r/MAECIItaly

Helllloooooo,

3 weeks after i was notified as a reserve (29.7.) i got promoted to the winner (19.8.).

-for those who like to know dates xd

I applied to MAECI at the end of March, and had my interview on 6.5.

I applied to Uni of Siena in may as well and got accapted 14 days after! I think thats the fastest accaptence ever hahah, as for an other degree at the same uni i got an accaptance letter more than month and a half later.

Firstly, i dont know if i can just accept the scholarship because i didnt enroll in amy of unis mentioned in my MAECI application. I enrolled in a simmilar program but chose a different city.

Im seeking any advice i can get on that subject.

Also, as I really didnt expect to be chosen as a winner and i wanted to enroll in my uni. I payed the first rate of tuition fees, which as i understand it should be covered by MAECI. Is there anything i can do, or can i at least use MAECI for the rest of the tuition fees.

THANK YOU ALL FOR ALL YOUR HELP ALONG THE WAY!!!!!!!!!!

Hi! I’m a recipient of the MAECI Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year. I received the confirmation email and have already formally accepted the scholarship.

I wanted to ask previous MAECI scholarship recipients about the payment timeline. I understand that the scholarship is paid once you prove that you are in Italy, but approximately how long after arriving in Italy did you receive your first payment?

Any experiences from previous years would be very helpful. Thanks!

Hello everyone, for MAECI winners from these two countries, did the embassy issue an awarding letter yet? I still have not seen the ranking list published on the website yet🫪

I have a question please, does the MAECI scholarship cover student accommodation?

The results are out, and i have a question for those who know

does this mean i no longer need financial proof for visa?

Hi all, I'm a MAECI scholarship winner and will be applying with my MAECI award letter. I also need to show a financial buffer to cover living costs before my first installment arrives. My parent (sponsor) recently deposited the savings into her account, where they've only been for a few weeks, although she has a stable income. For visa purposes, is it better to leave the money in her account and provide her supporting documents, or transfer it to my account beforehand? My stress levels are through the roof, so any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

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HI I am on the waiting list for maeci algeria, how long should I wait to lose hope !

Im a MAECI scholarship recipient with a visa interview coming up in two weeks.
Even though I have the scholarship, I still need to provide proof of initial financial means. I'm feeling a bit stressed about my financial documentation and would love some advice.

My Situation:
• Funding: MAECI Scholarship (€10,800 total).

• Savings: ~$6,000 USD total

• Account A (2 months old): Used only to pay my university's first installment. Current balance is zero.

• Account B (6 months old): Has a few transactions and currently holds ~$3,000.

1- Will my relatively new bank accounts raise red flags with the consulate? Should I bring proof of where the funds originated?

2- Is it better to divide the $6k savings evenly between both accounts, or leave the funds as they are?

Any suggestions or experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I’m starting a Master’s degree at Politecnico di Milano in 2026/27 and I have been awarded a MAECI scholarship.

I’m trying to understand whether MAECI scholarship holders are exempt from paying the Polimi tuition fee.

On Polimi’s 2026/27 tuition exemption page, under “International students with a scholarship (exemption 100%)”, it says that non-EU Master’s students with a first-level qualification obtained abroad who have a scholarship from Polimi or other institutions are exempt from the all-inclusive contribution.

Does MAECI count as one of these “other institutions” scholarships?

If anyone is a MAECI scholarship holder at Polimi (especially for 2026/27), could you confirm whether you only have to pay the regional tax/other administrative fees, or if you still have to pay any tuition?

Thanks!

My study in Italy portal changed to scholarship awarded but I haven’t received the award letter yet I’m worried this will delay my visa application has anyone received it