Fully Funded Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2025/26 for International Students

Fully Funded Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2025/26 for International Students
Doctoral, Post-Graduate
Selected courses offered by the university

Last Date 16 May 2025 Italy

Want to study in Italy with a full scholarship? The Italian Government, via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has a great program for international students for the 2025/26 academic year. You can apply for Master’s, Ph.D., or research programs at Italian universities, and they’ll cover all your expenses.

What is the Italian Government MAECI Scholarship?

The Italian Government MAECI Scholarship is a great program aimed at encouraging students from around the world to experience education and culture in Italy. Run by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, it helps fund international students who want to study here for things like Master's degrees, Ph.D. programs, and research projects.

Scholarship Details

Host Country	Italy
Provider	Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI)
Degree Level	Master’s & PhD
Eligible Courses	Selected courses offered by the University
Benefits	Fully Funded
Eligible Nationalities	Open to citizens of 141 countries, including Pakistan
Deadline	May 16, 2025

Financial Coverage

No enrollment or tuition fees to pay.
Health and medical accident insurance included.
Students will receive a total of 9000 euros in three payments.
- The first payment is 4500 euros.
- The second payment is 2500 euros.
- The last payment is 2000 euros.

Eligibility Criteria

The scholarship is available to citizens from 141 countries.
To apply for a master’s degree, you need to have finished your bachelor's degree.
You must be 28 years old or younger when you apply for the master’s degree program.
If you're applying for a PhD program, you shouldn't be older than 30 at the time of application.
You need to show proof of your English skills, like an IELTS score or another language certificate.

Why Choose the MAECI Scholarship?

Study in Italy: Italy has some of the oldest and best universities, giving you a chance to enjoy its amazing culture while getting a solid education.
Financial Support: The scholarship covers everything—tuition and a monthly allowance—so you can focus on your studies without worrying about money.
Diverse Programs: Whether you want to pursue a Master’s, a Ph.D., or research in arts, music, or dance, the scholarship includes a variety of options.