If you are interested in pursuing your education in Italy, I recommend thoroughly reading this blog post. This blog post will provide a comprehensive explanation of Italian Government (MAECI) Scholarship 2024-25 and a step by step application procedure on how to apply.

Italian Government (MAECI) Scholarship 2024-25

Scholarship Overview

Applications are invited to apply for the Italian Government (MAECI) Scholarship 2024-25. All International Students (139 countries) who want to pursue their degree on Fully Funded Scholarships in Italy are encouraged to apply. Italian Government (MAECI) Scholarship 2024-2025 is a fully funded scholarship for international students to pursue Masters or PhD degree at the top Italian Universities. This scholarship covers monthly payments of 900 euros, tuition fee and medical insurance. Applicants for the MAECI scholarship are not required to submit IELTS/TOEFL scores, and there is no application fee.

More details about the scholarship requirements and the application process are given below

Table of Contents

Scholarship Summary

Financial Benefits

Eligible Countries

Available Fields

Italian Universities

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

How To Apply

Scholarship Summary

 

Host Country

Italy

Scholarship funded by

Italian Government

Coverage

Fully funded

Eligible Countries

139 Countries

Program offered

Masters, PhD, Research Project

Deadline

14th June 2024

Classes or scholarships will be initiated on the 1st of November 2024.

 

Financial Benefits

Each selected candidate will receive the following benefits:

  • Cover Tuition Fee
  • Free accommodation
  • Health Insurance
  • Monthly Stipend: 900 €
  • Students will receive a total of 9000 euros, split into three installments: 4500 euros for the first, 2500 euros for the second, and 2000 euros for the final installment.

Eligible Countries

International students from following countries are eligible to apply for Italian Government Scholarship

See a List of Eligible countries. The list contains 139 countries.

Available Fields

There are the following fields that are available for the Italian government scholarships

  • Earth sciences
  • Civil and environmental engineering
  • Psychology
  • Modern languages and civilizations
  • Conservation and restoration of cultural heritage
  • Legal services
  • Dentistry And Orthodontics
  • Medicine
  • Political science and international relations
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Geography
  • Information Technology Engineering
  • Visual arts, music, performing arts and fashion studies
  • Education and training
  • Chemistry
  • Industrial Design
  • Health professions for preventive care (L/SNT4)Health profession for rehabilitation
  • Zoology
  • Sociology
  • Pharmacy And Industrial Pharmacy
  • Philosophy
  • Cultural heritage
  • Computer Science
  • Food Sciences
  • History
  • Building Sciences
  • Administration
  • Environmental sciences
  • Business administration
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Health professions for technical assistance
  • Peace studies
  • Law
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Nursing and midwifery
  • Economics
  • Communication
  • Sports and Physical Education
  • Applied languages
  • Tourism
  • Defense and security
  • Town, regional and environmental planning
  • Statistics

Italian Universities

Following are universities in Italy where students from all around the world can apply under Italy Government’s MAECI.

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Italian Universities

1

University of TERAMO

2

University of SANNIO of BENEVENTO

3

University of NAPLES “L’Orientale”

4

University of MODENA and REGGIO EMILIA

5

University of FERRARA

6

University of BARI ALDO MORO

7

University of ROME “Foro Italico”

8

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

9

University of FOGGIA

10

University of “GIUSTINO FORTUNATO” Telematic

11

University of ROME “Tor Vergata”

12

University of CASSINO and SOUTHERN LAZIO

13

University of “Guglielmo Marconi” – Telematics

14

University of CAMERINO

15

University of LINK CAMPUS

16

University of PISA

17

University of ROME “La Sapienza”

18

University of SASSARI

19

University of SALENTO

20

University of NAPLES “Federico II”

21

University of GENOA

22

University of MILAN-BICOCCA

23

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

24

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

25

University of INSUBRIA Varese-Como

26

University of BERGAMO

27

University of CAGLIARI

28

University of NAPLES “Parthenope”

