The University of Pavia in Italy, in collaboration with EDiSU (Institute of the Right to University Studies), has opened applications for the 2026 CICOPS Scholarship Program for qualified visiting scholars from developing countries.
The CICOPS Scholarship 2026 offers a fully funded short-term research opportunity for scholars to spend between 4 and 12 weeks at the University of Pavia while participating in collaborative research activities.
The scholarship covers travel expenses, accommodation, meals, insurance, and provides a financial contribution of up to €1800 during the period of stay.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Italy
- Study Abroad: Study in Europe
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €1800 Stipend | Travel Costs | Accommodation | Meals | Health Insurance
- Deadline: June 10, 2026
Scholarship Details
The CICOPS Scholarship Program is a joint initiative between the University of Pavia and EDiSU aimed at promoting academic cooperation and research exchange with scholars from developing nations. The scholarship was established to encourage international collaboration by supporting short-term research visits at the University of Pavia.
CICOPS, which stands for the Committee for International Cooperation for Development, was founded in 1987 to strengthen partnerships between the University of Pavia and universities, research institutions, and international organizations across developing countries.
The program focuses on fostering research collaboration in development-related fields while encouraging the mobility of researchers and academic professionals through fully funded research stays in Italy.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the CICOPS Scholarship, applicants must:
- Have at least two years of teaching experience or professional activity within international organizations or institutions.
- Be junior or senior members of universities in developing countries.
- Be affiliated with major research centers, international organizations, or institutions with interests related to development studies.
- Not be enrolled in a Doctoral or Postgraduate program at an Italian university.
- Have secured collaboration with a professor or researcher at the University of Pavia.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the CICOPS Scholarship will receive:
- Return economy-class flight ticket
- Accommodation at a University College in Pavia
- Meals at university canteens
- Health insurance and personal accident insurance
- Visa support letter
- Financial contribution of €150 per week
- Total support amounting to approximately €1800
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae in European format with a list of publications
(File name format: Surname_Name_CV) - Invitation letter from the professor or researcher at the University of Pavia with whom collaboration is planned
(File name format: Surname_Name_Letter)
Applicants are advised to ensure that all uploaded documents are correctly named as instructed. Applications without properly named documents will not be considered.
Candidates should only complete the application form after receiving an acceptance letter from their contact professor at the University of Pavia.
How to Apply
To apply for the CICOPS Scholarship:
- Obtain an invitation or acceptance letter from a professor or researcher at the University of Pavia.
- Prepare all required application documents.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
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