Study in Italy: 2026–2027 Scholarships for International Students at Università degli Studi ‘G. d’Annunzio

Apply now for fully supported scholarships at Università degli Studi “G. d’Annunzio” Chieti-Pescara for the 2026–2027 academic year. International students, including those enrolling in Joint Programmes or INGENIUM Pathways, are invited to apply.

Overview of the Scholarships

The University offers 15 scholarships for international students, including 5 specifically for students in Joint Programmes or INGENIUM Pathways. Scholarships cover the full duration of the degree programme and provide both financial and academic support.

Eligible Degree Programmes include:

• Bachelor in Economics and Finance
• Master in Psychology of Well-Being and Performance
• Master in Planetary Sciences
• Master in Health Professions of Rehabilitation Sciences
• Master in Building Engineering – Engineering Management of Cultural Heritage
• Master in Computational Cognitive Science
• Master in Economics and Management
• Master in Legal Sciences for Internationalisation and Business Innovation

Financial Support and Additional Benefits

Each scholarship provides:

• €6,000 gross financial contribution
• Full exemption from University fees, except for the regional fee (€140) and stamp duty (€16)

Additional support services include:

• Orientation and integration support for international students
• Access guidance for the University online system (MYPAGE Ud’A)
• Personalized reception, psychological support, and teaching materials for students with disabilities or specific learning difficulties
• Italian language courses

Important: Scholarships cannot be combined with grants from other institutions, including ADSU Chieti-Pescara, MAECI, CRUI, foreign governments, or private organizations.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must hold a foreign qualification recognized for admission to the selected degree programme.
• Bachelor applicants require at least 12 years of schooling (special provisions exist for 10- or 11-year systems).
• Master applicants must hold a foreign academic qualification granting access to Master’s programmes.

Note: Transfers from other Italian universities are not allowed.

Application Process

1. Register online
2. Complete the registration and select:
   “Evaluation test → Registration for the assessment test – call for applications – 15 scholarships for international students – 2026/27 a.y.”
3. Application period: 12 March – 20 April 2026, 23:59 (Italian time)

Required Documents:

• Valid passport/ID
• Curriculum Vitae
• Motivation letter (in English)
• Degree programme selection form (Annex 2)
• English language certificate (B2 level for programmes taught in English)
• Academic qualifications and official transcripts
• Declaration of Value or ENIC-NARIC Statement of Comparability

Note: Documents not in Italian must include a certified translation and legalization/Apostille.

Selection Procedure

• Applications are assessed by a University Committee based on academic qualifications (60 points) and CV/motivation letter (40 points).
• A final ranking will be published on the University portal.
• Tie-breakers: younger candidates first, then female candidates if needed.

Maintaining the Scholarship

Bachelor’s Degree: Students must acquire:

• Year 2: 30 ECTS by 31 October
• Year 3: 95 ECTS by 31 October

Master’s Degree: Students must acquire:

• Year 2: 48 ECTS by 31 October

Scholarship payments are made in installments upon meeting ECTS requirements. Failure to meet the required credits may result in suspension or revocation.

Acceptance, Renunciation, and Revocation

• Candidates must accept or waive the scholarship within 10 days of notification.
• Scholarship holders requiring a visa must follow the official visa procedure: Universitaly – International Students
• Withdrawal from studies or transfer to another university will revoke the scholarship immediately.

Personal Data Processing

The University processes personal data in compliance with EU GDPR 2016/679 and relevant Italian legislation. Data is used solely for managing the scholarship application and related procedures. More details: Privacy Information – UniCh

This announcement is published in the University Register, on the University website, and across its social media channels for maximum visibility.