All candidates regularly enrolled in the penultimate year of a Bachelor’s degree during the 2025/2026 academic year who attend the Graduate Summer School in the summer of 2026 can participate in the selection for early enrollment in Master’s Degree Programs for the 2027/2028 academic year.
Who can take the Graduate Summer School Admission Test?
The selection is reserved for candidates who:
- Are regularly enrolled, in the 2025/2026 academic year, in the penultimate year of a Bachelor’s degree (obtained in Italy or abroad).
- Attend the Graduate Summer School in the summer of 2026.
- Verify they meet the minimum curricular requirements and that their study path is consistent with the chosen Master’s Degree Program.
Registering for the Admission Test: procedures and required documents
Applications can be submitted exclusively by July 12, 2026, through the specific online platform published at the beginning of this page. There is no participation fee.
Mandatory documents to attach:
- Valid passport or identity document proving citizenship.
- Enrollment certificate (in Italian or English) stating: enrollment in the penultimate year for the 2025/2026 academic year, the list of exams taken, and the respective grades.
Note for Italian degrees: the certificate must include the course class, the Scientific-Disciplinary Sectors (SSD), and the CFU (credits) for each exam.
Language Choice and Course Preference
During the application phase, it is mandatory to choose the test language:
- English Test: if passed, it allows enrollment in both Italian and English-taught courses.
- Italian Test: allows enrollment exclusively in courses taught in Italian.
- Course Preference: a preference among the offered courses must be indicated, but this is not binding for admission purposes.
Test Structure and Passing the Exam
The test is unique and will take place in person, in paper format at the Luiss campus, on July 17, 2026.
- Composition: 50 multiple-choice questions.
- Topics: psycho-attitudinal, logical-reasoning, and problem-solving questions (GMAT style).
- Duration: 75 minutes.
- Scoring: 1 point for each correct answer; -0.20 points for each incorrect or omitted answer.
Admission Thresholds:
- General minimum score: 65/100.
- Minimum score for Finance and Management courses: 70/100.
Results will be available on the Luiss website starting from the end of September 2026.
In Case of Admission
Admitted candidates may register for attendance in a Master’s Degree Program according to the procedures that will be communicated in October 2026. At this stage, the choice of course becomes binding and the first installment of the tuition fee for the 2027/2028 academic year must be paid.
F.A.Q. – Further Information
Yes, unsuccessful candidates who take the Luiss test again for the 2027/2028 academic year can benefit from a bonus based on their GSS score:
- +6 points for scores between 55.00 and 64.99,
- +3 points for scores between 45.00 and 54.99.
Changes can be requested via email at ammissione@luiss.it by July 12, 2026.
Yes, needs must be reported and medical documentation uploaded by July 12, 2026. Possible measures include extra time (30% for SLD or 50% for disabilities ≥ 66%), use of a non-scientific calculator, or assistance from a tutor.
No, certifications are not necessary; passing the test in the chosen language serves as proof of proficiency.