University of Florence PEGASO PhD Scholarships 2026 in Italy
Posted July 23, 2026
About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The University of Florence offers the PEGASO PhD Scholarships, a three-year fully funded doctoral program with a scholarship value of €16,243 per year. This program is supported by the Tuscany Region through the PR ESF 2021–2027 program under the Giovanisì initiative. The scholarships are available for both international and Italian students, providing generous financial assistance, research funding, and international mobility opportunities. The University of Florence is one of Italy's leading public universities, recognized for its research excellence and international collaborations. The PEGASO PhD Scholarships aim to develop highly qualified researchers and strengthen academic excellence in Italy. The program provides opportunities for international research collaboration, professional development, and transferable skills training. Students will have access to world-class research facilities and experienced faculty members across a wide range of academic disciplines. The scholarships support multiple doctoral programs offered by the University of Florence, with available research fields varying by department. The official PhD call lists the available research fields, and applicants can select their preferred PhD program during the application process.
Benefits
- Annual scholarship of €16,243
- Monthly scholarship payments
- 50% increase in scholarship during approved research periods abroad
- Research budget worth at least 10% of the annual scholarship
- One-time financial support of up to €5,000 for eligible international students
- Three years of funded doctoral education
- Opportunities for international research collaboration
- Professional development and transferable skills training
- Access to world-class research facilities
Eligibility
- Hold or expect to obtain a Master's degree or equivalent qualification before enrollment
- Meet the admission requirements for the selected PhD program
- Possess academic qualifications recognized as equivalent to the required Italian degree
- Submit all required application documents before the deadline
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of €30
- Be prepared to enroll as a full-time PhD student if selected
- Open to international students
- Open to Italian students
Required Documents
- Completed online application
- Master's degree certificate or expected graduation proof
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal (if required)
- Passport or national ID
- Degree equivalency documents (for international applicants, if applicable)
- Any additional documents required by the selected PhD program
How to Apply
- Select your preferred PhD program through the official University of Florence application portal
- Complete the online application form and upload all required documents
- Pay the €30 application fee and review your application carefully
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application
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