Admission Test to Luiss Master's Degree Courses for EU and Schengen Students
Learn about the requirements and how to apply for Luiss Master’s Degree programs for the 2026/2027 academic year through the Luiss Admission Test, which is for students who are EU citizens or belong to the Schengen Area.
The test is the primary way to gain admission to Luiss master’s programs for those who wish to continue their studies in an excellent academic environment, with programs offered in both Italian and English.
Check the 2026/2027 Competition Notice to learn more about:
- how to register and participate;
- the test's structure and content;
- the evaluation criteria and additional scores.
Admission test results
Find out the results of the Admission Test for EU students applying to Master's Degree Programs.
Key deadlines for the Luiss Admission Test 2026/2027
The admission process for Luiss Master's Degree Programs involves a series of steps with specific deadlines. The following infographic provides a concise overview of key dates, from registration for the Test to enrollment, to help candidates better plan each step of the admissions process.
For admission to the Degree Programs in Finance and Management, please refer to the dedicated page.
Master's Degree Programs Available
You can specify up to two master's degree programs within the same subject area (Economics or Political Science), choosing from the following:
Economic Area
| Courses in Italian | Courses in English |
|---|---|
| Administration, Finance, and Control – Financial Reporting, Control, and Business Consulting | Administration, Finance, and Control – Accounting, Financial Management, and Control |
| Economics, Institutions, and Financial Markets – Banks and Financial Intermediaries | Economics, Institutions, and Financial Markets – Economics, Data, and Policy Analysis |
| Marketing - Italian track | Marketing - English track |
| Strategic Management - Italian track | Strategic Management - English track |
| Data Science and Management | |
| Global Management and Politics |
Political Science Area
| Courses in Italian | Courses in English |
|---|---|
| Government and Public Affairs - Orientation in Italian | Government and Public Affairs - Orientation in English |
| International Relations | |
| Global Management and Politics |
Test Language
Luiss offers the option to take the Admission Test in either Italian or English, promoting access to an international and multilingual education.
If you choose to take the test in Italian, you will only be able to apply for courses taught in Italian.
If you choose to take the test in English, you'll be able to apply for courses in both Italian and English.
Admission requirements and documentation
Candidates who meet the following requirements are eligible to take the test:
- EU or Schengen Area citizenship;
- a bachelor’s degree, either already obtained or to be completed by November 9, 2026, that allows enrollment in a master’s degree program in Italy.
Required documentation
- Passport or identity card indicating nationality;
- certificate of enrolment or graduation (transcript of records) with list of exams, ECTS, SSD and Degree class.
Before registering, it is mandatory to check the minimum curricular requirements published on the dedicated page of the Luiss website.
How to register for the Luiss Admission Test
You can register for the Admission Test through April 9, 2026, by filling out the online form available on this page.
The mandatory, non-refundable participation fee is €150.00.
You can change the information you've entered and the courses you've selected until April 9, 2026, by emailing ammissione@luiss.it.
After this date, the application can no longer be modified.
Assessment methods and results
Rankings will be prepared for each first-choice course, in order of score expressed in hundredths.
The Committee will set a minimum admission threshold, which will vary by course or specialization.
If there are still spots available, the Committee may also consider second choices.
There is an additional score for students who took the Graduate Summer School 2025 Admission Test (see the official announcement for more details).
The results have been published. Visit the dedicated page to find out how to access them.
Were you not admitted?
The result you received pertains to both choices you made. We confirm that there are no plans for moving candidates up the list or for a second round of selections. We're sorry the selection process didn't go as you hoped.
Since the selection process for the 2026–2027 academic year is now complete, if you are interested, we invite you to explore the Master’s programs offered by the Luiss Schools (Business School, School of Government, and School of Law).
After admission: enrollment and contributions
Admitted students must:
- register for the program by June 15, 2026, and pay the first installment of the annual fee of €5,000.00;
- once you have obtained your bachelor's degree, upload the required documents to the Self-Service web portal by November 9, 2026.
Admission will only become final after the documentation has been verified.
FAQ
The test will be held online and remotely from April 13 to 16, 2026.
Candidates with EU or Schengen Area citizenship who have graduated or will graduate by November 9, 2026, from a bachelor’s degree program eligible for enrollment in an Italian master’s degree program are eligible to apply.
For foreign credentials, enrollment is subject to verification of the credential’s eligibility by the Admissions Office. It is the candidate's responsibility to verify its validity and to follow any procedures related to a student visa.
Starting in May, when you log in to the platform, you'll be guided through the steps within the timeframes indicated.
You must complete your enrollment by June 15, 2026, and then upload the required documentation after completing your bachelor’s degree.
The one-time annual fee for Master's Degree programs is 15,000.00 euros (payable in three installments, with the first installment due on June 15, 2026, and the second and third installments due in November 2026 and February 2027, respectively).