Study at the University of Bologna with the 2025/2026 International Talents Scholarships

The 2025/2026 University of Bologna International Talents Scholarships for International Students is offering 30 new scholarships to deserving international students who intend to enroll in second-cycle degree programmes in a.y.

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2025/2026 University of Bologna International Talents Scholarships Summary

• Host Country: Italy
• Study Abroad: Study in Europe | Study in Italy
• Host University: University of Bologna
• Category: Postgraduate | Masters
• Study Duration: 2 years full-time MSc programme at Unibo
• Eligibility Countries: All Countries, Overseas
• Reward: €6.500 gross and full exemption from tuition fees
• Deadline:  30 May 2025 at 12:00 CEST

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2025/2026 University of Bologna International Talents Scholarships Details

The University of Bologna is offering 30 new scholarships to deserving international students who intend to enroll in second-cycle degree programmes in a.y. 2025/2026.

Scholarships and exemptions are awarded for two academic years, based on GRE test scores and the verification of financial status.  Payment of instalments is subject to conditions of merit.

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2025/2026 University of Bologna International Talents Scholarships Eligibility Requirements

You can apply for International Talents at Unibo if you meet the following requirements:

• Qualification: You have obtained, or are in the process of obtaining, a qualification belonging to a non-Italian education system, valid for access to your second cycle programme.
• Merit: You will have taken the GRE test by the deadline for application: The GRE test is an aptitude and skills assessment test that can be taken in affiliated centres in various countries around the world or online (if offered by the organisation in charge).  You must register for the tests through the websites of the organizations in charge. 
  The test is held in English.
• Financial status: You have an ISEE (Equivalent Economic Situation Indicator) of between €16.000 and €35.000 or equivalent financial status if you cannot submit an ISEE certificate because your family has income outside Italy.
  Read the information in the documentation to certify your family’s economic situation is valid for 2025. Carefully check the required documents to prepare them in good time because you will have to submit them by the deadline of the call, and it can take several weeks to obtain them.
• Age: You must not be older than 30 years on the closing date of the call for applications

Detailed information is available in the call for applications. 

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Benefits

The benefits of this scholarship include;

• Scholarships are worth €6.500 gross 
• Full exemption from tuition fees

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Eligible Master’s Courses

Here is the link to the eligible Second Cycle Degree Programmes and the list of master’s courses.

If you’ve found a degree programme you’re interested in, visit its website for more details.

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2025/2026 University of Bologna International Talents Scholarships Required Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents:

• Completed application form.
• Academic transcripts and certificates.
• Personal statement outlining academic and professional goals.
• Letters of recommendation.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copy of a valid passport. If you are an EU citizen, you may attach a copy of a valid identity document.
• Copy of your GRE score report.

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How to apply for the 2025/2026 University of Bologna International Talents Scholarships

To apply for the scholarship at the University of Bologna, you must:

• Submit your application between 17 January 2025 at 12:00 CET and 30 May 2025 at 12:00 CEST exclusively via Studenti Online.
• Visit studenti.unibo.it and go to the “Register” section. If you are an international student without an Italian tax ID number (Codice Fiscale), go to the “International students registration” section.
• Fill in all the mandatory fields and follow the instructions to create your Unibo username and password. Please note: the personal details of individuals registering on the site must correspond exactly to those indicated in their passport or identity card;
• After the first access, you will have to replace the PUK code with a personal password. It is important to remember your Unibo username and password for the entire duration of your career, as you will need them every time you access your personal profile on studenti.unibo.it;
• Visit studenti.unibo.it and click on “Calls”;
• Select the call “Call for applications International Talents at Unibo, a.y. 2025-2026.”
• You will only be able to continue with the online application process if you have the requirements specified in Art. 2, points 2 and 5 of this call.
• Check your contact details
• Enter the required details
• Upload the required documents in PDF format.

Please note: You MUST have already taken the GRE test by the deadline. Remember to send your results to the University of Bologna, using code 7850 in time to meet the deadline set out in the call for the receipt of results.

The application for the International Talents @Unibo call is valid only for requesting the scholarship. For admission to degree programmes, you must carry out the procedures required for each programme and published on the second cycle degree programmes websites.

If you need help or guidance in completing your online application, you can call the Studenti Online Help Desk at the following number: +39 0512080301, Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5 p.m., or send an email to the following address: [email protected].

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Application Dates

• Publication of the call for applications: 17 January 2025
• Deadline for submitting applications (complete with test results and documentation on the family’s economic situation): 30 May 2025, at 12:00 CEST
• Publication of results: July 2025

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Scholarship Results

If you are awarded a study grant, you will be notified by email.

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