The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) is officially inviting applications for scholarships dedicated to foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year. This program is designed to enhance international cultural, scientific, and technological cooperation while promoting the Italian language and heritage worldwide.
Program Overview:
-
Application Deadline: March 26th, 2026.
-
Study Location: These scholarships are for onsite academic programs located within Italy.
-
Available Grants:
-
Master’s Degrees (2nd cycle): 9-month grants, potentially renewable.
-
Arts, Music, and Dance (AFAM): 9-month grants for 1st or 2nd cycle programs, potentially renewable.
-
PhD Programs: 9-month grants, potentially renewable.
-
Research Projects: 9-month grants for projects under academic supervision (non-renewable).
-
Italian Language & Culture: 3-month intensive courses for students with at least an A2 proficiency level.
-
Eligibility & Requirements:
-
Citizenship: Selection is based on the applicant's country of citizenship; candidates may apply for only one country.
-
IRE Residency: Italian citizens living abroad must be residents of specific eligible countries, such as Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, France, Germany, South Africa, and the United Kingdom, among others.
-
Academic Prerequisites: Applicants must hold the required academic qualifications for their chosen cycle (e.g., a Bachelor’s equivalent for a Master’s program).
How to Apply:
Candidates must submit their applications through the Study in Italy portal (https://studyinitaly.esteri.it/). For detailed information on university admission tests and pre-enrolment, please visit the Universitaly portal (https://www.universitaly.it/).