Padua International Excellence Scholarship
100% tuition waiver and an annual stipend of €8,000
Scholarship Overview & FAQs
Padua International Excellence Scholarship
The University of Padua in Italy offers highly talented international students the opportunity to study in English under full tuition waivers and living stipends. It is a merit-based award that requires no separate application portal.
Coverage & Financial Benefits
- 100% tuition fee waiver
- Annual cash stipend of €8,000 to cover living expenses
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Must hold a non-Italian nationality
- 2Must have an outstanding academic record (high entry qualification score)
- 3Must apply for admission to an eligible degree program at the University of Padua
Required Application Documents
- Academic transcripts
- Detailed CV
- Motivation letter
- English proficiency certificate
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 1Select and apply for your chosen English-taught degree program at the University of Padua.
- Step 2During the application intakes, indicate your interest in the scholarship.
- Step 3The university evaluates your file and awards the scholarship automatically.