University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026 provide financial support to talented students to pursue their academic studies in Italy. Financed by the Lombardy government, the Ministry of University and Research, and the European Union – Next Generation EU, these scholarships are designed to promote educational access, reward merit, and provide relief for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
This programme not only offers financial assistance but also provides free access to essential student services, ensuring that awardees can focus on their studies while participating fully in university life. By supporting thousands of students annually, the University of Milan continues its commitment to inclusive higher education. It is important to note that students enrolled in part-time programmes, repeating students at the same level, or those already holding degrees of the same or higher level in Italy are not eligible.
Scholarship Benefits
University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026 provide:
- A financial grant credited to the student’s “Carta La Statale” badge, which also gives access to university services.
- Complete exemption from university fees for full winners.
- 50% exemption from fees for partial winners.
- One free midday meal (Monday–Saturday) at university canteens.
- Graduating Award: An additional half-year scholarship value for students completing their degree within the regular duration.
- International Mobility Allowance: €600 per month for up to 10 months for students studying abroad, plus travel reimbursements (€100 within Europe, €500 outside Europe).
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026, applicants must:
- Be regularly enrolled in a University of Milan programme.
- Meet both merit and income requirements specified in the call for applications.
- Not hold another scholarship from a different institution for the same academic year.
- Not be enrolled in a part-time programme.
- Not be a repeating student at the same programme level.
- Not already hold a degree from an Italian university at the same or higher level.
Special provisions apply for first-year students, who must achieve a specific credit requirement by 10 August 2026 to retain their scholarship.
Application Process
To apply for the University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026, applicants must:
- Access the Online Service Desk between 18 July and 30 September 2025.
- Register with the University of Milan if applying as a prospective student.
- Submit the completed application form with all supporting documents.
- Activate their Carta La Statale as a prepaid card for scholarship payments.
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Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
- Completed online application via the University of Milan Online Service Desk.
- Proof of enrolment or pre-enrolment.
- Financial documentation of family income and assets (Italian or foreign, as applicable).
- Academic transcripts or certification of merit requirements.
- Copy of ID and Carta La Statale activation for payment.
Selection Process
The selection process for the University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026 includes:
- Application Review: All applications are reviewed for completeness and compliance with merit and income requirements.
- Provisional Ranking List: Published by the end of October 2025, allowing students to appeal decisions.
- Final Ranking List: Published by the end of November 2025, after appeals and documentation review.
- Scholarship Allocation: Awards are assigned based on ranking, merit, and income thresholds.
Scholarship Duration
The University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026 cover one full academic year.
- First instalment (50%) is paid by December 2025.
- Second instalment is released by October 2026 for first-year students upon meeting merit requirements, or by June 2026 for continuing students.
The scholarship is renewable annually if merit and income requirements are met.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the University of Milan Regional Scholarships 2025/2026 is 30 September 2025.
