Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027 give international students a full tuition waiver plus a living allowance of up to 10,000 euros for English taught Masters programmes in Italy. The awards open only to first year applicants who submit Early Bird admission by 1 December 2026. Readers comparing other European options can also check the Maastricht University NL High Potential Scholarship.
Overview
- Host country, Italy
- Host school, Politecnico di Milano
- Level of study, Masters of Science
- Value, Full tuition waiver plus gross allowance up to 10,000 euros
- Nationality, International students
- Funded by, Politecnico di Milano
Benefits of the Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships 2027
First, every award covers full tuition fees for the academic year. Also, Platinum and Gold tiers add a yearly gross allowance of 10,000 or 8,000 euros. Plus, awards can renew for the second year if credit requirements are met. In short, the package removes the main tuition cost and adds living support for top tiers.
- Full tuition fee waiver (only small administrative fee remains)
- Gross cash allowance up to 10,000 euros on Platinum and Gold
- Possible renewal for year two based on progress
Who Should Apply
International students targeting English taught Masters in engineering, architecture or design should look here. Those needing a larger living stipend may also compare the Vienna BioCenter PhD Programme.
Eligibility Requirements
Overall, applicants must meet these points.
- International student status for first year of an English taught MSc
- Admission application plus fee paid in the Early Bird window (1 October to 1 December 2026)
- Separate scholarship form submitted by 15 December 2026 noon Italian time
- Valid English proficiency evidence by 4 March 2027
Early Bird Admission Required
Only Early Bird applicants qualify. Later rounds do not enter the scholarship pool. Students already looking at Swiss options can review the EPFL Master Excellence Fellowships.
Before you commit, the Cost calculator adds up tuition, living costs, insurance and flights for your whole study period, and shows how much a scholarship would still leave you to fund.
Required Documents
- Completed admission application for an English taught MSc
- Proof of Early Bird fee payment
- Scholarship application form via Online Services
- English language certificate (deadline 4 March 2027)
- Academic transcripts and other programme documents
How to Apply
First, identify an eligible English taught MSc programme and submit the admission application with the fee between 1 October and 1 December 2026. Next, log into Politecnico di Milano Online Services and complete the scholarship form under Benefits and Agreements by 15 December 2026 noon Italian time. Then, upload the English certificate by 4 March 2027. Applicants interested in other European Masters can also see the MESPOM Erasmus Mundus Joint Master. Official details appear on the university scholarships page.
Application Deadline
The scholarship form closes at 12:00 noon Italian time on 15 December 2026. The Early Bird admission window ends 1 December 2026. The cycle is open now.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the awards offer a strong tuition free route plus cash support for high performers. However, living costs in Milan remain significant outside the top tiers, so check other options too. Readers exploring Asian fully funded PhD routes can review the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme once published.
If you are not sure which scholarships you qualify for, the Eligibility checker compares your nationality, study level, grades and English score with each scholarship's published rules.
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