The Bocconi Graduate Merit Awards 2026/2027 are available to outstanding students applying for the first year of a Master’s of Science (MSc) programme at Bocconi University in Italy. The awards are designed to recognise applicants with exceptional academic profiles and are available to international, Italian and current Bocconi applicants.
The merit-based scholarship provides a a full fees waiver of Bocconi’s ordinary academic tuition and fees, making it one of the university’s most competitive funding opportunities for graduate students. Applicants do not need to submit a separate scholarship application because eligibility is assessed from the admission application submitted to Bocconi.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Bocconi University, Italy
- Scholarship Type: Full-Fee Scholarships
- Host Institution(s): Bocconi University, Italy
- Scholarship Worth: Up to €14,000 per year
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Postgraduate (Masters, MBA)
- Nationality: International Students
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Program Overview
The Bocconi Graduate Merit Award is offered to students enrolling in the first year of an MSc programme for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The University assesses applicants primarily on their academic achievements, while also considering the complete admission dossier submitted to the Admissions Office. The number of awards is limited and is determined by a selection committee appointed by the Rector.
The majority of awards are expected to be allocated during the earlier admission rounds, although the exact distribution of awards across rounds is determined by the selection committee.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants may be considered if they:
- Are applying for the first year of an eligible Bocconi MSc programme for the 2026/2027 academic year.
- Have an outstanding academic profile.
- Submit a complete admission application to Bocconi.
- Meet the admission requirements of their chosen Master’s programme.
The award is open to international, Italian and Bocconi candidates. A separate scholarship application is not required.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful recipients will receive a:
- 100% waiver of Bocconi’s ordinary academic tuition and fees.
- The award can be renewed for the entire legal duration of the regular MSc programme, provided the student continues to satisfy the University’s enrolment and academic requirements.
For renewal into the second year, the student must earn at least 50 credits by 10 September 2027, in addition to completing the required enrolment procedures.
The scholarship is primarily a tuition and fee waiver; it should not be presented as a general living-expenses scholarship.
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How to Apply
Applicants do not need to complete a separate application for the Bocconi Graduate Merit Award.
Instead:
- Choose an eligible Master’s programme at Bocconi University.
- Submit your application for admission through the Bocconi application system.
- Provide your complete academic and supporting information as required for admission.
- Ensure that your academic profile and overall application dossier accurately demonstrate your qualifications and achievements.
- Bocconi will automatically consider eligible applicants for the Graduate Merit Award.
- If selected, the scholarship award will be communicated together with the admission results.
- Follow the instructions in your admission result to formally accept the scholarship and complete enrolment within the specified deadline.
Application Documents
Applicants should prepare the documents required for their chosen MSc admission application. These may include:
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Personal or motivational information required by the programme.
- Proof of language proficiency, where applicable.
- Other documents specified by the selected MSc programme.
The scholarship assessment is based on the admission application and complete dossier, so applicants should ensure that their application is complete and accurately reflects their academic achievements.
Application Deadline: Not Specified (Open Annually)
