Scholarship
Italian Government Scholarships for Foreign Students
Scholarships awarded to foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad to foster international cooperation in cultural, scientific, and technological fields. These awards support onsite attendance of academic courses at Italian public or legally recognized institutions.
About this scholarship
Italian Government Scholarships for Foreign Students is offered by Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) for study in Italy at master, phd and diploma level. The award is valued at Monthly stipend plus tuition waivers, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Monthly stipend plus tuition waivers. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master, phd and diploma level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) meeting specific academic and age requirements set by the annual call.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-03-26. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master, phd and diploma
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI)
- Study destination
- Italy
- Award
- Monthly stipend plus tuition waivers
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master, phd and diploma
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-03-26
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-22