The University of Brescia, for the Academic Year 2025/2026, hereby issues this call to award 2 scholarships to students from developing countries.
Application Deadline:
- March 31, 2025
About the Award:
The University of Brescia, Italy, is offering the STAR Undergraduate Scholarships 2025 for non-EU students from developing and priority countries. This scholarship aims to support talented students by providing financial assistance for their bachelor’s degree studies in Italy for the 2025/2026 academic year.
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Scholarship Benefits:
- Annual Scholarship Amount: €6,150 per year
- Tuition Fees Waived: Recipients are exempt from university fees (except for regional tax & stamp duty, approx. €156).
- Accommodation & Dining Benefits:
- Reserved university residence at subsidized rates
- Meal services at discounted prices
- Duration: Covers the standard duration of the undergraduate course.
- Reserved Scholarships for African Students: Three scholarships prioritized for students from African countries
Eligible Fields of Study:
- Bachelor’s Degree programs offered by the University of Brescia
Who Can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be citizens and residents of a developing country as per Decree No. 440/2024 or priority countries listed by the Italian Agency for Cooperation, including:
- Cuba, Egypt, El Salvador, Jordan, Iraq, Kenya, Lebanon, Tunisia, Palestinian territories
- Hold a high school diploma obtained outside the EU that:
- Was earned after at least 12 years of schooling.
- Qualifies for admission to undergraduate programs in the issuing country.
- Is recognized by local education authorities
- Be registering for the first time at an Italian university.
- Students obtaining their high school diploma by July 10, 2025, can also apply.
- If the diploma was earned in less than 12 years, applicants must provide proof of at least one year of post-secondary studies.
Selection Process:
- Evaluation based on academic merit and eligibility
- The final ranking list will be published on May 15, 2025.
- Selected applicants must confirm acceptance within 10 days of notification.
- Admission tests (if required) must be completed by July 20, 2025.
Eligible Countries:
- Non-EU developing countries and priority countries as defined by Italian authorities
Where will the award be Taken?
- University of Brescia, Italy
Number of Awards:
- Three scholarships are reserved for African students (total number not specified).
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Covers the standard duration of the undergraduate degree program
How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted online through the PICA platform:
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Important Dates:
- March 31, 2025: Application Deadline
- May 15, 2025: Final ranking list published
- July 10, 2025: Final submission deadline for qualification verification
- July 20, 2025: Deadline for required admission tests (if applicable)
This is a fantastic opportunity for students from developing countries to study in Italy with financial support!
