The European Futures Scholarship 2026/27 at the University of Milan (Università degli Studi di Milano) provides merit-based financial support for outstanding international students from European Union countries who want to pursue a Master’s degree in Italy. The scholarship supports academic excellence and encourages international mobility within the European Education Area.
The University of Milan offers this scholarship to attract highly talented EU students and strengthen academic exchange across Europe.
About the European Futures Scholarship
The European Futures Scholarship supports students enrolling in Master’s degree programmes at the University of Milan.
For the 2026/27 academic year, the University of Milan:
- Offers 30 scholarships for EU students enrolled in Master’s programmes
- Provides €10,000 per year per student
- Grants full tuition fee exemption
- Offers free accommodation in university residences (shared rooms)
- Includes participation in the “UniMi Ambassadors” programme for student engagement and outreach
- Selects candidates based on academic merit and CV evaluation (80% weight)
The scholarship aims to support academically strong EU students studying in Italy for the first time.
Why Choose The European Futures Scholarship?
This scholarship allows students to study in one of Italy’s top universities with financial support and additional academic opportunities.
At the University of Milan, students benefit from:
- High-quality European Master’s education
- Strong academic and research environment
- Affordable living with housing support
- Exposure to international academic networks
- Opportunities to represent the university through ambassador roles
The programme strengthens both academic growth and professional development in Europe.
European Futures Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Italy
- Host University: University of Milan (Università degli Studi di Milano)
- Scholarship Name: European Futures Scholarship
- Study Level: Master’s Degree
- Funding Type: Fully funded / Merit-based scholarship
- Award Value: €10,000 + tuition exemption + housing support
- Number of Awards: 30 scholarships
- Application Deadline: June 15, 2026
- Selection Basis: Academic merit and CV evaluation
Scholarship Benefits
The European Futures Scholarship provides:
- €10,000 annual financial grant
- Full tuition fee exemption
- Free accommodation in university residences
- Participation in UniMi Ambassador Programme
- Opportunity to represent the university in outreach activities
- Financial and academic support for Master’s study
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a EU country (outside Italy)
- Be a resident of a European Union country (excluding Italy)
- Apply for a Master’s degree programme at the University of Milan
- Obtain admission to an eligible Master’s programme
- Demonstrate strong academic merit and CV achievements
- Complete the application within the deadlines
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- Completed Master’s programme application
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- CV
- Proof of residence (EU country)
- Motivation statement (if required)
- Any additional documents requested by the university
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for an eligible Master’s programme at the University of Milan.
- Ensure you meet EU eligibility requirements.
- Submit the admission application before the deadlines.
- The university automatically considers eligible candidates for the scholarship.
- Selection is based on academic merit (CV evaluation + scoring).
- Selected students receive official scholarship confirmation.
