United International Business Schools - UIBS vs Bocconi University vs Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore - UCSC vs NABA – New Academy of Fine Arts vs SDA Bocconi School of Management

Side-by-side comparison from 172 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Vita-Salute San Raffaele University - UniSR (4.90)
United International Business Schools - UIBS: wins 0/7 categories
Bocconi University: wins 0/7 categories
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore - UCSC: wins 0/7 categories
NABA – New Academy of Fine Arts: wins 1/7 categories
SDA Bocconi School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
Accademia della moda IUAD: wins 1/7 categories
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University - UniSR: wins 5/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting and Management Information Systems
Milano, Italy
4.20
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Best programme: BSc in International Economics and Management
Best programme: Communication Management
Best programme: Art Management
Best programme: Fashion
Best programme: Fisioterapia
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.25
4.14
4.33
Not rated
3.00
4.57
Win
Location
4.75
4.30
4.48
4.33
Not rated
5.00
Win
4.29
Professors
4.75
4.28
4.32
4.33
Not rated
4.00
4.86
Win
Internationality
4.50
3.94
3.89
4.67
Win
Not rated
1.00
4.43
Student life
4.25
4.18
4.00
4.00
Not rated
4.00
4.43
Win
Value
4.50
4.33
4.34
4.33
Not rated
3.00
5.00
Win
Accommodation
4.00
3.90
3.38
4.00
Not rated
3.00
4.17
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive and helpful faculty
  • +Positive and enriching learning experience
  • +Safe and well-equipped campus
  • +Excellent, highly qualified instructors and updated courses
  • +Strong foundation in management and economics with real-world application
  • +Numerous professional and integration opportunities
  • +Helpful and knowledgeable professors
  • +Inclusive and transformative environment
  • +Career-building opportunities and connections
  • +Outstanding teachers and a supportive, family-like community.
  • +Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a well-resourced environment.
  • +An international atmosphere with diverse student interactions.

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  • +Professional instructors with international student support
  • +Good, well-maintained facilities
  • +Clear communication regarding class changes
  • +Integrated academic, clinical, and research environment
  • +High-quality teaching and knowledgeable, available instructors
  • +Excellent preparation, rich internships, and modern facilities
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Outdated teaching methods emphasize memorization over practical application.
  • -Limited and unpleasant facilities hinder the student experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are a major concern.
  • -The curriculum and teaching methods are perceived as ineffective and irrelevant.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources are a major concern.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor communication and lack of support, are frequently criticized.
  • -Overcrowded classrooms and a lack of individual attention negatively impact the learning experience.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor upkeep are frequently criticized.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinders academic success.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and transparency leads to confusion.
Rating summary
What students say

Academic and environmental aspects of the university are highly regarded, with professors and location both receiving a near-perfect score of 4.75. Student life is also a positive, scoring 4.25, and internationality and value are strong at 4.5. Facilities and accommodation present the weakest areas, both rated at 4.

Overall, this institution receives strong marks in several key areas. Value for money stands out as a particularly high-scoring category, closely followed by location and professors. Student life and facilities also perform well. The areas with the lowest ratings are accommodations and internationality, suggesting potential room for improvement in these specific aspects of the university experience.

This institution receives particularly high marks for its **location** (4.48), closely followed by **professors** (4.32) and **value** (4.34). Students also appreciate the **facilities** (4.14) and **student life** (4.00). The weakest area of feedback centers on **accommodation**, which scores the lowest at 3.38, with **internationality** also receiving a slightly more moderate rating of 3.89.

This institution receives commendations across several key areas. Its strongest performance is in **Internationality**, with a rating of 4.67. Facilities, Professors, Location, and Value are also highly rated, each scoring 4.33. Student Life and Accomodation are solid, both receiving a score of 4.

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This university excels in **location**, earning a perfect score, and demonstrates strengths in **professors** and **student life**, both rated highly. Areas for improvement are apparent in **internationality**, which received the lowest rating, and **facilities** and **accommodation**, which are rated moderately. **Value** also falls in the middle range.

This institution receives outstanding marks, particularly for its **professors** and **value**, which are rated exceptionally high. The **facilities** and **student life** are also strong points. While **accommodation** and **location** are rated slightly lower, they remain positive. The university demonstrates good **internationality**, contributing to a well-rounded experience.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~75% of reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive learning environment and helpful, passionate faculty. One review mentioned slow administrative services.

The vast majority of reviews are positive, praising rigorous, well-taught courses and professional integration opportunities. A small portion of feedback mentions administrative issues and outdated teaching methods valuing memorization.

With ~96% positive feedback, students highlight helpful professors, excellent learning environments, and valuable networking opportunities. Some noted high tuition fees or minor organizational issues. No 1-2 star reviews were submitted.

All 8 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.38/5. Students consistently praise outstanding teachers, a supportive environment with compassionate individuals, and abundant resources, fostering personal growth and strong connections.

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With a 4/5 average rating, the sole review is positive. Students appreciate professional, supportive instructors and good facilities, though they suggest adding a microwave and providing more notice for class changes.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (100%), with an average rating of 4.86/5. Students frequently highlight the strong integration of campus, hospital, and research, along with high-quality teaching and valuable internship opportunities.

Rating distribution
5★
75%
38%
39%
38%
0%
0%
86%
4★
0%
53%
59%
63%
0%
100%
14%
3★
25%
6%
5%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
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An amazing experience!

I love the quality of education I received at Bocconi. Having previously studied Management back in Turkey, coming here to do my masters in Marketing Management allowed me to get much more specialisation regarding my field. I got to know more about the data side of marketing, which brought me a whole other perspective. The school itself has many opportunities to make your university life the best possible experience. I enjoyed the seminars held, the extracurricular activities carried out, the opportunities to join an association, and have also been staying in one of the residences of Bocconi, which has made my life so much easier. Overall, I can say that both in terms of the education I got and the campus life Bocconi provided me, I am very satisfied with everything.

Transformative Experience

As an international student, my experience at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore has been transformative. The university’s inclusive environment fosters a deep sense of belonging, making it easy to adapt to a new culture. Professors are approachable and deeply knowledgeable, providing an enriching academic experience that combines theory with practical insights. The campus is vibrant, offering a blend of modern facilities and historic charm, creating an inspiring atmosphere for learning. With diverse extracurricular activities and opportunities to connect with students from around the world, Cattolica truly embodies a global community. It’s a place where personal and academic growth thrive.

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I liked the ambiant, the friendly people, professional professors, the care of details. I had the opportunity to improve myself and find out more about me, my skills and what I'm looking for in a job.

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A place for opportunities!

I completed both my Bachelor’s (Triennale) and Master’s (Magistrale) degrees in Biotechnology. Being in a small class was really helpful. It made communication between students and professors much easier. Also, the program offers a one-year internship packed with opportunities! .

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