The University of Calabria has announced applications for the 2026 University of Calabria Scholarship for qualified students from non-European countries.
The University of Calabria Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity that covers tuition fees, accommodation, meals, and provides a €3,600 annual allowance to support living expenses while studying in Italy.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Calabria
- Host Country: Italy
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Non-European Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €3,600 Allowance | Accommodation | Meals
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: March 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The University of Calabria Scholarship offers 120 fully funded positions for two-year Master’s degree programs at the institution. The scholarship is designed to support outstanding international students by granting access to high-quality education in Italy.
Each year, the University of Calabria (Unical) awards over 6,000 scholarships, which include financial grants, accommodation, access to university dining services, and exemption from tuition-related fees.
Scholarship placements are awarded based on merit rankings prepared for each degree program, in line with departmental criteria and the number of positions reserved specifically for international (non-EU) applicants.
Available Courses
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Telecommunication Engineering: Smart Sensing, Computing and Networking
- Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science
- Finance and Insurance
- Nutritional Science
- Environmental and Territorial Safety Engineering on Sustainable Management of Natural Resources (curriculum)
- Robotics and Automation Engineering (curriculum)
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Calabria Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a non-European (non-EU) student
- Submit an application for provisional admission to the University of Calabria
- Hold a degree obtained from a foreign university that qualifies them for access to International Master’s Degree Courses in Italy
- Candidates who will complete their qualification during the academic year may apply provisionally
Applicants who fail to obtain the required qualification will automatically lose their eligibility to enroll.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Calabria Scholarship will receive:
- Tuition fee coverage
- Free accommodation
- Free meals (university canteen services)
- €3,600 annual living allowance
- Scholarship duration of 12 to 24 months
The scholarship will be renewed for the second year only if beneficiaries meet the academic performance requirements set by the university.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, candidates must prepare to submit:
- First page of international passport
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of diploma (for Bachelor’s applicants, if applicable)
- Copy of Bachelor’s degree certificate (for Master’s applicants)
- Official academic transcripts for all years of university study
- Detailed syllabus of all completed university courses
- Italian language certificate (optional)
- English language certificate (optional)
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Calabria Scholarship 2026:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage
- Carefully read all the provided guidelines and requirements
- Scroll to the “How to Apply for Master’s Degree” section
- Register on the Essie Portal
- Navigate to: Top-right Menu → Registrar’s Office → Admission Test
- Select your preferred degree course
- Ensure you select the competition titled: “CALL FOR EXTRA-EU STUDENTS…”
- Upload and submit all required documents
- Submit your completed application and wait for the university’s decision
Interested and qualified applicants are advised to complete their applications before the March 30, 2026 deadline.
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