How does the scholarship for Italy work, especially regarding the family income criteria and full funding?
Yes, Italy offers a major government-backed scholarship for international students based on financial need, called the DSU (Diritto allo Studio Universitario). Eligibility is determined by your family's income and assets, assessed through the ISEE (Indicatore della Situazione Economica Equivalente) or ISEE Parificato for non-EU students.
To qualify for full funding:
- Family ISEE must be below €26,888
- Family property value (ISPE) below €58,452
If eligible, you may receive:
- Full tuition waivers
- Free or subsidized university accommodation
- Free or discounted meals
- Annual cash grants of €2,000 - €6,000 (varies by region)
- Additional living stipends in some cases
These criteria and amounts are subject to change and may vary by region. The DSU aims to cover most study and living costs for students with genuine financial need.
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