Politecnico Milano Merit Based International Scholarships for Master's Study

Politecnico di Milano awards merit-based scholarships each year to high-achieving international students admitted to a Master of Science programme starting in either the first or second semester.

The scholarships cover tuition fees for the full academic year and, depending on the type, include a cash grant or accommodation. Awards are competitive and tied to the programme and campus you apply for.

• Host: Politecnico Milano, Italy
• Level: Master of Science (MSc)
• Study destination: Milan and other campuses in Italy
• Deadlines: 13 June 2024 (first semester) and 15 July 2024 (second semester)
• Awards: Number not specified
• What is covered: Tuition fee exemption plus grants of 2,500€–10,000€ gross or accommodation

Politecnico Milano in Italy

Eligible Master’s degree programmes are specified under each type of scholarship (see Eligibility below).

International students

Every Merit Based International Scholarship includes exemption from tuition fees for the entire academic year for which it is assigned.

Depending on the scholarship type, students also receive a grant of 2,500€–10,000€ gross or accommodation. Other inclusions are detailed in the eligibility section.

Not specified

Platinum (10.000€ gross) and Gold Scholarships (8.000€ gross)

Open to all international students who apply to enrol* in the first year of a Master of Science taught in English at one of the Milanese campuses – either Leonardo or Bovisa – for the academic year 2024-2025.

Gold Polo di Cremona Scholarship (5.000€ gross)

Open to all international students who apply to enrol* in the first year of a Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering or Music and Acoustic Engineering taught in English at Polo di Cremona for the academic year 2024-2025.

Gold “Morigi” Polo di Piacenza Scholarship consists of a slot in a double room in the accommodation Collegio Morigi, inclusive of breakfast and one other meal from Monday to Friday. (from 11.9.2024 until 31.7.2025 for students enrolling in the first semester; – from 10.2.2025 for students enrolling in the second semester.) In the month of August students will be able to leave only their luggage in the accommodation. During the Christmas and Easter Breaks, Collegio Morigi will be running only its accommodation service.

Open to all international students who apply to enrol* in the first year of a Master of Science in Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design or Energy Engineering-Renewables and Environmental Sustainability taught in English at Polo di Piacenza for the academic year 2024-2025.

Gold Polo di Piacenza Scholarships (2.500€ gross)

Open to all international students who apply to enrol in the first year of a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering – Mechatronics for Manufacturing taught in English at Polo di Piacenza for the academic year 2024-2025.

Silver Polo di Cremona, Lecco, Mantova, Piacenza Scholarships consist of exemption from tuition fees payment for the entire academic year which they are assigned for.

Open to all international students who apply to enrol* in the first year of a Master of Science taught in English at Polo di Cremona, Polo di Lecco, Polo di Mantova or Polo di Piacenza for the academic year 2024-2025.

* Enrollment application implies having paid the application fee.

Applications are currently closed.

Apply for the Merit Based International Scholarships through the dedicated section on the Online Services, following this path: Benefits and Agreements > Economic benefits > Scholarships for International Master of Science Students a.y. 2024-2025.

In the portal, upload a file answering the following motivational questions:

• What makes you an outstanding student besides your grades? (max. 200 words);
• Write a brief statement explaining why you are interested in pursuing a MSc in Politecnico di Milano in the chosen programme and how this scholarship will help you achieve your academic and career goals. (max. 500 words).

For the first semester starting September 2024, there are 3 rounds:

First timeframe: from 15 January 2024 and until noon (Italian time) on 1 March 2024;
Second timeframe: from 8 April 2024 and until noon (Italian time) on 30 April 2024;
Third timeframe: from 6 May 2024 and until noon (Italian time) on 13 June 2024.

Note: All unawarded students who applied during the previous two timeframes will be considered in the third timeframe too, unless they had previously cancelled their application.

For the second semester starting from February 2025, there is a Fourth timeframe: from 17 June 2024 and until noon (Italian time) on 15 July 2024.

It is important to read the 2024-2025 Call for Applications and visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form, to know the email address to send the application to, and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

• Who can apply for these scholarships? International students who apply to enrol in the first year of an eligible Master of Science programme taught in English at the specified campuses for the 2024-2025 academic year.
• What does the scholarship cover? All awards include tuition fee exemption for the academic year. Depending on the type, you also get a grant of 2,500€–10,000€ gross or accommodation at Collegio Morigi.
• What are the application deadlines? For the first semester starting September 2024, the final deadline is 13 June 2024 at noon Italian time. For the second semester starting February 2025, the deadline is 15 July 2024 at noon Italian time.
• How do I apply? Submit your application through the Online Services portal under Benefits and Agreements > Economic benefits > Scholarships for International Master of Science Students a.y. 2024-2025. You must upload answers to two motivational questions.
• Is there an application fee? Yes, an enrollment application implies having paid the application fee.

• Read the official Call for Applications carefully before starting your application.
• Prepare your motivational answers in advance, keeping within the word limits.
• Check that you meet the English language and programme requirements for your chosen course.
• Submit well before the noon deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.