Campuses of the Polytechnic University of Turin is influenced by Anglo-Saxon structures, with buildings for teaching, basis and applied research and services to the students in Turin, and a regional network of technological centres, dedicated to research activities, technological transfer, specialist education and services to the region.

There are around 38800 students in the university.

A secondary diploma, a passport, proof of English or Italian language proficiency (B2 level), translated documents (if necessary), and possibly an entrance exam or portfolio are required in order to apply for an undergraduate program at Politecnico di Torino as an international student. The application process entails online application via Apply@Polito/Universitaly, pre-enrollment, and obtaining a study visa. Verifying specified course prerequisites, demonstrating English (IELTS 5.5+ or equivalent B2) or Italian (B2) proficiency, and presenting validated academic records are important procedures.

International applicants for postgraduate studies at Politecnico di Torino must have a relevant bachelor's degree, strong English (B2/IELTS 5.5-6) or Italian (B2) skills, a CV, a motivation letter, transcripts, a passport, and possibly a portfolio or GRE. Specific course details are essential, and non-EU students must submit a Dichiarazione di Valore for a visa after being admitted.

Although navigating housing and bureaucracy can be difficult, Politecnico di Torino prioritizes student safety through strong health and safety protocols, emergency procedures.

Although some find campus life at Politecnico di Torino (PoliTo) to be centered off-campus with a difficult bureaucracy and exam system, there are many student teams (robotics, motorsport), clubs (arts, coding), strong career services, sports facilities, and committed international student support.

Housing options near Polytechnic University of Turin (PoliTO) include university residences (EDISU for short stays, Collegio Einaudi), private apartments (shared or entire), studios, and B&Bs. Listings for furnished or unfurnished accommodations, bills included or excluded, and various amenities are available on websites like Student.com, Casita, and local Facebook groups.

Through its Career Hub, the Politecnico di Torino (PoliTO) provides extensive career support, including individualized coaching, career guidance, skill-building workshops (such as resume/interview preparation via "Get Ready for Work" videos, "Career Lab"), company connections, and events like Career Days that help students transition to the job market with useful tools and networking. Students use their teacher portal to purchase tickets to access these.