Italy Catholic University of the Sacred Heart Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholarship Program 2025
The Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholars Program 2025-2026 offers an incredible opportunity for outstanding students from the Middle East to pursue a Master’s degree in Middle Eastern Studies at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy. With a focus on academic excellence, international exchange, and cultural enrichment, this scholarship provides financial support and access to one of Europe’s top universities.
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC), founded in 1921, is one of the largest private universities in Europe and a prestigious institution in Italy, with its main campus located in Milan and additional campuses in Rome, Piacenza, Brescia, and Cremona. The university is renowned for its academic excellence, research-driven programs, and strong international outlook, offering a wide range of degrees across disciplines such as economics, humanities, law, medicine, political science, and social sciences. With a diverse student body from around the world, UCSC provides extensive support services for international students, fostering an inclusive learning environment while combining Italy’s rich cultural heritage with modern academic innovation.
Degree Level
The scholarship supports enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Middle Eastern Studies at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore for the academic year 2025-2026.
Available Subjects
Middle Eastern Studies (Master’s program)
Benefits
Each selected scholar will receive a scholarship worth EUR 12,000, which covers:
Tuition and university fees (EUR 7,500)
Contribution to travel and living expenses (EUR 4,500) paid in two installments:
EUR 2,500 by December 2025
EUR 2,000 by April 2026
This financial support ensures that students can focus fully on their academic journey without financial burdens.
Eligible Nationalities
The program is open to applicants who are citizens or residents of Middle Eastern countries, including:
Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Turkey, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, and the Palestinian National Authority.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify for the scholarship:
Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
Be a citizen or resident of a Middle Eastern country listed above.
Apply for the Master’s in Middle Eastern Studies program at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore.
Application Procedure
To apply for the Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholars Program, candidates should:
Submit an online application between July 11, 2025, and September 24, 2025.
If you graduated from an Italian university, apply via: master.unicatt.it/ammissione
If you graduated from a non-Italian university, apply via: international.unicatt.it
Indicate in the application form that you are applying for the scholarship grant.
Attach the following documents:
Copy of valid passport or proof of residency
Required documents for international student applications (as per Università Cattolica guidelines).
Only complete applications submitted within the deadline will be considered.
Why Apply?
The Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholars Program is a prestigious scholarship that not only provides generous financial aid but also fosters cultural understanding and academic collaboration between Italy and the Middle East. For ambitious students aiming to deepen their expertise in Middle Eastern Studies, this is a unique chance to study at one of Italy’s most respected universities.
