Regional study grant (DSU) – Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO) 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇮🇹 Italy · Offered by ER.GO (Bologna, Modena, Parma, Ferrara) · For Bachelor's, Master's, PhD applicants.

Updated 10 November 2026 · Researched from the sources listed at the end. Confirm current details on the official website before you apply.

Country: 🇮🇹 Italy
Provider: ER.GO (Bologna, Modena, Parma, Ferrara)
Degree levels: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Funding: Need-based regional grant: cash scholarship, housing, meals and tuition exemption.
Deadline: Annual ER.GO call usually Jul–Sep; the 2027–28 call is expected around Jul 2027.
Expected opening: Expected Jul 2027
Duration: One year at a time, renewable with enough credits.
Professor contact: Not required to apply.

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About the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO)

Need-based grants and housing for students at universities in Emilia-Romagna, open to international students. Apply to ER.GO with proof of family income.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Students (including non-EU) enrolled at universities in Emilia-Romagna (Bologna, Modena–Reggio, Parma, Ferrara) who meet the income limits.

Academic requirements

Enrolment in a degree programme in Emilia-Romagna; merit requirements from the second year.

Language requirements

None beyond the programme.

What the scholarship covers

Need-based regional grant: cash scholarship, housing, meals and tuition exemption.

Tuition: Full tuition exemption for winners.
Stipend and benefits: Up to about EUR 6,000–8,000 per year for off-site students.
Duration: One year at a time, renewable with enough credits.

Deadline and opening date

Annual ER.GO call usually Jul–Sep; the 2027–28 call is expected around Jul 2027.

Expected opening: Expected Jul 2027.

Required documents

ER.GO online application
ISEE Parificato
Legalised and translated family income/property documents
Enrolment proof
Passport

How to apply

Prepare the ISEE Parificato (start documents in May–June) and apply on the ER.GO portal by the call deadline.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO)?

Students (including non-EU) enrolled at universities in Emilia-Romagna (Bologna, Modena–Reggio, Parma, Ferrara) who meet the income limits. Enrolment in a degree programme in Emilia-Romagna; merit requirements from the second year.

What does the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO) cover?

Need-based regional grant: cash scholarship, housing, meals and tuition exemption. Up to about EUR 6,000–8,000 per year for off-site students.

What is the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO) deadline?

Annual ER.GO call usually Jul–Sep; the 2027–28 call is expected around Jul 2027. Expected opening: Expected Jul 2027.

Is IELTS required for the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO)?

None beyond the programme.

Do I need a supervisor or professor's acceptance for the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO)?

Not required to apply.

How do I apply for the Regional study grant (DSU): Emilia-Romagna (ER.GO)?