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Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2026

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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country: Italy
Region: Europe
Institution: Italian Government MAECI
Study level: PhD
Funding: Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

Program overview Italian Government (maeci) Scholarship 2026

Host country: Italy
Scholarship Name: MAECI (Study in Italy) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Study level: Master’s or PhD Scholarships
Benefits: fully funded
Application deadline: 26th May 2026

How Does This Maeci Scholarship Work.

If you are looking to gain admission and apply to an Italian university but lack sufficient funds to cover your studies:.

The MAECI Scholarship will cover your expenses if you are selected.
Most Italian public universities support the MAECI Scholarship Program.
When applying to an Italian university, be sure to select the MAECI Scholarship option.

Funding Package

The MAECI Funding may include

Exemption from Payment of enrollment and tuition fees.
Health and Medical/Accident insurance.
A total stipend of 10800 euros will be granted to students, distributed in 3 installments.
The first installment of 5500 euros.
The second installment of 2300 Euros.
The third and final installment of 3000 euros.

How to apply For the Maeci Scholarship 2026.

Applicants must apply online through the “Study in Italy” website. You don’t need to take admission first into the university. Read the call for applications.
The application process for the MAECI scholarship and university admission is separate.
For the MAECI Scholarship: You’ll apply through the online platform designated by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
University Admission: Once you’ve been selected for the MAECI scholarship, you’ll then need to secure admission at an Italian public university.

In Which Italian University Maeci Scholarship Available.

The MAECI scholarship is designed for study at Italian higher education institutes, both public and legally recognized. All public universities in Italy accept MAECI scholarships. Use the official website is below.

Requirements & preparation

Review eligibility, benefits, and documents before you apply

Eligibility criteria

11 requirements to review

The Scholarship is open to Citizens of 141 countries. verify the eligible countries for the MAECI Scholarship 2026.
Applicants applying for a master’s degree program must have completed a bachelor’s degree.
Age 28 years old or younger at the time of application for the Master’s program.
If you are applying for a PhD Program, you must not be over the age of 30 years at the time of application.
Applicant must be able to prove his/her English language proficiency from IELTS or any other Language certificate, such as English Proficiency language proof.

How to apply For the Maeci Scholarship 2026.

Applicants must apply online through the “Study in Italy” website. You don’t need to take admission first into the university. Read the call for applications.
The application process for the MAECI scholarship and university admission is separate.
For the MAECI Scholarship: You’ll apply through the online platform designated by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
University Admission: Once you’ve been selected for the MAECI scholarship, you’ll then need to secure admission at an Italian public university.
In Which Italian University Maeci Scholarship Available.
The MAECI scholarship is designed for study at Italian higher education institutes, both public and legally recognized. All public universities in Italy accept MAECI scholarships. Use the official website is below.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Published on Opportunity StationMar 12, 2026
Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Italy · Europe

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Next step

Ready to apply?

Use the official application website to submit your application directly to the program organizer. The link opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide open.

https://gradadmissions.mit.edu/apply

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