ROME, July 4, 2025 — Italy is emerging as a top destination for international students, offering generous scholarships across its leading universities and government-backed programs. With flexible English language requirements and wide-ranging academic fields — from science and engineering to humanities and social sciences — studying in Italy is now more accessible than ever.

🇮🇹 Flexible English Proficiency Rules

Many Italian universities now accept alternatives to the traditional IELTS test, including:

• Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificates from prior institutions

• TOEFL, Duolingo English Test, and other recognized English assessments

This flexibility opens doors for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and reduces barriers for applicants in countries where IELTS access is limited.

🔑 Key Scholarship Opportunities for 2025–26

Here are some of the most prominent opportunities now open or about to open:

🎓 University of Bologna Scholarships 2025

• For: Bachelor’s and Master’s programs

• Benefits: Tuition waivers and up to €11,000 annually

🏗 Politecnico di Milano Scholarships 2025–26

• For: Engineering, Architecture, Design

• Benefits: Merit-based full tuition coverage + up to €10,000 in stipend

🏛 University of Siena Scholarships

• For: Arts, Humanities, Economics

• Highlight: Accepts MOI certificates as proof of English proficiency

🔬 University of Pavia CICOPS Scholarships 2026

• For: Short-term research (4–12 weeks)

• Targeted at: Researchers from developing countries

• Benefits: Fully funded, including accommodation and living expenses

🇮🇹 Italian Government Scholarships 2025–26

• For: Postgraduate studies & Italian language courses

• Benefits: Tuition, €900 monthly stipend, health insurance

🌍 Other Notable Offers:

• University of Florence – Sciences, Economics, Design

• Sapienza University of Rome – Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD

• University of Turin – Global development and economics

📋 How to Apply

Step 1: Choose a university and program that matches your interests and language eligibility
Step 2: Gather required documents:

• Academic transcripts

• Passport copy

• Letters of recommendation

• Proof of English proficiency (MOI or test scores)

Step 3: Apply via the university’s official portal or a centralized scholarship platform

Step 4: If accepted, apply for a Type D student visa (non-EU students only)

📅 Deadlines vary by institution but typically fall between March and July 2025

🎓 Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s: High school diploma

• Master’s: Recognized Bachelor’s degree

• PhD/Research: Master’s degree in a relevant field

While no professional work obligations are attached to most scholarships, maintaining strong academic performance is essential to retain funding.

🌐 Why Italy?

With its world-class education, growing reputation for research, and international partnerships, Italy offers not just financial support but also a cultural and academic experience rich in history, innovation, and opportunity.

📝 For full details, visit the official websites of the universities or search through Italy’s national scholarship databases.