YBB — International students looking to pursue a master’s degree in Europe now have a new opportunity to study in Italy through the Top International Students’ Scholarship 2026 at the University of Bergamo. The scholarship is available for the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 academic years and is intended for international applicants enrolling in eligible English-taught master’s programs at the university.
The program is designed to support outstanding international students with strong academic backgrounds. For students planning to continue their postgraduate studies in Italy, this scholarship can be a valuable funding opportunity.
Quick Overview
- Scholarship Name: Top International Students’ Scholarship 2026
- Host University: University of Bergamo
- Host Country: Italy
- Degree Level: Master’s Degree
- Eligible Applicants: International students
- Scholarship Value: €8,000 per year
- Academic Intake: 2026/2027 and 2027/2028
- Application Deadline: 10 July 2026
About the Scholarship
The Top International Students’ Scholarship is a funding program offered by the University of Bergamo to attract high-achieving international students to its English-taught master’s degree programs. The scholarship is awarded based on academic excellence, with particular attention to the applicant’s GRE (Graduate Record Examination) score.
Through this scholarship, the university aims to support talented students from around the world and encourage them to pursue graduate study in Italy. The financial award can be used to help cover both tuition-related expenses and living costs during the study period.
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Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- A scholarship grant of €8,000 per year
- Funding that can be used to support tuition fees and living expenses during the master’s program in Italy
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Top International Students Scholarship 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an international student, including applicants from Indonesia and other countries outside Italy
- Hold a qualification that is valid for admission to the selected master’s degree program
- Have obtained their previous degree from an institution outside Italy
- Take the GRE Revised General Test before the application deadline
- Submit an official GRE score report
- Be under 30 years old
- Not be receiving another scholarship
- Apply to an eligible English-taught master’s program included in the scholarship scheme at the University of Bergamo
Required Documents
Applicants are generally required to prepare the following documents:
- Scholarship application form
- Passport or other valid identity document
- Academic degree certificate and transcript
- Official GRE score report
- Declaration stating that the applicant is not receiving another scholarship
- Additional supporting documents required by the university or the selected program
How to Apply
To apply for the scholarship, applicants should follow these steps:
- Choose an eligible English-taught master’s program at the University of Bergamo.
- Take the GRE through an official test center or an approved online format.
- Make sure the official GRE score is available before the deadline.
- Complete the scholarship application through the university’s official application portal.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
For detailed information: https://www.unibg.it/
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Top International Students Scholarship 2026 is 10 July 2026.
Because the scholarship requires an official GRE score, prospective applicants are encouraged to prepare early and make sure all documents are ready before the deadline.
Conclusion
For international students planning to pursue a master’s degree in Italy, the Top International Students Scholarship 2026 at the University of Bergamo offers a strong opportunity to receive financial support while studying in Europe. With an annual grant of €8,000, the scholarship can help reduce the financial burden of postgraduate study and support students in achieving their academic goals abroad.
