To all the international students seeking scholarships in Europe to pursue their higher education, we are here with an exciting opportunity that you should not miss out on. Application call for the Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2025-26. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) is offering a prestigious scholarship program for international as well as Italian citizens living abroad.
The objective of the Italian Government MAECI scholarship is to foster academic cooperation, promote Italian culture/language, and support the Italian economic system. The applications are invited from outstanding international students from eligible countries who wish to pursue full-time Study (Master’s, Ph.D), Research or training programmes at publicly recognized Italian institutes.
The degree programs are available in a wide range of academic fields and majors, and applicants from diverse academic backgrounds are invited to apply. The scholarship provides comprehensive support through various study grants. No Application fee will be charged to any candidate while applying for the scholarship. Foreign citizens interested in the scholarship need to submit their application no later than 16th May 2025. Read more about the MAECI Scholarship below:
Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2025 Details
| Host Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Supported By | Ministry of Foreign Affairs |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Degree Level | Master’s, PhD, Research, Training |
| Application Deadline | May 16th, 2025 |
Also, Check: Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2025-26
Degree Programs:
The scholarship is offering support for the following degree programs:
- PhD
- Masters
- Research Projects
- Higher Education in Music, Dance, and the Arts
- Italian Language & Culture Courses
Scholarship Coverage
- Tuition and Enrollment fees exemption
- Health & Medical insurance for the duration of the program
- A grant of €9,000 offered in three installments
Eligible Countries:
Applicants from the following countries are eligible for the MAECI scholarship:
Europe
Albania, Austria, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom.
Asia
- Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, North Korea (though typically excluded from many scholarships), Oman, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, East Timor, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, and Yemen.
Americas
- Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, and the United States (though U.S. eligibility can vary by program) are welcome to apply.
Africa
- Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Comoros, the Republic of the Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, the Gambia, Ghana and Guinea,
Oceania
- Australia
Who can Apply?
- Citizens of above mentioned countries are eligible to apply
- Applicants hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s degree for the respective degree programs
- Age requirement for Master’s: Max 28 or younger
- Age requirement for PhD: Max 30 or younger
- English language test (IELTS, TOEFL, etc)
- Have an excellent academic record
- Able to secure admission in one of the participating Italian institutes
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How to Apply for the MAECI Scholarship 2025?
Follow the following steps to apply:
Step 1: Register yourself on the Italian study portal
- Applicants need to create an official account on https://studyinitaly.esteri.it
Step 2: Start with your online Application
Once you are done with registration, start with your application, and provide:
- All personal details
- Valid Passport
- Chosen degree program
- Mention three preferred Italian institutes
Step 3: Submit your application
- All completed applications must be submitted by May 16th, 2025, at 2:00 PM
MAECI GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP OFFICIAL LINK
Important:
The application process for the scholarship is separate. Once you receive the scholarship, you need to secure admission in one of your chosen Italian institutes separately.
