Ambitious students planning to pursue a world-class master’s degree in Europe now have a major funding opportunity on the table. Bocconi University in Italy has officially opened its prestigious Graduate Merit Awards for the 2026–27 academic year, offering full tuition waivers to exceptional first-year MSc applicants from around the globe.
This highly competitive award reflects Bocconi’s commitment to making its internationally ranked graduate programs accessible to top academic performers regardless of nationality. Funded through the university’s own resources and generous contributions from alumni, private donors, and foundations, the Bocconi Graduate Merit Award recognizes outstanding academic profiles and strong admission dossiers.
Designed for first-year master’s students enrolling in Bocconi MSc programs for the 2026–2027 academic year, the scholarship is awarded purely on merit and is automatically considered during the admissions evaluation process. No separate scholarship application is required, making it one of the most streamlined high-value funding opportunities available in Europe today.
A Fully Funded Academic Advantage: Financial Coverage
This merit-based award is structured to remove one of the biggest barriers to studying at a top European business university — tuition cost. Successful candidates gain access to a comprehensive tuition waiver that covers the ordinary academic fees at Bocconi.
What the Bocconi Graduate Merit Award covers:
- 100% waiver of Bocconi ordinary academic tuition fees
- Full coverage applied directly to the tuition account
- Renewable funding for the standard duration of the MSc program if merit requirements are met
- Possible conversion into a named donor scholarship during the academic year
- Potential networking and engagement opportunities with scholarship donors and university partners
The scholarship applies specifically to first-year MSc students admitted for the 2026–2027 academic intake. Students enrolled in the MSc in Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance (joint degree with Politecnico di Milano) may also receive an equivalent Cyber Partnership Scholarship under similar funding conditions.
The exact number of awards available is not publicly specified, and allocations vary by admission round. However, the majority of merit awards are typically distributed in the earliest admission rounds, making early application strategically advantageous.
Who Stands a Chance: Eligibility Required to Apply
This scholarship targets high-achieving students from across the world who demonstrate strong academic performance and a competitive admission profile. Candidates are automatically evaluated during the admission review.
Applicants eligible for the Bocconi Graduate Merit Award must:
- Apply for and secure admission to a Bocconi MSc program for the 2026–2027 academic year
- Be among the top academic applicants (international, Italian, or Bocconi graduates)
- Submit a complete admission dossier including transcripts, CV, and required documents
- Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and overall profile strength
- Enroll in the same admission round and program for which the award is granted
Selection is carried out by a dedicated university committee appointed by Bocconi leadership, and decisions regarding recipients and number of awards are final.
Application Timeline and Important Deadline
There is no separate scholarship deadline for the Bocconi Graduate Merit Awards 2026–27. Candidates are automatically considered when they apply for admission to an eligible MSc program at Bocconi University for the 2026–2027 academic year.