About UNITUS Scholarships for Afghan and Iranian Women Students in Italy, 2023-24

Attention Afghan and Iranian women students! The University of Tuscia – UNITUS Scholarships for 2023-24 in Italy are now accepting applications. This scholarship program aims to support those affected by the dangerous and emergency situations in Afghanistan and Iran and help young female students exercise their right to education. The call for UNITUS for Refugees scholarships includes financial support and services to assist applicants in enrolling in bachelor’s, single-cycle, or master’s degree courses at the University of Tuscia. Apply now to start or continue your studies at UNITUS.

Short Details About UNITUS Scholarships for Afghan and Iranian Women Students in Italy, 2023-24

Host Organization: University of Tuscia (UNITUS)

Location: Viterbo, Italy

Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Single Cycle, or Master’s Degree

Number of Opportunity: N/A

Scholarships Duration: 12 Months

Funding Type: Partially Funded

Eligible Countries: Afghanistan and Iran

Gender: Female

Language Required: English/Italian

Fields: Various fields

Advantages of the UNITUS Scholarships for Afghan and Iranian Women Students in Italy, 2023-24

The University of Tuscia activates three distinct assistance measures to assist efforts for Afghan or Iranian residents interested in enrolling at the University:

• Total of € 6000 for each student (€ 500/month) for enrollment in a bachelor’s degree, single cycle degree (5 or 6 years in duration), or master’s degree offered in English or Italian during the academic year 2023–2024.

If students opt to use the Lazio Disco accommodation, they can receive a reduction of 12 monthly scholarships worth €300 each, totaling €3600, as well as exemption from paying tuition fees for the 2023-2024 academic year. However, it should be noted that they will still need to pay the regional tax and duty stamp fees, which amount to €156.

1. Total tuition fee exemption for a single course.
2. Total exemption from tuition fees for the academic year 2023–2024, minus € 156 in regional taxes and duty stamps.
3. assistance with university enrollment procedures.
4. tutoring program.
5. Services for orientation and welcome that increase inclusiveness at the university and the broader community.

Requirements of the UNITUS Scholarships for Afghan and Iranian Women Students in Italy, 2023-24

To be eligible to apply for UNITUS Scholarships for Afghan and Iranian Women Students, candidates must fulfill the conditions listed below:

• Be a female student.
• Prove a study qualification acceptable for enrolment for the academic year 2023/2024 in a bachelor’s degree program, one cycle master’s degree, or master’s degree.
• possess a residence permit issued after September 1, 2022, under Italian immigration law for subsidiary protection, political asylum, or any other temporary protection.
• Alternately, candidates should have filed their initial application for a residence permit related to political asylum prior to 1 September 2022.
• possessing citizenship in Iran or Afghanistan.

How to Apply?

1. Check if you meet the eligibility criteria, which includes being an Afghan or Iranian woman, having a high school diploma or equivalent, and meeting the admission requirements for one of the bachelor, single cycle, or master’s degree courses at the University of Tuscia.
2. Prepare the required documents, which include a copy of your passport, academic transcripts, and a motivation letter.
3. Fill out the online application form on the UNITUS website and upload the required documents.
4. Submit your application by the deadline, which is typically in May or June of each year.
5. Wait for the results to be announced. If you are selected for the scholarship, you will be notified via email and asked to provide additional documentation.
6. Accept the scholarship offer and follow the instructions provided by the University of Tuscia to complete the enrollment process.

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