Study in Italy – Scholarship Overview
Italy is one of the most affordable and popular study destinations in Europe for Bangladeshi students. Italian universities offer internationally recognized degrees, relatively low tuition fees, and generous scholarship opportunities. Many programs are available in English, especially at the Master's and PhD levels. One of the biggest advantages of studying in Italy is that several scholarships provide both tuition support and living allowances.
Types of Scholarships in Italy
1. Italian Government Scholarship (MAECI Scholarship)
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs offers scholarships to international students for higher education in Italy.
Coverage
- Tuition fee exemption (where applicable)
- Monthly living allowance: 900 EUR/month
- Health and medical insurance
Eligible Majors: Engineering, Science, Economics, Arts, Humanities, Language Studies
Apply Here:
https://studyinitaly.esteri.it
2. DSU Regional Scholarship (Fully Funded)
The DSU Scholarship is one of the most popular scholarships among Bangladeshi students in Italy. It is awarded based on family financial condition and academic status.
Coverage
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Free accommodation or accommodation support
- Free university meals or meal allowance
- Annual living allowance: approximately 5,000 – 8,000 EUR/year
Eligible Majors: Almost all Bachelor's and Master's programs
Apply Here:
https://www.dsu.toscana.it
**Each Italian region has its own DSU portal.
3. University Scholarships
Many Italian universities offer scholarships to international students based on academic performance.
Coverage
- Tuition fee waiver
- Scholarship amount: 2,000 – 11,000 EUR/year depending on university
- Accommodation support in some cases
Eligible Majors: Engineering, Architecture, Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Arts
Popular University Scholarship Portals
University of Bologna
Apply Here:
https://www.unibo.it
Politecnico di Milano
Apply Here:
https://www.polimi.it
Sapienza University of Rome
Apply Here:
https://www.uniroma1.it/en
4. Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (Fully Funded)
Many Italian universities participate in Erasmus Mundus programs.
Coverage
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly stipend: approximately 1,400 EUR/month
- Travel allowance
- Health insurance
Eligible Majors: Engineering, AI, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Public Health, Business
Apply Here:
https://www.eacea.ec.europa.eu/scholarships/erasmus-mundus-catalogue_en
Who Can Apply
Italy welcomes international students at Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels. Scholarship selection depends on academic qualifications and, in some cases, financial background. Students generally apply to universities first and then apply for scholarships separately. Some scholarships are merit-based, while others consider financial need. A strong academic profile and complete documentation improve the chances of receiving funding.
Eligibility & Qualification
- Must be an international student
- Good academic record
- HSC/A-Level for Bachelor's admission
- Bachelor's degree for Master's admission
- Master's degree for PhD admission
- IELTS or equivalent English proficiency for English-taught programs
- Financial documents may be required for DSU Scholarship
Required Documents (University + Scholarship)
Documents Required
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Passport copy
- CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Recommendation letters
- IELTS/TOEFL score (if required)
- Financial documents (for DSU Scholarship)
- Passport-size photographs
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
Steps
- Choose a university and program
- Check scholarship eligibility
- Apply for admission
- Apply for scholarship separately if required
- Upload supporting documents
- Receive admission offer
- Wait for scholarship result
- Confirm enrollment
Visa Required Documents
Student Visa Documents
- Valid passport
- University admission letter
- Financial proof
- Proof of accommodation
- Visa application form
- Passport-size photographs
- Health insurance
Student Visa Process (Step-by-Step)
Steps
- Receive university admission letter
- Prepare visa documents
- Book visa appointment
- Submit visa application
- Attend interview (if required)
- Receive visa approval
- Travel to Italy
Italy Cost Overview (2026 Approx.)
Estimated First-Year Cost
- Tuition Fee: 1,000 – 6,000 EUR/year
- Living Cost: 6,000 – 12,000 EUR/year
- Health Insurance & Other Costs: 500 – 2,000 EUR
Total Estimated Cost: 7,500 – 20,000 EUR/year