Students can apply for the scholarship provided by the Agenzia Regionale Diritto allo Studio Universitario – DSU is the agency for the University Study Right of the Tuscany Regional Council (Regione Toscana).
A DSU grant includes
Who can apply
Students planning to enroll or already enrolled in a Degree program at the University of Pisa, if they do not already have a qualification of the same level of education.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | DSU Toscana Scholarship |
| University | University of Pisa, Italy |
| Funding Type | Need-Based / Fully Funded Support |
| Eligible Programs | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD (with some exceptions), and selected Specialization Programs |
| Who Can Apply | Italian, EU, and Non-EU students enrolling or already enrolled at the University of Pisa |
| Tuition Fees | Full exemption from university tuition fees |
| Accommodation | Free university accommodation or housing support |
| Meals | Free meals in DSU university canteens |
| Additional Benefits | Financial allowance for books, sports activities, and other living expenses |
| Selection Criteria | Family income and economic status (first year); academic merit also considered for renewals |
| Application Method | Online through DSU Toscana “Sportello Studente” portal |
| Application Period | Usually opens in July each year |
| Scholarship Duration | One academic year (renewable upon meeting requirements) |
| Documents Required | Family income proof, family composition, property/assets information, identity documents, and translated/legalized documents for Non-EU applicants |
| Ranking Publication | Provisional ranking: End of September; Final ranking: End of November |
| Reapplication | Required every academic year |
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