The Italian government awards scholarships to both undergraduate and graduate students who plan to attend an accredited Italian university or college. Interested applicants must be fluent in the Italian language, except those enrolled in in Italian language courses in preparation for further study in Italy. Scholarship applicants should contact the nearest Italian diplomatic mission for information, deadlines and procedures.
Each year, the Italian government awards 80 scholarships to students studying Italian culture and language at The Italian Language School - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci. Forty are full tuition and 40 partial tuition scholarships. Students can attend classes in Florence, Rome, Milanor Siena. Interested students can learn more about the scholarships or get an application from an Italian diplomatic mission or consulate.
International and Italian students who want to study fashion, graphic or interior design at Italy's Istituto Superior di Design may apply for a scholarship that covers 50% of the school's tuition fees. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible. Application information can be found online at http://www.esteri.it/MAE/EN/Sala_Stampa/ArchivioNotizie/Approfondimenti/2010/05/20100506_BorsaStudioISD or by emailing the school directly at [email protected].