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TOL Polimi Preparation

~95 minutes, 0-100 scale, a score that decides the ranking. We prepare you for both TOL windows, in Milan and online.

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Two ways to prepare for the TOL Polimi

1-to-1 Preparation

You have high goals for Polimi, you want a personalised pathway and to start when it suits you

  • Dedicated tutor
  • Personalised study plan
  • Flexible pace: start whenever you want
  • Calibrated to the TOL window you're aiming for — early or standard
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Mini Masterclass TOL

You have solid foundations, you want a fixed schedule aligned to the TOL windows and to learn alongside students who share your ambitions

  • Small groups (3-7 students) or in a pair
  • Programme structured around the TOL windows
  • Placement test to define your starting level
  • Option to join selected parts of the programme
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Enrolment always open

Vedi confronto completo: 1-a-1 vs gruppo
 One-to-one preparationMini Masterclass
Starting levelUncertain, with specific gaps to fillSolid, you want to push for a competitive score
PacePersonalised, adapted week by weekFixed, structured calendar built around the TOL windows
Start dateWhenever you want — no waitingNext start — enrolment always open
PathPlan calibrated to your profile and the Polimi targetStandard programme with shared check-points
Interaction1-to-1 focus with the tutor, maximum individual attentionComparison with other students, group dynamic
The challenge

Why choose Up to Ten for TOL preparation

The TOL isn't just about knowing the maths and physics from school: you have to turn them into a test performance. That's exactly our job — building the bridge between the concepts studied in class and the way the Polimi asks for them under the clock.

Anna Elsa Paccagnella — Co-Founder, Up to Ten

Anna Elsa Paccagnella

Co-Founder, Head of Education and Business Development

The Polimi test, not just any test

The TOL isn't a standard test: it's the door into one of Europe's most prestigious polytechnics.

Speed, precision, targeted strategy

30/100 is only the pass threshold: to be competitive at Polimi you need scores above 65 (above 75 for the most sought-after courses). Theory alone isn't enough — you need speed, precision and a targeted strategy.

Tutors who know the TOL in detail

We know which question types come up most often, the right balance between maths and physics, and the strategies that maximise the score.

Polimi rankings, not just the threshold

Passing the threshold isn't enough: we take you to the score that secures a safe position in the Polimi rankings, whatever engineering programme you want.

The path

Three phases towards the Politecnico

The tutor builds the path and adapts it on the data the platform generates after each assessment and simulation.

01

Foundation

We map the starting level on every TOL section — maths, physics, logic, verbal comprehension, English — and rebuild the foundations where they're needed. The tutor analyses timing, error patterns and critical areas; from there the personalised plan starts, calibrated to the TOL window and the target score. Between lessons the tutor assigns targeted work on our platform, so progress is continuous at home too.

02

Development

Section-by-section consolidation: algebra, functions, trigonometry, combinatorics and fast calculation for maths; mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, waves and structure of matter for physics; logical patterns, fast reading and critical analysis for comprehension; grammar and technical vocabulary for English. Every session tracked on Up to Connect, every error reviewed with the tutor. Guided independent work between lessons — exercises and modules calibrated to the week's errors — is where speed is built.

03

Excellence

The final dress rehearsal: timed full simulations on the real TOL format — 0–100 scale, non-cumulative time between sections, test platform in line with the real test. Numerical analysis of consistency in results: not just the average score but the estimated probability of hitting the competitive score for the rankings. The tutor calibrates the final strategy on this data, from section-by-section time management to the practical preparation of the online exam conditions (environment setup, system requirements, handling interruptions).

Our approach

The Up to Ten method for the TOL Polimi

Our preparation is specifically calibrated to the structure and requirements of the Politecnico test. Here's what makes our approach effective.

01

Tailored pathways

Standard TOL: for graduating students, with real simulations and performance analytics. Early TOL: for penultimate-year students, focused on the score that guarantees automatic admission.

02

Balanced math-physics preparation

Math: algebra, functions, trigonometry, combinatorics, and speed-calculation techniques. Physics: mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, waves, and structure of matter with a problem-solving approach.

03

Two-window TOL strategy

We prepare you to make the most of both test opportunities, whether you want to take the first window (February-March) or the second (March-May) to maximize your score after intensive preparation.

04

Real TOL Polimi simulations

Numerous full timed simulations with the same TOL scoring system. Detailed performance analysis to optimize your response strategy. Specific training for time and pressure management. Numerical analysis methods define not only your score but also result consistency and the probability of achieving your target score.

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Exam structure

Structure of the TOL Polimi

 
Maths
Logic
Comprehension
Physics
English
Questions2055530
Time50min15min15min15min15min
ArgomentiAlgebra, Functions, Trigonometry, Trigonometry, CombinatoricsLogical reasoning, Patterns, InferencesFast reading, Critical analysis, Technical textsMechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Waves and the structure of matterGrammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension

+1 correct, 0 wrong or unanswered — 0-100 scale

Fonte: Polimi — Admission notice

Politecnico di Milano
92%

Our students admitted to their chosen degree programme

Up to Ten internal data

~28%

Polimi admission rate — out of all candidates who sat the test

Politecnico public data

> 65

Competitive score for the Polimi ranking (over 75 for the most sought-after courses)

Recent Polimi rankings

2 windows

Early (fourth year of high school) + standard — we cover both

Politecnico admission notice

Politecnico di Milano admission

TOL or TOLC-I? How to choose

The Politecnico di Milano accepts two routes into engineering: the TOL (Polimi's proprietary test) and the TOLC-I (CISIA test, also accepted by over 40 other universities). Our preparation covers both tests: you can play TOL and TOLC-I in parallel, maximising flexibility and your chances of admission, without having to choose the right route in advance.

