Italian Government Scholarships (MAECI)
Italy · Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs · Master's, PhD & research
Scholarships from the Italian government for international students enrolling in Italian universities, art and music academies, and research programmes.
Why our counselors picked it
- Monthly allowance during your studies
- Tuition fee exemption at many public institutions
- Applied for online through the Study in Italy portal
Funded by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), applied through the Study in Italy portal
What it pays for
EUR 10,800 in total for a 9-month course, paid in quarterly instalments with a larger first payment, plus exemption from tuition fees. Regional right-to-study tax and stamp duty remain payable.
Who can apply
- Master's Degree
- PhD / Doctorate
Application window
The 2026/27 call closed at 14:00 CET on 26 March 2026; the next cycle is expected to close around late March 2027 (projected)
For Bangladeshi applicants: Bangladesh appears in MAECI recipient lists for earlier editions, but its inclusion in the 2026/27 country annex could not be confirmed — check the annex before you build a plan around this award.