Italian Government Scholarship 2025 (How to Apply)

Begin your academic journey in Italy! Great news—applications for the Italian Government Scholarship 2025–2026 are now open. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the scholarship: its benefits, eligibility criteria, and the step-by-step application process.

🎓 About the Scholarship

The Italian Government Scholarship 2025–2026 is a fully funded opportunity for international students seeking to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees at top Italian universities. This program covers:

• A monthly stipend of €900
  
• Tuition fee waivers
  
• Health and medical insurance
  

These scholarships are funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) to support international collaboration in science, culture, and education, while promoting Italian language and culture.

Italy boasts 61 public universities, 30 private institutions, 11 public research centers, and hundreds of programs taught in English. Whether you’re studying arts, sciences, or something in between, Italy offers a rich academic and cultural experience.

📋 Scholarship Overview

• Level of Study: Master’s / PhD
  
• Host Institutions: Italian Higher Education Institutes (public or officially recognized)
  
• Location: Italy
  
• Eligible Courses: Any course offered by universities recognized by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR)
  
• Duration: 3, 6, or 9 months (depending on the program)
  
• Application Deadline: June 14, 2025

💰 What the Scholarship Covers

• Health & Medical Insurance: Full coverage provided by MAECI (does not include pre-existing conditions)
  
• Tuition Fees: Waived depending on the university’s policy (Note: Courses in Italian language and culture may still require enrollment fees)
  
• Financial Support: A €900 monthly stipend, paid quarterly to an Italian bank account

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Language Requirement: English (B2 level minimum for English-taught courses); Italian (A2 minimum for language and culture courses)
  
• Nationality: Open to international students not residing in Italy
  
• Age Limits:
  
  • Master’s/AFAM/Language & Culture Courses: Under 29 years old
    
  • PhD Programs: Under 31 years old
    
  • Research Projects: Under 41 years old
    

Additional eligibility requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required for Master’s applicants
  
• Acceptance/enrollment in an Italian university program
  
• Letter of admission or academic acceptance
  
• Research candidates must be affiliated with an Italian research institution and under academic supervision

📝 How to Apply

To apply for the Italian Government Scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Register an Account
   Visit the official MAECI scholarship portal and create your account. Click here to register
   
2. Complete the Application Form
   Log in and fill out the online application with your academic and personal details.
   
3. Upload Required Documents
   
   • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
     
   • Academic transcripts or score statements
     
   • Letter of recommendation
     
   • University admission letter (if available)
     
   • A motivation letter (max. 1000 words)
     

🔗 Official Website

For complete details and the application portal, visit the official website:
👉 Italian Government Scholarship – MAECI

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