TOLC Exam 2025 is open

The English TOLC (Test OnLine CISIA) assessments are online tests designed to evaluate the foundational knowledge of students aspiring to enroll in various academic programs at Italian universities. Each TOLC type corresponds to a specific field of study and comprises multiple sections, each focusing on different subject areas.

To assist you in creating a tutorial on how to book the TOLC@HOME exam, here’s a step-by-step guide.

1. Access the CISIA Website:
   • Navigate to the official CISIA website: www.cisiaonline.it.
2. Register for a CISIA Account:
   • Click on the “TOLC” section.
   • Select “Register” to create a new account.
   • Fill in the required personal information, including your tax code (codice fiscale).
   • Complete the registration by following the on-screen instructions.
   • After registration, check your email for an activation link and click on it to activate your account.
3. Log in to Your CISIA Account:
   • Return to the CISIA website and log in using your credentials.
4. Upload Identification Document:
   • Once logged in, upload a clear image of your valid identification document (front and back) in the designated section.
5. Check Available TOLC@HOME Dates:
   • Within your account, navigate to the “TOLC” section and select “Available Dates.”
   • Filter the dates by selecting “TOLC@HOME” to view sessions available for remote testing.
   • Choose a date that aligns with your schedule and the admission deadlines of your desired university program.
6. Book the TOLC@HOME Exam:
   • In your CISIA account, select the type of TOLC you wish to take (e.g., TOLC-I for Engineering).
   • Choose the “TOLC@HOME” format.
   • Select the region and city where you intend to take the test.
   • Pick your preferred test date from the available options.
   • Indicate, for statistical purposes, the university degree course you are interested in (this does not affect your test booking).
7. Pay the Exam Fee:
   • The TOLC@HOME exam fee is €30.
   • Choose your preferred payment method:
     • Credit Card: Follow the prompts to enter your card details and complete the payment.
     • MAV Bank Transfer: Generate the MAV form and follow the instructions to complete the payment through your bank.
8. Download the Payment and Enrollment Receipt:
   • After completing the payment, go to the “Manage Bookings” section in your CISIA account.
   • Download the receipt, which contains important details such as:
     • Test date and time.
     • Access time to the virtual classroom on ZOOM.
     • Test code (necessary for assistance on the test day)

What is TOLC exam: Watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WULBzJB9Ha8

Syllabus for TOLC exam

1. English TOLC-I (Engineering and Technical Sciences):

• Structure:
  • Mathematics: 20 questions (50 minutes)
  • Logic: 10 questions (20 minutes)
  • Sciences: 10 questions (20 minutes)
  • Verbal Comprehension: 10 questions (20 minutes)
  • English Proficiency Test: 30 questions (15 minutes)
• Syllabus Highlights:
  • Mathematics: Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, analytical geometry, functions, and trigonometry.
  • Logic and Verbal Comprehension: Assessing reasoning and comprehension skills.
  • Sciences: Fundamental concepts in physics and chemistry.

For a detailed syllabus, refer to the official CISIA page:

2. English TOLC-E (Economics and Social Sciences):

• Structure:
  • Logic: 13 questions (30 minutes)
  • Reading Comprehension: 10 questions (30 minutes)
  • Mathematics: 13 questions (30 minutes)
  • English Proficiency Test: 30 questions (15 minutes)
• Syllabus Highlights:
  • Logic and Reading Comprehension: Evaluating reasoning and understanding abilities.
  • Mathematics: Properties and operations on numbers, polynomials, equations, inequalities, exponentials, logarithms, and basic geometry.

For a detailed syllabus, refer to the official CISIA page:

3. English TOLC-F (Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences):

• Structure:
  • Biology: 15 questions (20 minutes)
  • Chemistry: 15 questions (20 minutes)
  • Mathematics: 7 questions (12 minutes)
  • Physics: 7 questions (12 minutes)
  • Logic: 6 questions (8 minutes)
  • English Proficiency Test: 30 questions (15 minutes)
• Syllabus Highlights:
  • Biology: Chemical composition of living organisms, cell biology, bioenergetics, and genetics.
  • Chemistry: Atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonds, stoichiometry, and solutions.
  • Mathematics and Physics: Basic principles relevant to pharmaceutical studies.
  • Logic: Assessing analytical reasoning skills.

For a detailed syllabus, refer to the official CISIA page: