Erasmus Experience in Milano, Italy by Irina

Why did you choose to go to Milan, Italy?

Because I like fashion and I like Italy.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

The scholarship depens of the subjects you choose. The Erasmus economic help, in my case was 120€/month (Like the money you spend in food for mounth)

What is the student lifestyle like in Milan?

Erasmus student lifestyle it is really good.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Milan to other students?

Yes.

What is the food like?

It is really nice. I recomend you to go to do aperitivo it is nice and cheaper.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Milan?

Not much.

How much does it cost to live in Milan?

It is expensive. I think that to live fine there you need like a 1000€/month mininum.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Yes, but I recomend to take the "comune di Milano" italian courses.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Milan from your city?

Plane, the most economical company is Ryanair but I prefer take vueling because the staff its really nice.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Milan?

Alcatraz, Old Fashion, Just Cavalli, The Club, Le banque...

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Milan?

Pipermoon

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Duomo, Pinacoteca di Brera, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, Chiesa di Sant'Ambrogio, fare un giro per Brera sempre è molto carino ed anche sul Navigli

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Milan in the future?

Take the Erasmus card and "l'abonamento giovane per il treno"