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2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship

📅Posted March 16, 2026 at 10:56 AM
2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship

About this opportunity

2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship

Scholarships for foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers scholarships in favour of foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) for the 2026-2027 academic year, in order to foster international cooperation in cultural, scientific and technological fields, to promote the Italian language and culture and to support Italy’s economic system in the world (According to the Italian law 288/55 and its subsequent changes and additions).

Scholarships are available for attending academic courses on the Italian territory only.

Summary of the 2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship

  • Type: Master’s or PhD Scholarships
  • Country to study: Italy
  • Sponsored by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI)
  • Eligible Countries: All
  • Benefits: Tuition fees, Health and Medical/Accident insurance, A total stipend of 10800 euros
  • Deadline: 26th May, 2026

    • Why Choose MAECI Scholarship?

    If you are looking to gain admission and apply to an Italian university but lack sufficient funds to cover your studies:

  • The MAECI Scholarship will cover your expenses if you are selected.
  • Most Italian public universities support the MAECI Scholarship Program.
  • When applying to an Italian university, be sure to select the MAECI Scholarship option.

    • Eligibility Criteria for the 2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship

  • The Scholarship is open to Citizens of 141 countries. Please check the eligible countries for the MAECI Scholarship 2026.
  • Applicants applying for a master’s degree program must have completed a bachelor’s degree.
  • Age 28 years old or younger at the time of application for the Master’s program.
  • If you are applying for a PhD Program, you must not be over the age of 30 years at the time of application.
  • Applicant must be able to prove his/her English language proficiency from IELTS or any other Language certificate, such as English Proficiency language proof.

    • Scholarship Perks

  • Exemption from Payment of enrollment and tuition fees.
  • Health and Medical /Accident insurance.
  • A total stipend of 10800 euros will be granted to students, distributed in 3 installments.
  • The first installment of 5500 euros.
  • The second installment of 2300 Euros.
  • The third and final installment of 3000 euros.
  • The first installment of 5500 euros.
  • The second installment of 2300 Euros.
  • The third and final installment of 3000 euros.

    • How to Apply for the 2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship

  • Applicants must apply online through the “Study in Italy ” website. You don’t need to take admission first into the university. Read the call for applications.
  • The application process for the MAECI scholarship and university admission is separate.
  • For the MAECI Scholarship: You’ll apply through the online platform designated by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • University Admission: Once you’ve been selected for the MAECI scholarship, you’ll then need to secure admission at an Italian public university.

    • Deadline: 26th May, 2026

    Apply Here for the 2026 Italian Government MAECI Scholarship