In this blog, we’ll discuss in great detail the deadlines, benefits, and eligibility for scholarships in Italy. Let’s start with a key point:
Each region in Italy has its own scholarships, and Ergo scholarships are available for certain regions or cities.

Eligible Universities

For example, if you have admission to the University of Bologna, you can apply. You can also apply if you’re studying in Parma, Ferrara, Rimini, Modena, or Reggio Emilia.

Benefits of the Scholarship

Let’s go over the benefits of the Ergo scholarship:

Scholarship Amount

The first benefit is the scholarship itself, which offers 7,600 Euros.

Accommodation Facility

If you choose to stay in the scholarship residence, you can get accommodation as well. This needs to be selected during the application process.

International Mobility Grant

If you’re a second-year student, you can apply for the international mobility grant, which allows you to study abroad for a year.

Paid Internship

You can also apply for paid internships if you’re in your second or third year, or in the second semester of your first year.

Fee Exemption

If, for any reason, your scholarship is not granted, your fees will still be waived.

Hardship Award

If you face financial difficulties during the second year, you can request the hardship award.

Who Can Apply?

Both bachelor’s and master’s students can apply for this scholarship.

Eligibility Conditions

To receive these benefits, there are two key conditions:

• Your income should be less than 10,000 Euros.
• Your property value should be less than 50,000 Euros.
  These are basic thresholds.

Required Documents

To apply, you’ll need two documents:

1. Family Registration Certificate (FRC)
2. Income Document (This is typically from your sponsor or parent).

Deadline to Apply

The scholarship call was announced on July 30th, and the deadline to apply is August 30th. If you need accommodation in Ergo Residence, the deadline is August 9th.

Rankings and Results

Once you apply, the first rankings for accommodation will be released on September 10th. If your name appears, you can appeal if needed. The final ranking will be released on September 20th.

For scholarships and fee exemptions, the first list will be released on October 14th, and the second on December 4th.

Scholarship Amount Breakdown

Scholarship amounts vary based on your income level:

• If your income is below 16,000 Euros, you will receive 7,155 Euros.
• If it’s between 16,000 and 18,000, you will receive 4,560 Euros.
• If it’s between 18,000 and 20,000, you will receive 3,788 Euros.
• If it’s between 20,000 and 25,000, you will receive 3,500 Euros.

Non-Resident vs. Resident

Non-residents, like students living outside Ergo Residence, will receive the full scholarship. Residents will receive 2,800 Euros since the cost of accommodation is deducted.

Scholarship Payment

The scholarship is paid in installments. The first payment is 50% of the total amount and is usually given by December. The second payment is made in February or March, and the final payment is made at the end of the academic year.

Credit Requirements

You must complete a certain number of credits to receive each installment.

• The first installment does not require any credits.
• For the second installment, you need 9 credits.
• For the third installment, you must complete 30 credits before August 10th.

How to Get Paid

Once your documents are submitted, the money will be deposited directly into your bank account.

Conclusion

I hope you found this blog helpful. See you in the next one!