TOL

Polimi's proprietary test
  • Designed specifically for the Politecnico
  • Direct 0–100 scale
  • Duration ~95 minutes
  • Two windows (early + standard)
  • Online only (TOL@casa)

TOLC-I

CISIA multi-university test
  • Valid for Polimi (converted) + over 40 universities
  • Score 0–50 (converted to a 0–100 scale)
  • Duration 110 minutes
  • CISIA sessions throughout the year
  • In person (TOLC@UNI) or remote (TOLC@CASA)

The context: at the Politecnico di Milano the pass threshold is 30/100, but to be competitive in the rankings you need a score above 65, and above 75 for the most sought-after courses (Aerospace, Computer, Biomedical Engineering). Preparing with a structured path is the difference between scraping over the threshold and really aiming for the course you want.

The strategy

The two TOL windows

The TOL runs over two windows during the year, and our preparation is built to sit them both: the first to measure your level under real conditions, the second to consolidate or improve the score on the areas where you lost points.

We don't pick the window in advance: we work to be ready for both, so you maximise your chances in the rankings.

Opportunity for Year 12 students

Early admission with a score ≥ 75/100

If you're in Year 12, you can sit the TOL or TOLC-I early. With a TOL score ≥ 75/100 (or converted TOLC-I ≥ 75/100) you get early admission to the Politecnico di Milano for the academic year following your diploma.

If you score between 30 and 75, the score still counts for the rankings at the time of enrolment.

Many of our students start in Year 12 to close out admission early — so they prepare for the Maturità with a clear head, already knowing they're in.

Source: polimi.it/futuri-studenti — Admission Call

Where it takes you

Admission thresholds for the TOL Polimi

UniversityFacultyMin score
Politecnico di MilanoEngineering — eligibility30/100
Politecnico di MilanoEngineering — competitive score> 65/100
Politecnico di MilanoEngineering — most sought-after courses (Aerospace, Computer Science, etc.)> 75/100
Politecnico di MilanoEngineering — early admission (fourth year of high school)≥ 75/100

Figures refer to the most recent session. Requirements vary year by year based on ranking and number of seats.

The platform

TOL simulations on a proprietary platform

Our simulation platform reproduces real test conditions with updated questions and detailed results analysis.

Up to Admission — post-simulation analysis
  • Simulations faithful to the TOL: 0–100 scale, non-cumulative time between sections, test platform in line with the real test
  • Data-driven approach — less uncertainty, decisions guided by the numbers
  • Proctoring system: simulations take place in conditions comparable to the official TOL
  • Configurable compensatory tools: extra time and support for students with SpLD or special needs, aligned with the tutor's adapted teaching
FAQ

FAQ about TOL Polimi

The eligibility threshold is 30/100. To be competitive in the Polimi ranking you need a score above 65, and above 75 for the most sought-after courses (Aerospace, Computer Science, Biomedical). We help you set the right target for your engineering programme.
Our preparation covers both tests: TOL (Polimi's own test) and TOLC-I (the CISIA test accepted by Polimi and over 40 other universities). You don't have to choose upfront: you can play both in parallel to maximise flexibility and your chances of admission. We define the strategy on which window to target first in the initial assessment.
Absolutely. In fact, it's an excellent strategy: first window for experience, second attempt to consolidate the result if the ranking is particularly competitive.
A version reserved for penultimate-year students. With 75/100, you get guaranteed admission the following year. It requires more intensive preparation but eliminates final-year anxiety.
For complete, stress-free preparation, we recommend 3-4 months. For those with strong foundations, we offer shorter intensive programs.
Altre domande frequenti (5)
Yes, it takes place entirely remotely from your computer. We also prepare you for the technical management of the online test and system requirements.
Every lesson and simulation is tracked in our Up to Connect platform. You have a dashboard with scores by section, trends over time, and areas to strengthen — visible to parents too.
The first meeting is an initial assessment: the tutor understands your starting point and priorities (TOL window, target engineering course, possible early admission), and from there we build the plan — frequency, content, score targets.
Three formats. Our centre is in Milan at Via Giuseppe Frua 21/6 (De Angeli area); we also offer online preparation with the same quality and real-time tracking on Up to Connect, and home tutoring in Milan with the same dedicated tutor. Many TOL students follow a mixed format: in person at the centre for simulations and strategic reinforcements, online for the weekly lessons.
Access to our proprietary Up to Admission platform with over 1,000 TOL questions organised by topic and difficulty, full simulations with Polimi's official scoring system, targeted study notes per section, quick-revision cards on algebra–trigonometry–mechanics–electromagnetism. Every exercise is tracked on Up to Connect: scores per section, timing, error patterns.

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The TOL is the admission test of the Politecnico di Milano. Up to Ten is an independent preparation service, not affiliated with, authorised or endorsed by the Politecnico di Milano, which has not produced or reviewed the content of this page.