Politecnico di Milano is a complex ecosystem, offering different tools for the students’ well-being. Here are some of the services that are available and connected to housing.
The task of the Ombudsperson is to collect all the complaints concerning the relationship between students and: other students, professors, and administrative offices. As far as housing is concerned this entails the relationship with DSU and its offices. After a complaint is made, the Ombudsperson carries out an investigation and tries to find a solution.
Our research shows the negative effects of malpractices, difficulties in housing search, and housing conditions in general on the psychological well-being of students. In particular, our research highlights the conjoint stress factors that could affect foreign students. PoliPsi is a counselling, psychological, and psychotherapeutic support service that could address some of the difficulties faced by students.
Polimi has 6 student halls in Milan (plus one in Como and one in Lecco). Besides places that are assigned to residential scholarships, there is also the possibility to book rooms for the whole academic year or a semester.