Bologna University Study Grants (ER.GO)
About this scholarship
The ER.GO study grants support students at the University of Bologna and other universities in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. ER.GO is the regional authority for the right to higher education, and its grants are need-based awards designed to ensure that talented students from lower-income backgrounds, including international students, can study without financial barriers.
The support is comprehensive for those who qualify. It includes a full tuition fee waiver, an annual cash grant of around 6,500 to 7,000 euros, free meals in the university canteens, free or heavily subsidised university housing, and access to libraries, labs, and cultural facilities. The grant runs for an academic year and is renewable on meeting credit requirements.
Eligibility is based on enrolment and means: applicants must be enrolled or enrolling in a degree programme at a participating university such as Bologna, meet the income and asset thresholds set by ER.GO (based on the ISEE and related indicators), and maintain minimum credit requirements each year. Both EU and non-EU international students can apply. You apply online through the ER.GO portal by the deadline, providing income and merit documentation. For students with financial need, it is one of the most generous regional support schemes in Italy.
Eligibility
- Enrolled or enrolling in a degree programme at a participating university such as the University of Bologna.
- Meet the income and asset thresholds set by ER.GO (based on the ISEE and related indicators).
- Maintain minimum credit requirements each year (varies by degree level).
- Open to both EU and non-EU international students.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- Annual cash grant of approximately EUR 6,500 to 7,000.
- Free university canteen meals (lunch and dinner).
- Free or heavily subsidised university housing.
- Access to libraries, labs, and cultural facilities.
Required Documents
- University of Bologna enrollment confirmation.
- ER.GO online application.
- ISEE document (income and asset declaration).
- Academic transcripts.
- Identity document or passport.
- Tax documentation from your home country.
- Residence permit (for non-EU students).
How to Apply
- Enrol in or apply to a degree programme at a university in Emilia-Romagna (such as the University of Bologna).
- Submit the ER.GO study grant application online via the er-go.it portal by the deadline.
- Provide income (ISEE) and merit documentation (confirm the current date on the official site).
Frequently asked questions
Is Bologna University Study Grants fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition waiver plus annual grant of around EUR 6,500 to 7,000; Free canteen meals and subsidised housing.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Bologna University Study Grants cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Bachelor's, Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is August 30, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Enrolled or enrolling in a degree programme at a participating university such as the University of Bologna; Meet the income and asset thresholds set by ER.GO (based on the ISEE and related indicators); Maintain minimum credit requirements each year (varies by degree level); Opeโฆ See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
