🇮🇹 Sapienza University of Rome Opens 300+ Fully Funded Scholarships for 2025-2026
Europe’s largest public university is now taking applications for its 41st PhD cycle. More than 300 scholarships—spread across 92 doctoral programs—are on offer. If you hold (or will soon hold) a master’s degree, here is your chance to research in the heart of Rome with all major costs covered.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Sapienza University of Rome |
| Intake | PhD Cycle 41 (2025/2026) |
| Scholarships available | ≈ 300 (including international quotas) |
| Program length | 3 years |
| Application fee | €30 per program (non-refundable) |
| Deadline | 19 June 2025, 23:59 CEST |
Scholarship Package
- Annual stipend: €16,243 (gross)
- Research abroad bonus: +50 % stipend for up to 18 months
- Top international award: extra €19,800 for the best foreign candidates
- Research budget: 10 % of each scholarship reserved for project expenses
Who Can Apply?
- Applicants of any nationality
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) completed by 31 October 2025
- Strong academic record and a research proposal aligned with the chosen doctoral school
Recommended: Study in Italy for Free: IUPALS Scholarship 2025-2026 at the University of Parma
What Can You Study?
1. Sciences & Medicine
- Medical Molecular Medicine (13 scholarships)
- Neurosciences (12 scholarships)
- Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Genetics, Immunology, and related fields
2. Humanities & Social Sciences
- Archaeology (12 Sapienza-funded places)
- Civilisations of Asia and Africa
- Sociology, Philosophy, Psychology, Linguistics, History
3. Engineering & Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science (12 scholarships)
- Automation, Informatics, Civil, Aerospace Engineering
4. Arts & Design
- Music and Performing Arts
- Architecture and City Construction
- Service Design for the Public Sector
Full program list: see the official call.
How to Apply
- Choose your program(s). You may apply for more than one doctorate, but each requires a separate €30 fee.
- Prepare documents. Typical items include CV, research proposal, academic transcripts, and reference letters.
- Submit online via Sapienza’s PhD portal (English interface available):
https://phd.uniroma1.it/application/publicInfoDottorati41.aspx - Meet the deadline. All materials must be uploaded by 19 June 2025.
Why Sapienza?
- Research powerhouse: consistently ranked among Europe’s top universities for scientific output.
- Historic campus: study minutes from the Colosseum and Vatican archives.
- Global community: 7,000+ international students and multiple joint-degree agreements.
Final Tip
Competition is intense—draft a clear, concise research proposal that matches Sapienza’s expertise. Gather transcripts, English or Italian language certificates, and supervisor contacts well before June. Submit early to avoid last-minute website traffic.
A funded doctorate in Rome is within reach—start your application today.
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