29

University of TERAMO

30

University of L’AQUILA

31

University of MILAN-BICOCCA

32

University of TUSCIA

33

University of PISA

34

University of BRESCIA

35

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

36

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

37

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

38

University of MILAN-BICOCCA

39

University of FLORENCE

40

University of CAMPUS BIO-MEDICO ROME

41

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

42

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

43

University of UKE – ENNA Kore

44

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

45

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

46

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

47

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

48

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

49

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

50

University of CATTANEO LIUC

51

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

52

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

53

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

54

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

55

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

56

University of CATTANEO LIUC

57

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

58

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

59

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

60

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

61

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

62

University of CATTANEO LIUC

63

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

64

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

65

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

66

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

67

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

68

University of CATTANEO LIUC

69

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

70

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

71

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

72

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

73

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

74

University of CATTANEO LIUC

75

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

76

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

77

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

78

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

79

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

80

University of CATTANEO LIUC

81

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

82

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

83

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

84

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

85

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

86

University of CATTANEO LIUC

87

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

88

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

89

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

90

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

91

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

92

University of CATTANEO LIUC

93

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

94

University of POLYTECHNIC BARI

95

University of GUGLIELMO MARCONI Telematic

96

University of LUSS FREE INTERNATIONAL Guido Carli

97

University of SCUOLA NORMALE SUPERIORE PISA

98

University of CATTANEO LIUC

99

University of SAN RAFFAELE Telematic

 

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the MAECI scholarship, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

  • Applicant must possess all the official documents e.g. Passport, Bachelor Degree
  • Age limit for masters is 28 years old, 30 years for PhD and 40 years for Research Project.
  • For Italian taught programs minimum level required is B2 within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
  • Applicants who wish to enroll in courses taught in English must demonstrate English language proficiency by providing a language proficiency certificate (IELTS or any other Language certificate such as English Proficiency language proof).
  • For Ph.D. applicants, there is no proof required for language proficiency

Documents Required

The candidates must upload these documents in the online application

Academic Documents

  • Bachelor’s transcript and certificate
  • Master’s transcript and certificate

Passport & National ID card

  • Passport must have at least one full blank page on each side.
  • Passport must be valid at the time of visa application and entry into Italy.
  • Include birth certificate or national ID card.

Language Proficiency Proof

  • Italian Universities offer English-taught and Italian-taught programs.
  • Language proficiency certificates required for both languages, B2 level according to CEFR.
  • Italian-taught programs require recognized Italian proficiency certificate.
  • English proficiency certificates accepted: IELTS, TOEFL, or proficiency certificate from last attended university.

Recommendation letter

  • Provide up to 2 letters of recommendation, depending on the courses.
  • It's advised to include a letter from the HOD or relevant course head, preferably a Ph.D.
  • Referees should include their contact details (email, phone number) at the end of the letter.

CV/Resume

  • Create CV on  Europass
  • CV should include latest and relevant information about occupation and interests.
  • A perfect CV should be hand-signed.

Research proposal/plan (Optional)

  • Include research publications and achievements such as conference papers, article reviews, and abstracts of thesis.
  • Research proposal typically required for postdocs or PhD students.
  • Proposal should detail research goals, methods, desired outcomes, timeline, budget, and area of study.
  • Prohibited to seek external help; violation may lead to disqualification.

Statement of Purpose or Motivational Letter (optional)

  • SOP (Statement of Purpose) and LOM (Letter of Motivation) are essentially the same.
  • They serve as a short biography, introducing yourself to the panel.
  • Explain personal and professional reasons for applying for the course and scholarship.
  • Maximum length for Italian Government Scholarship is 1000 words, but advised to keep it concise to one page.

How to Apply

Please follow the following instructions to avail this scholarship:

  • Apply online through the "Study in Italy" website.
  • No need to secure university admission first.
  • MAECI scholarship application and university admission are separate processes.
  • For MAECI Scholarship: Apply through the designated online platform by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • For University Admission: After being selected for the MAECI scholarship, secure admission to your chosen program at an Italian public university.