TOLC and OFA test
Index
- What is the TOLC Test for Engineering
- When and where to take the TOLC-I
- Additional Learning Requirements (OFA)
- How to fulfill OFA
- Essential FAQs
- Useful preparation materials
- Useful links
What is the TOLC Test for Engineering
The TOLC-I TEST is the entry knowledge assessment required for all open-access Engineering degree programs at the University of Florence.
- Passing the test is not required for enrollment, but it is strongly recommended to take it by August 31 of the year in which you intend to enroll.
- All procedures and information are provided in the relevant Call for Applications for the entry knowledge assessment.
For the professionally oriented degree program [LP-01] Techniques and Technologies for Construction and Territory, which has limited admission, you must take the TOLC-LP and apply for the selection process according to the procedures and deadlines indicated in the call for applications.
When and where to take the TOLC Test
- TOLC-I and TOLC-LP test dates are available at: https://testcisia.it/calendario.php
- Students may take the test at any affiliated test center.
- The test can be taken starting from the 4th year of high school. It is recommended to take at least one TOLC-I before the start of classes in order to sit exams without delays.
Additional Learning Requirements (OFA)
OFA are assigned to students who enroll but do not achieve the minimum required score in the TOLC tests.
Thresholds are defined each year in the Call for Applications.
For the academic year 2026/27, the thresholds are:
- Open-access programs (TOLC-I): total score below 16/50 (excluding the English section) or below 8/20 in the Mathematics section.
- Professional programs (TOLC-LP): score below 4/10 in the Mathematics section.
You may enroll even with OFA, but they must be fulfilled before you can take exams in mathematics and physics subjects.
To contact the Entrance Test Office of the School of Engineering, please write exclusively to
test-ofa@ingegneria.unifi.it
How to fulfill OFA
For the academic year 2026/27, OFA can be fulfilled in one of the following ways:
- Taking and passing the TOLC-I (open-access programs) or TOLC-LP (limited-access program).
- OFA Recovery Path (Course 0), with mandatory attendance including lectures and exercises, ending with a final test. The course will take place from September 7 to 11, 2026.
Students with disabilities or learning disabilities (DSA): send documentation to unifiinclude@unifi.it, subject: "Request for compensatory measures - OFA Course 0 Engineering".
Essential FAQs
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What happens if I do not pass the TOLC?
OFA will be assigned, but you may enroll and take exams only after fulfilling them. -
Can I enroll without taking the test?
Yes, but you will not be allowed to take any exams until you have taken at least one TOLC. -
How can I request a full or partial exemption?
Full exemption
Students already enrolled may request it if they meet at least one of the following requirements:- have obtained at least 6 CFU in the scientific disciplinary sectors MATH-02/B and/or MATH-03/A (formerly MAT/03 and/or MAT/05) at other Schools or Universities;
- have taken a TOLC-I or ENGLISH TOLC-I from 01/01/2024 to 31/03/2024 with a total score of at least 12/50, including at least 8/20 in the Mathematics section;
- have taken a TOLC-I or ENGLISH TOLC-I from 01/04/2024 with a total score of at least 16/50, including at least 8/20 in the Mathematics section;
- have taken a TOLC-S in 2024 with a total score of at least 16/50 (excluding English), including at least 8/20 in Mathematics;
- have taken a TOLC-S in 2025 or 2026 with a total score of at least 16/55 (excluding English), including at least 8/20 in Mathematics;
- have taken the TOL test of Politecnico di Milano in 2024, 2025 or 2026 with a score of at least 10/35, calculated as the sum of the non-normalized scores in Mathematics, Verbal Comprehension and Physics (English excluded);
- have taken the TIL test of Politecnico di Torino in 2024, 2025 or 2026 with a NON-NORMALIZED score of at least 12/42;
- have taken the SAT exam in 2024, 2025 or 2026 with a total score of at least 600/1800, including at least 300/800 in the Mathematics section;
- hold a master’s degree in any discipline.
Allows recognition of the test as taken but not passed, maintaining OFA requirements to be fulfilled.
Requirements:- having taken an entry test (TOLC or other types) in the previous degree program;
- having taken TOL, TIL or SAT tests from 2024 to 2026 with any score;
- holding a degree in any discipline.
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How can I check if I have fulfilled OFA?
In the online transcript, two records appear:
OFAB###SOS – test taken
OFAB###SUP – OFA fulfilled
OFA are fulfilled only if both show “SUP”.
In the UNIFI App they must appear in the “Passed” section.
Useful links
Last update
21.04.2026