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ADMISSIONS SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process for the Masters is open:

- for EU students from March 1st, 2025 to December 15th, 2025;

- for non-EU students, from March 1st 2025 to October 15th, 2025.

The selection process consists of two phases: an initial pre-selection phase followed by a second phase, which involves an interview with the Applicant.

1. Pre-selection phase

After the submission of the Application Form, Milano Fashion Institute (“MFI”) carries out a pre-selection based on the submitted documents, as well as on the fulfillment of the admission requirements and the selection criteria, all of which are detailed in the relevant section of this document. Following this initial assessment, MFI will inform the Applicant to the email address specified in the Application Form, if the application is suitable or not.

2. Second phase

If eligible, Applicants have to attend an online interview with the Academic Committee, after which the final result (admitted or not admitted) will be communicated to the same email address used to notify the result of the pre-selection process.

The process requires a period of 2 to 4 weeks. We therefore invite the candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Starting date of lectures Masters: 12 January 2026

Selection documents to be sent

1. Application Form. The Application Form must be completed accurately (in English or in Italian) in all its parts.
2. Copy of Degree certificate. The Master is aimed at both BA and MSc/equivalent graduates. The documentation must clearly include the University attended. If the degree was obtained between the date of conclusion of the selection process and the beginning of the Master, self certification is required with a commitment to send the degree certificate by the starting date of the course.
3. Copy of your Passport or your ID card
4. CV
5. Motivation letter. The letter must include the reasons that led the candidate to apply in the Master and the interest in the industry.
6. Photo (passport type)
7. Copy of the Official Transcript of Grades (official certificate issued by the University) of the exams in original language.
8. Copy of the English language certificate (TOEFL min 80; IELTS min 6 overall; PTE Academic min 51; CAE; CPE; BEC Higher), if needed.

Sending your Application Form

The Application Form (with all the documents attached) must be submitted no later than December 15th, 2025 (for EU students), and October 15th, 2025, for non-EU students, by the online form.

Selections results

At the end of the selection process, a written confirmation will be sent to applicants with reference to the results of their Admission request. The outcome will be alternatively admitted or not admitted.

The selection will consider not only the profile of the candidate but also the composition of the class, in order to reflect the diversity of educational backgrounds needed in the Master. If the candidate is eligible for admission, but places available are already fully confirmed, the Milano Fashion Institute reserves the right to place such candidates on the waiting list for the next edition. The results of the selection interviews are normally communicated within 3 working days from the date of the interview with the Academic Committee.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In order to apply for the admission to the Milano Fashion Institute Master Programs, there are two different typologies of requirements: study requirements and language requirements.

• For study requirements, it’s sufficient to have a B.A., M.Sc., or equivalent three year degree;
• For language requirements, at least an upper intermediate level of English is mandatory.

Differently, work experience is not required

The Masters are addressed to all graduates, with a BA, MSc or equivalent. It is not necessary to have attended a course of studies on the fashion industry; as an example, students with a degree in economics and management, or fashion design or communication sciences can apply for the Master.

Selection criteria

The selection is based on the evaluation of several factors, including the skills, knowledge, competences and pre-requisites of the applicant. Motivation that led the candidate to apply will be also considered, together with his/her level of involvement in the training project and future career aspirations.

For non-native English speakers, an advanced and certified level of knowledge of the English language is considered an important element of candidate evaluation. If you are a non-native English speaker and do not hold a bachelor's degree or high school diploma taught in English, MFI requires you to provide one of the following certifications:

TOEFL, minimum level 80;

IELTS, minimum 6 overall;

PTE Academic, minimum 51;

CAE;

CPE;

BEC Higher

Native English speakers and non-native English speakers who hold a bachelor’s degree (at least for 3 years) or a high school taught in English are not required to provide an English language certificate.

FINANCIAL COMMITMENT

The participants are required to have a significant commitment both personally and financially.

The total value of the Master is € 18,000 to be paid through 4 installments throughout the year as follows:

1st installment > € 4,500 upon acceptance of the admission;

2nd installment > € 4,500 by December 31st, 2025;

3rd installment > € 4,500 by March 8th, 2026;

4th installment > € 4,500 by May 3rd, 2026

SCHOLARSHIPS

The Milano Fashion Institute is proud to offer scholarships to students who distinguished themselves for merit and it is also actively involved in seeking scholarships thanks to agreements with private companies. Information regarding scholarships for the 2026 Masters are available here.

Withdrawal and Master Program transfer request

1. In case of withdrawal the first installment is non-refundable.
2. The Applicant is allowed to drop the Master Program up to the fifth calendar day preceding the starting date of the lectures, by submitting a written request (via priority mail service) to the following registered address of MFI, Via Durando 38, 20158, Milan, anticipated in any case by e-mail to administration@milanofashioninstitute.it; in case of withdrawal, the Applicant may request the return of fees paid, except for the first installment.
3. The Applicant is allowed to ask for transferring from a Master Program to another one, by submitting a written request letter (priority mail service) to the registered address of MFI, Via Durando 38, 20158, Milan, anticipated in any case by e-mail to administration@milanofashioninstitute.it; MFI will consider the reasons behind the request and will inform the student of the approval or not of the transfer request. The transfer is not guaranteed and is subject to availability.
4. If the Applicant, following the procedures outlined in the previous article, express an intention not to attend the lectures at a later date and fails to provide notice and is not present in class, he/she will not be entitled to any refund and must pay the full fee. However, the Applicant may, within a (calendar) year from the start date of the Master Program’s lectures, attend the next edition of the same Master Program (if applicable) or another MFI Master Program, upon payment of price adjustment.