There are a range of fully funded regional scholarships in italy designed to support international students pursuing higher education. These scholarships are primarily need based in the first year, with subsequent renewals considering both merit and financial need.

Each Italian region administers its own scholarship program, providing benefits such as tuition fee waivers, free accommodation, meals, and additional financial assistance.

Below is an overview of some prominent regional scholarships available in Italy:

Regional Scholarships in italy

1. LazioDisco Regional Scholarship

LazioDisco offers scholarships to students who are enrolled in universities within the Lazio region.The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, and provides a stipend for living expenses. Selection is based on financial need and academic records. You can find more more information and apply through the LazioDisco official portal.

• Eligibility: Open to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. students enrolled in Lazio region universities.
• Application Deadline: Typically at the end of July.
• Fields of Study: All disciplines, including Science, Engineering, Management, and Literature.

official website of laziodisco

2. DSU Regional Scholarship

The DSU (Agenzia Regionale Diritto allo Studio Universitario) scholarship is available to students enrolled in universities within the Tuscany region. Recipients will receive free accommodation, meals, a contribution for extra expenses, and exemption from university tuition fees. Eligibility is based on financial need and academic merit. Again you will have to submit Applications through the DSU Toscana portal.

• Eligibility: Available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. students in Toscana region universities.
• Application Deadline: Generally in the first week of September.
• Fields of Study: All academic courses offered by the universities.

official website of dsu

3. EDISU Scholarships

EDISU Scholarships are offered to the students who are attending universities in the Piedmont region. Benefits include tuition fee waivers, housing services, and meal vouchers. The application procedure is similar and just like above scholarships, you will have to apply through EDISU Piemonte website.

• Eligibility: Applicable to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. students in eligible universities.
• Application Deadline: Typically in August or September.
• Fields of Study: Various disciplines across Science, Engineering, Management, and Literature.

official website of edisu

4. ERSU Regional Scholarship

ERSU Scholarships are offered to the students who are attending universities in the Sicily region. This scholarship benefits include tuition fee exemptions, free meals, and accommodation. If your university lies in this region then consult the respective ERSU office of their university for detailed information.

• Eligibility: Open to students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in Sicily region universities.
• Application Deadline: Usually between the end of July and the start of August.
• Fields of Study: All available courses in Science, Engineering, Management, and Literature.

official website of ersu

5. ERGO Regional Scholarship

ERGO Scholarships are designated for students in the Emilia Romagna region. It provides financial aid covering tuition fees, accommodation, and meals. Apply on ER.GO website, and deadlines are usually set annually.

• Eligibility: For Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. students enrolled in Emilia Romagna region universities.
• Application Deadline: Generally at the end of August.
• Fields of Study: All academic disciplines offered.

official website of ergo

6. ALISEO Regional Scholarship

ALISEO Scholarships are available for students in the Liguria region, covering tuition fees, meals, and housing. The application process is similar, you will have to apply through ALISEO website portal.

• Eligibility: Applicable to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. students in Liguria region universities.
• Application Deadline: Varies; applicants should check the official website for specific dates.
• Fields of Study: All courses across various disciplines.

official website of ALISEO

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