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2025 STAR Undergrad Scholarships at University of Brescia

The University of Brescia in Italy has announced the STAR Undergraduate Scholarships 2025, an excellent opportunity for non-EU students looking to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Italy.

This scholarship aims to support talented students from developing countries and priority regions, offering financial assistance for their studies in the academic year 2025/2026.

Scholarship Benefits

• Annual Scholarship Amount: €6,150 per year.
• Duration: Covers the standard duration of the undergraduate course.
• Reserved Scholarships for African Students: Three scholarships will be prioritized for students from African countries.
• Tuition Fees Waived: Scholarship recipients are exempt from university fees, except for the regional tax and stamp duty (approximately €156 in the 2024/2025 academic year).
• Accommodation & Dining Benefits: Reserved university residence at subsidized rates and meal services at reduced prices.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the STAR Undergraduate Scholarships 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen and resident of a developing country as defined by Decree No. 440/2024 or priority countries listed by the Italian Agency for Cooperation (Cuba, Egypt, El Salvador, Jordan, Iraq, Kenya, Lebanon, Tunisia, Palestinian territories).
• Hold a high school diploma obtained outside the EU that:
  • Was earned after at least 12 years of schooling.
  • Qualifies for admission to undergraduate programs in the country of issuance.
  • Is recognized by the local education system and relevant authorities.
• Must be registering for the first time at an Italian university.
• Those obtaining their high school diploma by July 10, 2025, can also apply.
• Applicants with a diploma earned in less than 12 years must submit proof of at least one year of post-secondary studies.

Online Submission: Complete the application through the PICA platform at: https://pica.cineca.it/login.
Call: https://www.unibs.it/en/university/work-us/calls-and-notices/star-scholarships-applicants-non-eu-countries-enrolment-bachelors-degree-courses-ay-20252026.

Important Dates

The last date to apply for the STAR Undergraduate Scholarships 2025 at the University of Brescia is March 31, 2025. The final ranking list will be published on May 15, 2025, and selected applicants must confirm acceptance within 10 days of notification.

For applicants completing their high school diploma, the final submission deadline for qualification verification is July 10, 2025. Admission tests, if required, must be completed by July 20, 2025.