Scholarships for International Students
The University of Palermo offers various financial support opportunities for international students: below is a list of scholarships funded by the University or other institutions.
ERSU Scholarship
The University of Palermo, together with ERSU (the regional body for right to study), offers to international students a variety of financial aid: scholarships, exemptions, reduction of fees and other forms of concession.
ERSU scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit and family economic situation.The scholarship offers facilities such as a university tuition fee waiver, accommodation from 1st October to end of July, meals free of charge at the university canteens, plus some possible additional assistance in cash. The call for application is usually announced mid-July on Ersu website.
ERSU gives students the possibility to benefit of hospitality service in its residences for short periods. Those who are interested in having a bed – for maximum 90 days - in one of E.R.S.U. university residences can check ERSU website. The service is subject to charges.
Administered by the Regional Agency for the Right to Education (ERSU), these scholarships are awarded based on income and merit. Benefits include:
• Financial support;
• Accommodation in university residences;
• Access to subsidized dining services
Other Scholarship
UNIPA also provides scholarships often in collaboration with regional, national, and global organizations. These opportunities include:
• Tuition fee waivers: Full or partial exemptions from tuition fees.
• Living grants: Financial support for living expenses during studies.
The most benefits and scholarships are awarded through a competitive application process.
Just Peace Scholarship
The University of Palermo issues a notice of 20 scholarships for students from Palestine, Ukraine, and other war-torn countries enrolled in on-campus Bachelor/Master's degree programs.
For more details: Segreterie Studenti | Segreterie Studenti | Università degli Studi di Palermo
MAECI Scholarship
Grants for foreign and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government (for non-EU students requiring a visa)
- Italian Government Scholarships are awarded every year to promote the Italian System of Higher Education:
- Grants for foreign citizens and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government
- All the information to registration and submission of the application are available at the following links:
- Students with international protection
- Grants for foreign citizens and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government
CRUI Scholarship
100 scholarships from the Ministry of the Interior-CRUI for refugee students