Italian Government Scholarship 2027 (MAECI): Complete Guide
The Italian Government Scholarship, also called the MAECI Scholarship, is offered by Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to foreign students. It supports master’s, PhD, arts, and research study at institutions in Italy.
This guide covers the Italian Government Scholarship 2027, based on the latest 2026-27 call, as the next call had not been published at the time of writing.
Overview
- Country: Italy
- Funded by: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI)
- Degree Level: Master’s, AFAM, PhD, and Research
- Duration: 9 months, renewable in multi-year courses
- Application Portal: studyinitaly.esteri.it
- Last Deadline: March 26, 2026
Italian Government Scholarship Deadline
The 2026-27 deadline was 14:00 Italian time on March 26, 2026. Students planning for 2027-28 should watch the Study in Italy portal and their Italian embassy from early 2027.
Scholarship Types
- 9-month scholarships: Master’s degrees, AFAM arts and music courses, PhDs, and research projects in co-tutorship
- 3-month scholarships: Advanced Italian language and culture courses
Benefits
- A total of €10,800, paid in three instalments, as reported from the 2026-27 call
- Collective health insurance during the scholarship
- Tuition exemption at some universities (regional fees remain payable)
Eligibility
- Selection is based on citizenship, and you may apply for one country only
- Master’s applicants need a degree equivalent to an Italian first-cycle degree
- PhD applicants must pass an admission test
- Language course applicants need at least A2 Italian
Check the current list of countries on the portal, because we could not confirm Pakistan’s inclusion for the next call. Pakistani students should also read our Italy scholarships guide, which covers DSU grants.
Selection Process
If applications are numerous, a commission shortlists candidates for interview. If you do not receive an invitation shortly after the deadline, you have not been selected.
How to Apply
- Check the current call and country list.
- Register on the Study in Italy portal.
- Choose your course and prepare your documents.
- Submit before the deadline.
Official website: Study in Italy
Also see: Fully Funded Scholarships for Pakistani Students 2027
