EDiSU Pavia Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students

Job Description

EDiSU Pavia Fully Funded Scholarships 2025–2026 to Study in Italy | University of Pavia

Are you dreaming of pursuing higher education in Italy without financial stress? The EDiSU Pavia Scholarship for the 2025/2026 academic year offers fully funded opportunities for outstanding international, EU, and Italian students to study at the University of Pavia.

This prestigious scholarship is available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, Single-cycle Master’s, PhD, and non-medical Specialization Schools students across all academic fields. It provides generous financial aid, accommodation support, and additional benefits for eligible applicants.

Overview of EDiSU Pavia Scholarships

• Host Institution: University of Pavia
• Organizer: EDiSU Pavia
• Funding Providers: European Union – Next Generation EU (PNRR), Italian Ministry of University and Research, Lombardy Region
• Location: Pavia, Italy
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Eligible Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, Single-cycle Master’s, PhD, Specialization Schools (non-medical)
• Eligible Nationalities: All countries (Italian, EU, and non-EU)
• Fields of Study: All programs offered at the University of Pavia
• Language of Instruction: Italian or English
• Number of Awards: Based on funding availability
• Duration: Standard program duration + up to 1 extra semester (depending on the degree)
• Gender: Male / Female

Application Deadlines and Important Dates

• Scholarship Application Deadline: September 15, 2025 – 12:00 pm (Italian time)
• Accommodation Documents Deadline: November 6, 2025
• University Enrollment Deadline: November 14, 2025

Financial Benefits & Allowances

All scholarship recipients benefit from free daily meals and regional tax reimbursement. Award amounts vary based on student category:

On-Site Students

• Tier 1: €2,565 → Total: €3,383

• Tier 2: €2,132 → Total: €2,950

• Tier 3: €1,296 → Total: €2,114

Commuting Students

• Tier 1: €3,936 → Total: €4,754

• Tier 2: €3,316 → Total: €4,134

• Tier 3: €2,436 → Total: €3,254

Off-Site Students (Private Housing, ≥10 months)

• Tier 1: €7,316 → Total: €8,134

• Tier 2: €6,255 → Total: €7,073

• Tier 3: €4,958 → Total: €5,776

Off-Site Students (EDiSU College, ≥10 months)

• Tier 1: €4,516 + college housing → Total: €8,274

• Tier 2: €3,495 + college housing → Total: €7,213

• Tier 3: €2,198 + college housing → Total: €5,916

Note: Values are reduced by 50% for students in their “first year overtime” (beyond standard duration).

Additional Scholarship Supplements

• S.T.E.M. Female Students: +20% (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

• Double Degree Students: +20% if maintaining merit in both programs

• Students with Disabilities (≥66%): Up to +40% for assistive needs (subject to evaluation)

• International Mobility & Internships: €600/month (max 10 months) + travel allowance (€100 EU / €500 non-EU)

• Only one mobility grant allowed per degree

• Amount halved for “first year overtime” students

Canteen Services

• Beneficiaries:

  • 1 free meal/day (Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2026)

  • In cities without canteens → equivalent cash value provided

• Eligible Non-Beneficiaries:

  • First-year: minimum meal rate

  • Later years: 1 free meal/day

• Reimbursements: Only for students in private colleges with meals or studying abroad (certified) – request by Jan 31, 2027

Eligibility Criteria for EDiSU Pavia Scholarship

The scholarship is open to:

• Italian, EU, and non-EU students applying to the University of Pavia in 2025/2026
• First-year enrollment in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Single-cycle Master’s programs
• Enrollment in “filter semester” of Medicine & Surgery or Dentistry (Pavia as first choice)
• One additional year beyond standard duration
• Specialization courses (non-medical)
• PhD programs (not already receiving government-funded PhD scholarships or research grants)

Additional rules:

• Students with ≥66% disability may apply even if beyond second extra year
• Cannot already hold a degree of equal or higher level
• Cannot receive another scholarship from public/private sources in the same year
• Final university enrollment must be completed by November 14, 2025

Note: Please review the detailed requirements for each study level and students categorized in the benefits section above in the official call.

Required Documents

• Online application form
• Income and asset documentation (for foreign students and Italians abroad)
• Proof of accommodation (for off-site students)
• Declaration for international mobility program participants (if applicable)
• Any other documents requested in the official call

Step-by-Step Application Process

• Apply online through the EDiSU Pavia “Online Student Services” portal.
• Submit application by September 15, 2025 – 12:00 pm.
• University enrollment is not required at application stage but must be completed later.
• Foreign and Italian students abroad must upload PDFs of:
  • Family composition
  • Gross income (2024) received abroad
  • Number of buildings owned abroad by each adult family member
  • Movable assets (bank balance, shares, bonds, etc.)
• Send original hard copies to: EDiSU Pavia – via Sant’Ennodio 26, 27100 Pavia, Italy by the deadline.
• Book an appointment to access EDiSU counters for document submission.
• Notify EDiSU in writing of any status changes (university transfer, job, financial situation change).

Official Resources and Application Link

Apply Now 

For more information and specific instructions, visit the EDiSU Pavia website.

Important Notes and Regulations

• Late or incomplete applications will be excluded.
• Students must meet all eligibility criteria stated in the official call.

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