This guide covers the 3 scholarships in Italy that ScholarshipClaude lists for 2027. All 3 give partial funding, and none covers every cost. For each one you will find what it pays for, who can apply and the deadline, with a link to the full page. The list was last updated on 8 October 2026.
The nearest confirmed deadline is EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy, on 23 October 2026. Scholarships with expected dates are based on the previous cycle and will be confirmed when the new call opens.
How scholarships work in Italy
Italian universities offer merit scholarships and tuition fee waivers to international students, and regional agencies offer need-based grants. Merit awards are usually tied to applying early for a degree taught in English, and the university often selects winners from its admission applicants without a separate form.
Scholarships in Italy 2027 at a glance
| Scholarship | Level | Funding | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy | Postdoctoral | Partial | 23 October 2026 |
| Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy | Bachelor's & Master's | Partial | 15 November 2026 |
| Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy | Master's | Partial | 1 December 2026 |
Partial scholarships in Italy
EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy
The Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies, part of the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, offers up to 20 one-year Jean Monnet Fellowships each year. They are for scholars who obtained their doctorate more than five years before the start of the fellowship: to apply for 2027–28, your PhD must have been awarded before 1 September 2022. The programme is open to post-docs, tenure-track academics and academics on sabbatical, and candidates of all nationalities are eligible. Scholars with a more recent doctorate are directed by the EUI to its Max Weber Programme.
What it covers:
- Basic grant of 2,850 euros per month
- If you receive another grant or a salary, the fellowship is set at a lower rate (minimum 2,100 euros per month)
- Household allowance of up to 310 euros per month for a partner who lives with you in Florence and earns less than 2,000 euros per month
Who can apply:
- Doctorate awarded before 1 September 2022 (more than five years before the fellowship starts on 1 September 2027)
- Candidates of all nationalities are eligible
- Open to post-docs, tenure-track academics and academics on sabbatical
Level: Postdoctoral. Deadline: 23 October 2026. Full details and how to apply.
Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy
The Padua International Excellence Scholarship is the University of Padua's main merit award for international students. Up to 76 scholarships are offered to students who enrol in an English-taught bachelor's, single-cycle or master's degree. Each scholarship is worth 8,000 euros (gross) per academic year plus an exemption from tuition fees, so winners pay only the regional fee and a revenue stamp. There is no separate scholarship form: applying for an English-taught degree automatically enters you in the selection, and the teaching committee of each degree chooses winners on academic merit.
What it covers:
- 8,000 euros (gross) per academic year, paid in two instalments of 4,000 euros
- Exemption from tuition fees for each scholarship year
- You pay only the regional fee and a revenue stamp each year
- Covers up to 2 years for master's degrees and up to 3 years for bachelor's or single-cycle degrees
Who can apply:
- Not an Italian citizen (dual citizens can apply)
- Hold a non-Italian school diploma (bachelor's applicants) or a foreign degree (master's applicants)
- Not resident in Italy when you apply
Level: Bachelor's & Master's. Deadline: 15 November 2026. Full details and how to apply.
Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy
Politecnico di Milano offers merit-based scholarships, called Platinum and Gold, to international students who start the first year of a Master of Science taught in English. In the last call (2026/27), Platinum was worth 10,000 euros and Gold 8,000 euros a year before tax in Milan, each with a tuition fee waiver, renewable for the second year. The amounts for 2027/28 are not published yet.
What it covers:
- Tuition fee waiver
- Annual cash award (amount depends on the scholarship level)
Who can apply:
- Admitted to a Politecnico master's programme in an international call
- Excellent academic record
- Maintain academic performance to renew
Level: Master's. Deadline: 1 December 2026. Full details and how to apply.
Scholarships in Italy: documents and how to apply
EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy
The deadline for applications is 23 October 2026 at 14:00 Central European Summer Time. The grant and the other conditions of the award are set out on the EUI's website.
Documents:
- CV with a list of publications, in PDF (required)
- Letter of motivation of 1 to 2 pages, in PDF (required)
- Research proposal of 2 to 4 pages, in PDF (required)
- Copy of your passport, in JPG (required)
- Two letters of reference from academic referees, submitted online by the referees themselves before the deadline; letters from current EUI professors are not accepted (required)
- Do not let generative AI write substantial parts of your letter or proposal, and acknowledge any AI-generated content
Application steps:
- Check that your doctorate was awarded before 1 September 2022
- Register your application in the EUI online application form as early as possible, with your personal details and the names of two academic referees
- The system emails your referees; contact them yourself and make sure they submit their letters before the deadline
- Prepare your CV, letter of motivation and research proposal as PDF files, and your passport copy as a JPG
- Submit the application by 23 October 2026 at 14:00 Central European Summer Time
- Referees can still submit after you send your application, but never after the deadline
Duration: 1 year, from 1 September 2027. Open to: See the EUI website. Go to the EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy page.
Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy
Admissions for the 2027/28 academic year are open. Call One runs from 15 September to 15 November 2026 and Call Two from 1 December 2026 to 1 March 2027. Call Three (1 April to 1 June 2027) is only for EU students and non-EU students living in Italy. The detailed 2027/28 scholarship call is due in November 2026 and will confirm which application calls count for the scholarship. Applying in Call One keeps you eligible whichever rule applies.
More eligibility rules:
- Apply to an English-taught degree at the University of Padua within the deadline
- Not receiving another scholarship
- To keep the award, earn at least 20 ECTS credits by 30 November of the following academic year
Documents:
- There is no separate scholarship application and no extra document
- You submit only the documents required for your chosen degree, which are set out in the admission notice for that degree
- Our suggestion: open the admission notice early, because each degree asks for different documents
Application steps:
- Choose an English-taught bachelor's or master's degree at the University of Padua
- Read the admission notice for that degree and check its entry requirements
- Submit your degree application in Call One, between 15 September and 15 November 2026
- You are entered in the scholarship selection automatically
- Check the scholarship results on the university website on the date given in the admission notice
- If selected, accept the scholarship by the deadline in your award notice and complete enrolment
How applications are assessed:
- Academic excellence in your field of study
- The quality and results of your previous academic career
- Winners are chosen by the teaching committee of each degree course
Duration: Up to 2 years (master's) or 3 years (bachelor's). Open to: International students without Italian citizenship who are not resident in Italy. Go to the Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy page.
Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy
Documents:
- Online admission application
- Transcripts
- CV
- Motivation letter
- English test results
Application steps:
- Apply for a master's programme in an international call
- You are considered automatically for merit scholarships
- Results are sent with admission
How applications are assessed:
- Evaluation of your previous education and how well it matches the requirements of the Master of Science programme
- The documents you provided with your admission application
- Your scholarship application form
- GPA and academic achievements matter most, including the portfolio where one is requested
Duration: 2 years. Open to: International students. Go to the Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy page.
Scholarships in Italy by study level
- Bachelor’s: Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy.
- Master’s: Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy, Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy.
Application timeline
Plan your applications in deadline order:
- 23 October 2026: EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy
- 15 November 2026: Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy
- 1 December 2026: Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy
What the scholarships in Italy ask you to submit
Across the 3 scholarships in Italy on this page, this is how many ask for each document:
- CV or résumé: 2 of 3 (guide: academic CV template)
- Motivation letter, personal statement, essay or study plan: 2 of 3 (guide: statement of purpose guide and motivation letter template)
- Recommendation or reference letters: 1 of 3 (guide: how to get strong recommendation letters)
- Research proposal or research plan: 1 of 3 (guide: research proposal template)
- Language test score or certificate: 1 of 3 (guide: IELTS or TOEFL: which to choose)
- Transcripts or degree certificates: 1 of 3
Frequently asked questions
Which scholarships in Italy are fully funded?
None of the 3 scholarships we list for Italy is fully funded at the moment. Each one covers part of the cost, so check what you would still pay.
Which scholarships give partial funding?
EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy, Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy, Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy.
Which deadline comes first?
EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy, on 23 October 2026.
See every active scholarship for this country on the scholarships page, and read how to find fully funded scholarships for more options.
Live list: every scholarship we currently cover here
| Scholarship | Funding | Stipend | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUI Jean Monnet Fellowships 2027–28 in Italy | Partial | Basic grant of 2,850 euros per month | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Padua International Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 in Italy | Partial | 8,000 euros a year (gross), paid in two instalments | 15 Nov 2026 |
| Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027/28 in Italy | Partial | Last call (2026/27): 10,000 euros (Platinum) or 8,000 euros (Gold) a year before tax, plus a tuition fee waiver | 1 Dec 2026 |
This table updates itself whenever a scholarship is added or changed, so it can include newer entries than the sections above. See all scholarships.
