The University of Milan is now accepting applications for the 2026/27 Regional Scholarship (DSU) for eligible international and domestic students.
The University of Milan Regional Scholarship is a financial aid programme funded by the Lombardy Region and the Italian Ministry of University and Research to support students based on financial need and academic merit. Successful applicants may receive tuition fee exemptions, financial assistance, meal benefits, and additional support throughout their studies in Italy.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Milan (La Statale)
- Host Country: Italy
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Financial Scholarship | Full or 50% Tuition Fee Waiver | Free Meals | International Mobility Allowance
- Deadline: September 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The University of Milan Regional Scholarship (DSU) is part of Italy’s Diritto allo Studio Universitario (DSU) financial aid scheme, established to assist students with the cost of higher education.
Funded by the Lombardy Region and the Italian Ministry of University and Research, the programme provides financial support to students who demonstrate academic merit and financial need. Unlike fully funded scholarships, the DSU Scholarship offers a combination of financial grants, tuition fee reductions, meal services, and other student benefits depending on each applicant’s eligibility.
International students are encouraged to apply, provided they are enrolled in an eligible programme at the University of Milan and submit the required financial documentation for assessment.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the University of Milan Regional Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be an Italian or international student applying for or enrolled in a full-time programme at the University of Milan.
- Apply for an eligible:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Single-Cycle Master’s degree
- Doctoral Research programme
- Postgraduate School programme
- Meet the academic merit requirements outlined in the official scholarship call.
- Meet the financial eligibility requirements.
- Submit all required documents before the application deadline.
- Applicants whose household income and assets are outside Italy must provide the required financial documentation for assessment.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the University of Milan Regional Scholarship may receive:
- Financial scholarship
- Full tuition fee exemption (for full scholarship recipients)
- 50% tuition fee reduction (for partial scholarship recipients)
- One free midday meal from Monday to Saturday
- Graduation incentive award for eligible students who complete their programme within the standard duration (subject to funding availability)
International Mobility Allowance
Students who receive the scholarship and participate in a University-certified study abroad programme may also qualify for an International Mobility Allowance, which includes:
- €600 per month for approved study abroad programmes (up to 10 months)
- Travel reimbursement of up to €100 for study programmes within Europe
- Travel reimbursement of up to €500 for study programmes outside Europe
- Compensation for meals missed during the study abroad period
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should prepare to submit:
- Completed online scholarship application
- Admission or enrolment details at the University of Milan
- Required financial documents
- Supporting academic documents
- Additional documents required under the official scholarship guidelines
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Milan Regional Scholarship:
- Apply for admission into an eligible programme at the University of Milan.
- Complete the separate online Regional Scholarship application through the University’s Benefits Service Desk (Online Helpdesk).
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- International applicants must also submit the required financial documents if their household income and assets are outside Italy.
- Carefully review your application before submission.
- Submit your application before 11:59 PM (GMT+2) on September 30, 2026.
- Check the provisional and final scholarship rankings through the Online Helpdesk. Applicants who identify any errors may submit an appeal during the official appeal period.
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