Italian Government MAECI Scholarships for the 2024/2025 Academic Year

Opportunity category: Scholarships ,    Education mode: In-person,    Application deadline: 2024-06-14   

Details

The Italian Government MAECI Scholarships provide fully funded opportunities for international students and Italian nationals living abroad (IRE) to study Master's, PhD, Research, or Italian Language courses at public and recognized Italian Higher Education Institutions. Sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), the scholarships aim to promote international cultural, scientific, and technological cooperation and the dissemination of the Italian language and culture.

Key Details:

  1. Host Institution: Public and Recognized Higher Education Institutions in Italy
  2. Eligible Regions/Countries: 139 countries, including Afghanistan.
  3. Funding Type: Fully Funded
  4. Study Periods: From November 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025, for most courses; January 1 to September 30, 2025, for Italian language courses

Benefits:

  1. Exemption from enrolment and tuition fees, as per university policy.
  2. A total scholarship amount of €9,000, distributed in three installments.
  3. Coverage of health and medical or accidental insurance by MAECI for the duration of the scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria:

  1. Applicants must be international students not residing in Italy or Italian citizens living abroad.
  2. Age limits:
    -Under 28 for Master's and AFAM programs.
    -Under 30 for PhD programs.
    -Under 40 for Research Projects under Academic Supervision
  3. Language proficiency:
    B2 in Italian for courses taught in Italian.
    B2 in English for courses taught in English, unless the applicant's prior education was in English

Application Process:

  1. Create an Account: Register on the 'Study in Italy' portal.
  2. Fill Out the Application: Complete the application form online.
  3. Upload Documents: Required documents include a valid passport or identity card, academic records, and language proficiency documents.
  4. Submit Your Application: Ensure all information is accurate before submission.

Source

Italy Government Scholarships for International Students