European University Institute
المعهد الجامعي الأوروبي (European University Institute)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, Italy, is an international institution for graduate studies and research in economics, history, law, and political and social sciences, offering a doctoral program usually funded for four years through member-state grants or EUI grants for certain nationalities. Funding eligibility depends on nationality, and you apply with a research proposal to one of the departments.
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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European University Institute (EUI) PhD Research Fellowship in Social & Political Sciences
PhDFully Funded8 majorsJanuary 15, 2027
Life and living
Florence · Italy
Life and living
Florence · Italy
Living in Florence
Birthplace of the Renaissance and capital of Tuscany, an art-filled university city home to the University of Florence and the European University Institute.
Student housing
A single student room costs about EUR 500–550 a month and a bed in a double about EUR 400 (2023 data); DSU Toscana offers dorm places to eligible students through an annual call.
Transport for students
An annual pass for University of Florence students on Autolinee Toscane buses and tram costs EUR 50 or 65 depending on income, instead of EUR 278.70.
Top landmarks
Florence Cathedral (Duomo)
Gary Campbell-Hall · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Uffizi Gallery
Arek N. · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Ponte Vecchio
Ingo Mehling · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:ISTATLa Nazione – Student rents in Florence (2023)University of Florence – Student transport pass
Studying and living in Italy
Costs and living
Fees at public universities depend on income: for example, at the University of Milan a non-EU student whose family lives abroad pays a first instalment of €146 (2026/27), then a second instalment set by the income bracket of their country. Private universities charge much more. For the visa you must show at least €10,179.85 a year (2026/27) plus the cost of a return ticket. Main funding sources: MAECI scholarships (€1,200 a month in 2026/27), Invest Your Talent in Italy (€10,800 plus a tuition waiver) and regional DSU grants (national minimum €7,171 a year for off-site students in 2026/27, with free housing and meals).
Working while studying
Holders of a study residence permit may work up to 20 hours a week, with a cap of 1,040 hours a year. After a bachelor's or master's degree, the study permit can be converted into a one-year permit to look for work, and then into a work permit once a job is found.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in ItalyFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: National monthly grant for 3 years, Fourth year funded by the EUI.
The latest deadline we have is January 15, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: CV, Research proposal in English or French (max. 2,500 words incl. footnotes and a short bibliography; Economics: research statement of max. 1,500 words), Transcripts of all university degrees with courses, grades and final result, English proficiency certificate (mandatory for Law, History, Political and Social Sciences, Economics), GRE score report (Economics department only), ID or passport copy.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.eui.eu/en/services/academic-service/doctoral-programme. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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