Luiss is a hub of tradition and innovation in the heart of Rome, a city that encapsulates thousands of years of history, art and culture. This extraordinary context, the proximity to major Italian and international institutions and the connections with world capitals make Luiss a top-class location for high-level education. Thanks to a constantly updated global perspective, Luiss presents a rich and multicultural academic offering. Luiss cooperates with more than 350 universities and institutions around the world, for an educational experience that prepares students to face the challenges of an interconnected and dynamic age. One of Luiss' distinctive aspects is its link with the business world, strengthened by its co-operation with Confindustria, the main association representing businesses in Italy. This relationship allows Luiss to develop academic programmes that combine a rigorous theoretical approach with the analysis of practical, concrete cases. The active participation of representatives from the world of work in teaching and collaborations with corporate partners further enrich its educational model and provide students with knowledge and skills that can be directly used in their careers. Bearing firmly in mind the current revolution in the labour market and the role of new processes, technological frontiers and AI, Luiss is committed to tackling the salient issues of the present and the future in order to continue guaranteeing an outstanding education: its mission is to train tomorrow’s managerial class by equipping them to interpret and lead change, encouraging fundamental values such as critical thinking and social responsibility. The goal is to enable students to develop the capacity to see the bigger picture, acquire the necessary sensitivity to analyse phenomena and intercept their trajectories, so that they become capable of devising appropriate strategies to deal with rapidly and constantly changing contexts and of contributing constructively to social and economic progress.
Luiss hosts an international and diverse student and academic community. With over 11,000 students, the University offers a stimulating and multicultural environment that fosters academic and personal growth. Approximately 10% of students are international students, representing 117 different countries.
From an academic point of view, Luiss offers a teacher-student ratio of one to seven, which is particularly favourable compared to the national average of one to twenty-one. This ensures a high level of interaction and personal attention.
The faculty consists of around 1,600 lecturers, including 137 Core Faculty members, and has a significant female (33%) and international (17% of the total Core Faculty) component. This mix of global expertise is enriched by the presence of (on average) 30 visiting professors per year, who contribute to broadening academic and research perspectives. Surrounded by the modern architecture of the Luiss Campuses students experience the vibrant spirit of university life, where academic excellence merges with a dynamic social scene.
The atmosphere is one of collaboration and energy, reflecting Luiss’ commitment to fostering leadership, critical thinking, and global perspectives.
