Country Italy
Level undergraduate, masters, phd, postdoc, fellowship, short-course
Organization Sapienza University of Rome
Field All fields, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Funding unknown Overview
Sapienza University of Rome, established in 1303, offers a wide array of funding opportunities for international students pursuing Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, and postgraduate programs. These opportunities include merit-based scholarships, study abroad funding, accommodation support, student collaboration grants, research scholarships, various reimbursements, and welfare programs. The university welcomes students from over 100 countries.
Coverage
The scholarships and funding opportunities vary significantly:
* 100 Scholarships for Students with Care Responsibilities or Vulnerable Circumstances: Provides €1,000.
* Reimbursement of Professional Psychological Counselling and Psychotherapy Services: Up to €1,000 for eligible services.
* Study Materials Reimbursement: Up to €500 for eligible educational expenses.
* Accommodation at Sapienza University Residences: Offers free beds in double rooms, with the number of places varying per call.
* IUPALS (Italian Universities for Palestinian Students): Provides tuition fee exemption, accommodation, meals, and health insurance.
* Regional Scholarships and Housing (DiscoLazio): Benefits and housing support are determined by the annual DiscoLazio call.
* Grant for Rental and Healthcare Costs: Financial support for rental expenses and healthcare costs for eligible students.
* International Thesis Scholarship: Offers €2,821 gross for a research period of at least two consecutive months abroad.
* International Post-degree Scholarship: Provides €1,290 per month for 6 to 12 months for advanced courses or post-degree training abroad.
* Student-Collaboration Scholarships: Successful applicants receive €1,295 for 150 hours of work, or a tax-free grant of €1,500 for activities supporting students with disabilities.
* Other opportunities like Research and Working Scholarships, Worthy Students Scholarships, and #100ragazzeSTEM scholarships have varying amounts and benefits as specified in their individual calls.
Eligibility
These opportunities are generally open to international students from various countries, including Ethiopia. Specific eligibility criteria apply to each program:
* 100 Scholarships: Open to parents, caregivers, young caregivers, care leavers, victims of gender-based violence, terrorism, or organised crime.
* IUPALS: For students residing in the Palestinian Territories.
* Regional Scholarships: For students enrolled at Sapienza who meet the DiscoLazio criteria.
* International Thesis Scholarship: For students in at least the first year of a two-year Master's degree or the last/second-to-last year of a single-cycle degree program.
* International Post-degree Scholarship: For Sapienza graduates seeking advanced courses or post-degree training abroad.
* Student-Collaboration Scholarships: For students enrolled beyond their first year.
* #100ragazzeSTEM Scholarship: For outstanding women studying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
* Other scholarships have specific academic, residency, or economic requirements detailed in their respective official calls.
Requirements
* Applicants must carefully read the official call for each specific scholarship or funding opportunity, as requirements vary.
* For reimbursements, documented expenses are necessary.
* International Thesis research must be conducted abroad for at least two consecutive months.
* International Post-degree selection is based on qualifications and examinations.
* Student-Collaboration involves 150 hours of work.
* Not clearly stated for all opportunities.
How to apply
* To apply, students must visit the official Sapienza University Scholarships page and consult the specific official call for the opportunity they are interested in.
* Application procedures and deadlines are established in each individual call.
* For regional scholarships and housing, applications are managed through DiscoLazio.
Notes
Scholarship payments are typically suspended during December and January due to administrative procedures. This information is a guide; always refer to the official Sapienza University website and the relevant scholarship call for the most accurate and up-to-date details before applying.
