Italian Government MAECI Scholarships for Moroccan Students
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MAECI - Italian Government Scholarships (Study in Italy)
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Opportunity summary
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers annual study grants to international students and Italian citizens residing abroad. Moroccan applicants benefit from dedicated bilateral quotas fostering academic and cultural cooperation.
The scheme funds full graduate degree courses at master level (Laurea Magistrale), advanced arts and music education (AFAM), and doctoral research doctorates across public higher education institutions in Italy.
Recipients receive a monthly living allowance of €900 to support housing and maintenance expenses, university tuition fee exemptions according to individual institutional regulations, alongside comprehensive healthcare insurance.
Eligibility criteria
| Required degree | Holding the required qualification for master or doctorate |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Open to Moroccan applicants |
| Field | All fields |
| Language (teaching) | IT - level B2 (CILS/CELI) |
Eligibility criteria:
- Hold Moroccan nationality and reside in Morocco.
- Hold the required degree qualification (bachelor's for master, master's for PhD).
- Be under 28 years old for master programmes or under 30 years old for PhD studies.
- Demonstrate B2 proficiency in Italian or English depending on the language of instruction.
Benefits and funding
- Monthly living stipend of €900 paid in quarterly installments.
- Exemption from university tuition fees in public institutions.
- Comprehensive medical and accident insurance coverage across Italian territory.
Required documents
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How to apply, step by step
- Select your master or doctoral course on the Italian universities portal.
- Register on the official Study in Italy platform and complete the application.
- Upload your transcripts, language certificates and study plan before the deadline.
- Undergo joint evaluation by the bilateral committee for scholar selection.
- Complete pre-enrolment on Universitaly and lodge your student visa application.
Applications must be submitted exclusively online via the official Study in Italy portal of the Italian Foreign Ministry.
Important dates
| Submission deadline | Closed on 26/03/2026 |
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Deadline history
- 07/10/2026 : - → 26/03/2026
- 07/10/2026 : 26/03/2026 → 15/06/2026