, equipping you for real-life interactions and academic integration in Italy.
   
• Subject Courses (140 hours)
  Choose from areas such as: 
  • Humanities and Social Studies
  • Art and Literature
  • Business, Finance and Law
  • Political Science
     

Course study plans and schedules will be added as soon as they are available. 

8 September 2025 - 6 June 2026

Opening: Mid-February 2025

 
Deadline round 1: 17 April 2025
Deadline round 2: 22 May 2025

Feedback is provided on a rolling basis. 

The Foundation Programme is meant for students who have earned a high school diploma that qualifies them for university enrollment in the awarding country, but do not meet the 12-year schooling requirement. Cattolica Foundation Programme does not compensate for other missing requirements.

To apply, you must complete the online application form and upload the required documents.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the Foundation Porgramme (English track), you must meet the following criteria:

• High School Completion: You must have completed or be in the final year of high school.
• Language Proficiency: you must provide proof of English proficiency - minimum level B1 (see accepted certificates below)
• Minimum Age: Candidates must turn 17 by July 31, 2025.

 

Required Documents

While filling out the online application form, you must upload:

• High School Transcript: a complete transcript showing results for each year of high school. If you have not yet graduated, submit your most up-to-date transcript, including your final year. If not in English, provide an official translation.
• High School Diploma (if already obtained): a copy of your diploma. If not in English, include a translation.
• Language Assessment Report
  Accepted forms of proof:
  • Official language certification - minimum level B1 (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge, etc.).
  • Online test report (e.g., Duolingo).
  • A report from a language instructor confirming your proficiency level.
  • Results from a school language test.
• CV/Resumé: Highlight academic and extracurricular experiences.

Optional Documents (not required but encouraged)

• Motivation Letter: Share your academic ambitions and goals.

The Foundation Programme is meant for students who have earned a high school diploma that qualifies them for university enrollment in the awarding country, but do not meet the 12-year schooling requirement.

Cattolica Foundation Programme does not compensate for other missing requirements.
 

Take the first step toward your academic journey: 
 

  

• Tuition Fee: €9,450 (3 instalments: €1,470 due upon confirmation of enrolment, €3,990 due October 31, and €3,990 due February 28, 2026)
   
• Accommodation: €600/month × 9 months = €5,400 (if booked via MIL Service, see more information below)
   
• Total Cost: €14,850
   
• Application Fee: €100 (includes a language placement test for the English track)

Limited guaranteed placements are available in housing managed by MIL Service.

   

Key Features: 

• Convenient Location: Housing within a short commute to the Milan campus. 
• Transparent Costs: No hidden fees or agency charges. 
• Year-Round Access: Includes Christmas and relevant holidays from September to June. 
• Comprehensive Service: Regular linen changes, cleaning, and in-house maintenance assistance. 
• Hassle-Free Utilities: All-inclusive (electricity, internet, etc.). 
• Visa-Friendly: Documentation provided to support visa applications. 
• Easy renting: Rent is paid in four installments, with 50% of the first semester's rent due upon confirmation of placement. Candidates who confirm their place in the Foundation Year will receive information on how to apply for housing and placement, including payment details.This service offers stress-free, reliable, and affordable accommodation tailored to students’ needs, ensuring a seamless academic experience. 

 

Students who are under the age of 17 at the time of enrolment and arrival in Italy must have a guardian on-site until they turn 18. If a legal representative—such as a family member or friend in Italy—is not available to take on this role on behalf of the student’s parents or legal guardians in their home country, families can rely on the professional services of GB Education Italy (gbeducationitaly.com). GB Education Italy provides expert guardianship support, ensuring students have a trusted point of reference for their well-being, safety, and administrative needs throughout their stay in Italy.