About Us
Over 75 years of hospitality, education and community in the heart of Milan
A tradition that began in 1951
When in 1951 the Stigmatine Congregation opened the doors of Pensionato Universitario Bertoni at Via Cicognara 17, the goal was clear: to offer young university students not just accommodation, but a home away from home. Since then, generations of students from across Italy and around the world have found at Bertoni a place to grow, study and build lasting friendships.
The Stigmatine Congregation
The Pensionato is run by the Congregation of the Stigmatine Fathers, founded by Saint Gaspar Bertoni in 1816 in Verona. The Stigmatine tradition places education and the mentoring of young people at its core, with a particular focus on the holistic development of each individual. This spirit guides every aspect of life at the Pensionato: from daily hospitality to cultural and educational initiatives.
A community, not just a residence
Pensionato Bertoni is a male university residence that welcomes students of all backgrounds, faculties and nationalities. The choice to serve a male community is rooted in the Stigmatine educational tradition and creates a focused environment where relationships among residents are built on the daily sharing of university life, study and mutual respect.
Key milestones
The Founding
Saint Gaspar Bertoni founds the Congregation of the Stigmatine Fathers in Verona, dedicated to the education of young people.
First Stigmatines in Milan
The Stigmatine Congregation arrives in Milan, laying the foundations for its future educational mission in the city.
The Student Residence is born
The Stigmatine Fathers open Pensionato Universitario Bertoni at Via Cicognara 17, in the Città Studi district, to welcome university students.
Growth
The Pensionato establishes itself as a key reference point for out-of-town students in Milan, welcoming young people from across Italy.
The building is renovated
The building undergoes a complete renovation and modernization, with new facilities, refurbished rooms and redesigned common areas to meet students' needs.
The Educational Project takes center stage
The Pensionato strengthens its educational project, placing the holistic formation of students at its core with cultural, sports and personal development initiatives.
75+ years of history
50 rooms, 6 floors, students from all over Italy and the world: Pensionato Bertoni continues its mission of hospitality and education in the heart of Milan.
Our mission
At Pensionato Bertoni we believe that university years are a pivotal time in a young person's life. That is why our mission goes beyond providing accommodation: we want every student to find here the ideal conditions to grow as a person, achieve their academic goals and develop life skills that will serve them in the future.
The building
The building spans 6 floors, 4 of which house student rooms: each with 12 single rooms featuring private bathrooms and independent climate control, a fully equipped industrial kitchen and laundry facilities, both free to use. The ground floor houses the study room, while the basement level (-1) features the recreational room. Common areas are designed to encourage interaction and socializing.
Our values
Living at Pensionato Bertoni means being part of a community built on shared values.
Welcome
Every student is welcomed as an individual, with their own story and goals. The management and community are the first point of reference for those arriving in Milan.
Holistic education
Not just academics: the Pensionato fosters personal, cultural and relational growth through initiatives, dialogue and daily community life.
Responsibility and respect
Community living is built on mutual respect, care for shared spaces and personal responsibility. Simple rules that allow everyone to thrive.
Community and belonging
The Pensionato is not just a building: it is a community. Shared moments, from kitchen dinners to group study sessions, create bonds that last a lifetime.
The Management
The style we have chosen for our residence is that of a domestic community. The university years are a pivotal moment in a young person's life — a time to measure oneself, to begin or develop the process of autonomy and adulthood. In this phase of growth, the enormous potential that every student carries often emerges, alongside the fragilities that belong to our personal histories. The Pensionato aims to be the place where students become aware of their humanity and learn to value their own abilities; where they discover the beauty of their talents, the richness of giving of oneself and receiving from others, and the struggles that become opportunities for growth. What we ask of our young men is the willingness to put themselves on the line, to live actively and responsibly, going beyond the search for a simple housing solution.
Don Fabrizio personally welcomes every new resident and supports students throughout their university journey. Guided by the educational mission of the Stigmatine Congregation, he is dedicated to creating an environment where every young person can grow, find support and feel at home away from home.
For Parents
We know that entrusting your child to a university residence is an important decision. Here are answers to the most common questions from parents.
The Educational Project
At the heart of the Pensionato is its Educational Project: a program designed to support each student in their personal and academic growth. Through group discussions, cultural and sports initiatives, and the guidance of the management, the Pensionato offers much more than just accommodation.
Discover the Educational Project
The study room
Talks and growth
Sports facilities
The single room
Cooking together
Group photo after a talk
Christmas dinner
Chat with a guest speaker
Cultural outing
The recreation room
Life at Bertoni
At the Pensionato, daily life is made of study, friendship and shared moments. Kitchen dinners, courtyard games, cultural evenings and group study sessions: every day brings opportunities to grow and build friendships that last a lifetime.
Initiatives & EventsInitiatives & Events
Community life at Pensionato Bertoni is rich with initiatives: cultural evenings, expert talks, sports tournaments, community dinners and outings. Discover all the activities that make the Bertoni experience unique.
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