Italian Government Scholarship
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend of €900, and health insurance
Scholarship Overview & FAQs
Italian Government Scholarships (MAECI)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) of Italy awards scholarships to international students for study, training, and/or research programs at public Italian Higher Education Institutions.
Coverage & Financial Benefits
- Full waiver of university tuition and registration fees
- Monthly living stipend of €900 paid in installments
- Comprehensive health and accident insurance
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Must be a non-Italian citizen or an Italian citizen living abroad
- 2Must hold an appropriate academic qualification for entry (Bachelor's or Master's)
- 3Must be under 28 years of age for Master's, or under 30 for PhD
Required Application Documents
- Official transcripts and diploma
- Detailed CV
- Motivation letter
- Proof of language proficiency (English/Italian)
Host University
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Lazio, ItalyThe Sapienza University of Rome, also known as La Sapienza, is a public research university located in Rome, Italy. It was founded in 1303 and is one of the world's oldest universities. With over 110,000 students, it is also the largest university in Europe. Due to its size, funding, and numerous laboratories and libraries, Sapienza is a global major education and research centre. The university is located mainly in the Città Universitaria, which covers 44 ha near the Campo Verano cemetery, with different campuses, libraries and laboratories in various locations in Rome.
View Admission GuideApplication Process
- Step 1Create an account on the Study in Italy portal (MAECI).
- Step 2Complete the online application form and select the target public university course.
- Step 3Submit the application and attend the selection rounds.