YES Italy, a consultancy specialising in higher education opportunities in Italy, has announced scholarship opportunities for Indian students seeking admission in 2026 to Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes at top Italian universities.
Top Universities & Scholarship Opportunities in Italy 2026
- University of Bologna: International Talents & Merit Scholarships (Unibo Action) Offers scholarships of up to €11,000 per year(gross), with full tuition fee waivers in select cases, for high-achieving international students enrolled in Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes.
- Politecnico di Milano:(Excellence Scholarships) Provides €5,000 to €10,000 per year, along with full or partial tuition fee waivers, primarily for Master’s programmes in engineering, architecture, and design, awarded based on strong academic records and portfolios.
- Politecnico di Torino:(International Scholarships) Offers financial support ranging from €4,000 to €8,000 per year, along with tuition fee reductions, for Bachelor’s and Master’s students in engineering and technical disciplines.
- University of Padua:(International Excellence Scholarship Programme) Covers full tuition fees and provides an annual allowance of €7,000 to €8,000 for academically outstanding international students pursuing Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.
- Bocconi University, Milan:(Merit & International Awards) Offers full or partial tuition fee waivers and financial aid worth €12,000 to €13,000 per year towards tuition and living expenses for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and MBA students, based on academic merit and financial need.
- Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC):(Merit & Need-Based Scholarships) Provides partial tuition fee waivers ranging from €3,000 to €5,000 per year for Bachelor’s and Master’s students demonstrating strong academic performance and financial need.
- Sapienza University of Rome:(International Scholarships) Offers tuition fee reductions and scholarships between €3,000 and €6,000 per year, awarded based on academic merit.
- University of Milan:(Excellence Scholarships) Provides scholarships of approximately €6,000 per year, along with tuition fee reductions in certain cases, for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students with high academic achievement.
- University of Trento:(International Scholarships) Offers financial support of €6,000 to €7,200 per year, along with tuition fee waivers, across all degree levels, based on merit and financial criteria.
- University of Pavia:(International Scholarships) Provides scholarships worth approximately €7,000 to €8,000 per year, along with possible tuition fee waivers, primarily for Master’s programmes.
Application Process
Indian students aspiring to pursue higher education in Italy can avail end-to-end personalised support from YES Italy, including university shortlisting, scholarship application assistance, documentation preparation, and student visa guidance.
As application deadlines and scholarship criteria vary across universities and regions, YES Italy also offers free consultations to help students plan their applications effectively.
For more information, visit yesitaly.in/education-in-italy
With affordable tuition fees at public universities, strong post-study employability prospects, and a wide range of government- and university-level scholarships, Italy is fast emerging as a preferred global education destination for Indian students pursuing internationally recognised degrees and international exposure.
Italy offers a unique blend of academic excellence, research-driven learning, and strong industry linkages, particularly in fields such as engineering, architecture, design, medicine, business, and humanities. Most public universities in Italy charge comparatively low annual tuition fees, and students are eligible for both need-based and merit-based scholarships, making higher education in Italy both accessible and cost-effective.
