University of Pavia CICOPS Scholarships 2026 in Italy (Fully Funded)

About

The University of Pavia CICOPS Scholarships 2026 offer a fully funded research opportunity for visiting scholars from developing countries to collaborate on joint research projects at the University of Pavia, Italy. Administered by the Committee for International Cooperation and Development (CICOPS) and EDiSU, this program fosters academic partnerships by inviting junior and senior researchers to work with university professors for 4 to 12 weeks. With no application fee, the scholarship supports scholars in advancing their research while experiencing Pavia’s rich academic environment.

Scholarship Details

• Organization: University of Pavia and EDiSU (Institute of the Right to University Studies)
• Program Type: Short-Term Research Visit
• Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
• Eligible Nationalities: Citizens of developing countries (per World Bank classification: low, lower-middle, and upper-middle income economies)
• Host Country: Italy
• Location: University of Pavia, Pavia
• Duration: 4 to 12 weeks
• Program Periods: January 12 – July 24, 2026, or September 7 – December 18, 2026
• Number of Awards: 6 scholarships
• Application Deadline: May 31, 2025

Financial Benefits

The CICOPS Scholarship provides comprehensive support, including:

• Round-Trip Airfare: Economy class tickets to and from Italy.
• Accommodation: Single room in a university residence, booked by EDiSU.
• Meals: Meal card for university canteens.
• Health Insurance: Coverage for the duration of the stay.
• Weekly Stipend: €150 (gross) per week for living expenses.
• Visa Support: Invitation letter and, in special cases, contribution toward visa costs.

Research Collaboration Fields

The scholarship supports research collaboration across various fields, including:

• Science and Technology: Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science.
• Life Sciences: Biology, Medicine, Biotechnology.
• Humanities and Social Sciences: History, Economics, Political Science, Sociology.

Scholars work on joint research projects with a University of Pavia professor, tailored to their expertise. For a list of departments and faculty contacts, visit the University of Pavia’s department websites and navigate to the “Staff” section.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be citizens of a developing country (as classified by the World Bank).
• Have at least two years of teaching experience or activity in international organizations/institutions.
• Be junior or senior members of universities, research centers, or international organizations with a focus on development studies.
• Not be enrolled in a doctoral or postgraduate program at an Italian university.
• Secure an invitation letter from a professor at the University of Pavia professor agreeing to collaborate on a joint research project.
• Submit a research proposal aligned with the host department’s activities.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by May 31, 2025.

How to Apply

To apply for the CICOPS Scholarships 2026, follow these steps:

1. Identify a University of Pavia professor whose research aligns with your expertise (check department websites for staff contacts).
2. Contact the professor to propose a joint research project and request an invitation letter.
3. If the professor agrees, complete the online application form on the CICOPS website.
4. Upload the following documents:
   • Curriculum Vitae (European format, including publications; file named: Surname_Name_CV)
   • Invitation letter from the collaborating professor (file named: Surname_Name_Letter)
5. Submit the application before the deadline. Incomplete applications or incorrectly named documents will be rejected.

Applicants without a professor contact can email cicops@unipv.it (mailto:cicops@unipv.it) to request a research proposal form. For detailed instructions, visit the official CICOPS scholarship page.