Istituto Marangoni has officially opened applications for its Early Talent Scholarship for the Autumn 2026 intake, a major opportunity for international students aiming to enter the world of fashion, design, art, luxury business, and creative communication. This competitive scholarship will remain available until February 15, 2026, giving aspiring creatives from around the world a chance to secure financial support and begin their studies at one of Istituto Marangoni’s global campuses.
This article guides you through everything you need to know about the scholarship: what it offers, who can apply, eligible courses, and the important deadline you must not miss.
The Early Talent Scholarship initiative is open across six major creative hubs: Milano · Milano Design · Firenze · Paris · London · Dubai. This scholarship is designed to attract exceptional talent in fashion, design, art, business, and communication, giving students the chance to reduce their tuition fees and access world-class training in globally recognized creative industries.
What the Scholarship Offers?
The Early Talent Scholarship provides a tuition-fee deduction for eligible Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and select Professional programmes. Note that the enrolment fee is not covered and must be paid by all recipients.
Scholarship Deduction Amounts by Campus
- European Schools (Milano, Firenze, Paris): Up to €5,000 tuition reduction
- London School: Up to £5,000 tuition reduction
- Dubai School: Up to AED 20,000 for long courses, and up to AED 5,000 for professional courses
These financial awards significantly reduce the cost burden for international students who wish to study at one of Europe’s and the Middle East’s premier design and fashion institutes.
Eligible Courses for 2026–2027
A wide portfolio of creative programmes is available under the Early Talent Scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year, giving students at different educational stages the opportunity to begin or advance their studies at Istituto Marangoni.
At the undergraduate level, eligible applicants may choose from Foundation Courses, designed for beginners seeking essential preparation; One Year Intensive Courses, ideal for fast-tracked learning; Undergraduate Progression Courses, which bridge academic gaps for students transitioning into higher studies; and the renowned Three-Year / BA (Hons) degrees that build full professional expertise in creative fields. For postgraduate applicants, the scholarship supports a wide range of Master’s Programmes, catering to emerging professionals aiming to specialize at an advanced level.
Additionally, the Dubai Campus extends eligibility to its exclusive Professional Courses, which are short-focused programmes crafted for skill-building in specific creative industries. Across all campuses, these courses span disciplines such as fashion design, fashion styling, luxury brand management, interior and product design, visual communication, textiles, art direction, and other creative specializations, ensuring that students can pursue a path that matches their passion and career aspirations within one of the world’s leading creative education institutions.
Eligibility Checks for the Early Talent Scholarship
Applicants must meet the following basic requirements:
General Eligibility
- Must apply for an eligible Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or Professional programme starting in Autumn 2026.
- Must demonstrate strong academic or creative potential aligned with the chosen programme.
- Must complete the full application process, including submission of required documents, creative portfolios (if applicable), and interviews where required.
- Must be accepted into one of the participating Istituto Marangoni campuses.
Apply: https://www.istitutomarangoni.com/en/admission/scholarships/autumn-2026-scholarships
Last Date To Apply!
All candidates applying for Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Professional courses under the Early Talent Scholarship must finalize their application by February 15, 2026.