Regional Scholarships (DSU)

Need-based benefits (cash + hostel + meals + tuition reduction/waiver). Rules vary by region.

Info verified against official regional pages (latest check: Feb 3, 2026). Always confirm on the official “Bando/Call”.

Cash Benefit

Amounts vary by region & status (in-seat/commuter/out-of-town).

Meals / Canteen

Free or discounted meals (often included for scholarship winners).

Tuition Reduction

Regional DSU usually includes tuition reduction/waiver, but rules differ by university/region.

Financial Freedom

DSU Value Calculator 💶

Quick estimate: enter your typical university fee to see “cash + fee savings”. (Hostel/meals value is not included in the total below.)

*Hostel availability is limited. If you get a place, you may save thousands per year (city dependent).
YOUR TOTAL ESTIMATE

€9,500

PER YEAR (EST.)
Cash (Example) €7,000
Fee Savings €2,500
Note: official cash amounts can be higher/lower depending on region, ISEE/ISEEU, and student status.
Most important rule

Every region publishes a yearly “Bando/Call for Applications”. Deadlines change every year. Use the official links inside each region below and always follow the latest Bando.

📜 Required Documents from Pakistan

For most regions, foreign-income students need Italian translation + MOFA attestation + Italian Embassy legalization. Some regions also require CAF calculation in Italy (ISEE/ISEEU “parificato”).

NADRA
FRC (Family Cert)

FRC (by birth) listing you + parents (and siblings if required by the region/CAF).

FBR / Local Office
Income Proof

If filer: FBR return/IT certificate. If non-filer: income affidavit + supporting evidence as required by your region/CAF.

Revenue Office
Property / Assets

Property/assets certificate for family unit. If none, request a “No Property” statement (where available) + affidavit.

MOFA & Embassy
Legalization

Translate to Italian → MOFA attestation → Legalize at Italian Embassy/Consulate (as required by the region).

📍 Select Your Region (A-Z Guide)

Click the region of your university. Each region has its own official portal + yearly Bando.

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (typically July → early September). Always confirm on the official “Scadenze/Bandi” page.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Register/Apply online: when the Bando opens (often July).
  • 2 Declare foreign income: choose the option for students with foreign income (follow the Bando wording).
  • 3 After arrival: many foreign-income students do the “ISEE/ISEEU parificato” via a CAF in Italy (as requested by the Bando).
  • 4 Upload/submit documents: follow the ER.GO dossier instructions and deadlines inside the Bando.

Important: Lazio deadlines can be earlier than other regions. Check the latest “Bando Diritto allo Studio”.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Apply on time: apply as soon as the portal opens (dates are in the Bando).
  • 2 Foreign income docs: follow the Bando’s instructions for foreign documentation (upload / integration / additional steps).
  • 3 Consular legalization: Lazio is generally strict—prepare documents perfectly and legalized if required.
  • 4 University notes: some universities add additional steps/fees; always follow your university’s DSU page + LazioDisco Bando.

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (often July–September depending on the institution). Check the official DSU/Region pages.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Find the correct portal: Milan institutions usually publish DSU info on their official student pages; Pavia uses EDiSU Pavia.
  • 2 Apply online: within the Bando period for your institution.
  • 3 Foreign income verification: you may need foreign docs + CAF/ISEE-equivalent steps (depends on institution).
  • 4 Bring originals: keep originals legalized and ready for any in-person verification.

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (often late Aug → early Sept). Always confirm in the yearly Bando.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Online access: EDISU uses online identity (SPID/CIE). International students often use a temporary access procedure.
  • 2 Apply online: within the Bando window.
  • 3 Docs & legalization: prepare legalized foreign documentation if required.
  • 4 CAF step (if requested): some students must do ISEE/ISEEU “parificato” after arrival—follow the Bando instructions.

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (recent calls often end around September). Check the official Bando PDF on ADISURC.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Register: apply via their online portal during the Bando window.
  • 2 Uploads: many cases require uploading scanned legalized docs (follow the Bando).
  • 3 After arrival: keep originals ready for checks/verification.

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (calls are typically published in summer). Always check the DSU Toscana “Borsa di studio” page.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Apply online: via DSU Toscana student portal in the Bando window.
  • 2 Foreign income: fill the foreign section and follow documentation requirements.
  • 3 CAF step: if required, do ISEE/ISEEU “parificato” after arrival via CAF (as instructed).

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (recent calls opened in June and closed in July). Each ERSU has its own portal + dates.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Choose your ERSU: Palermo/Catania/Messina have separate websites and procedures.
  • 2 Apply online: within the published Bando window.
  • 3 Keep docs perfect: legalized docs are commonly required for foreign-income verification.

Note: Some universities integrate DSU benefits inside their own portals. Always follow the official student pages + regional ESU instructions.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Check your university: Padua often provides its own detailed DSU/ISEE-equivalent instructions.
  • 2 Apply: via the official portal indicated for your campus (university/ESU).
  • 3 Foreign docs: prepare legalized documents and follow any CAF/ISEE-equivalent steps if requested.

Deadline (a.y. 2026/27): TBA (recent call window was roughly mid-June → end of July). Check ALiSEO “Riepilogo scadenze / Bando”.
Official Links:
Process (typical):
  • 1 Apply online: through the ALiSEO student portal during the Bando window.
  • 2 ISEEU/Parificato: foreign-income students may need an ISEEU “parificato” via approved CAF/CAAF (as indicated by ALiSEO).
  • 3 Keep originals ready: legalization and originals may be requested for checks.

Confused about Legalization?

The “Embassy Legalization / Foreign income documents” step is where most students get stuck. I can guide you on what to prepare, what to translate, and how to organize the file for your region.

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