Galilean School of Higher Education Scholarships

The Scuola Galileiana di Studi Superiori (Galilean School of Higher Education) is the University of Padua's school of excellence that combines traditional university education with special in-house courses comprising seminars and lectures by renowned international visiting professors. International students admitted to the Galilean School's master program attend both course units at the University of Padua and internal courses of the Galilean School. The scholarship package provides comprehensive support for international students including free board and accommodation at University of Padova canteens and residences, reimbursement of documented expenses such as books and study trips, a €2,500 grant, and one round trip ticket from/to the student's home country (up to €1,500) per academic year. Students also receive language courses and personal study and career tutoring. Eligible applicants must hold or expect to obtain a Bachelor's degree, be admitted or eligible for admission to a Master's degree program at the University of Padua, and be under 25 years of age at the time of application. The selection process involves a profile evaluation phase followed by an interview for candidates who advance to the second phase.