San Marino Government Scholarship (Borse di Studio dello Stato di San Marino)
by Secretariat of State for Education and Culture, Republic of San Marino · University of the Republic of San Marino (UniRSM) and accredited foreign universities
🕐 Last updated: June 18, 2026
🏆 Fully Funded🟩 Active🎓 Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postgraduate (PhD)🌍 San Marino📌 Government-funded
San Marino Government Scholarship (Borse di Studio dello Stato di San Marino) is a fully funded scholarship offered by Secretariat of State for Education and Culture, Republic of San Marino for students pursuing studies in San Marino. The award covers Financial grants aimed at covering educational expenses, calculated using a combination of the student's academic merit (GPA and credits) and the family's economic situation. and is open to undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate (phd) students studying all fields offered at unirsm including design, civil engineering, management engineering, communication, digital media, history, and law. The scholarship runs for 1 academic year and may be renewed annually based on academic performance. Eligibility is generally based on open to students enrolled in degree programs who meet the residency requirements or are enrolled at the national university, subject to income limits and academic performance. The application deadline is November 30 (Annually). Competition for this scholarship varies year to year, so early preparation of required documents is recommended.
✨ Should I Apply for San Marino Government Scholarship (Borse di Studio dello Stato di San Marino)?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
50%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
20-35 hrs
Time Required
Moderate
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Varies from β¬500 to β¬3,500 per academic year
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Duration
1 academic year
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Deadline
November 30 (Annually)
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Fields
All fields offered at UniRSM including Design, Civil Engineering, Management Engineering, Communication, Digital Media, History, and Law
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Awards/Year
Varies based on annual government budget allocation
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Study Country
San Marino
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Provider
Secretariat of State for Education and Culture, Republic of San Marino
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Acceptance
Varies
The San Marino Government Scholarship is a financial aid program managed by the Secretariat of State for Education. It provides grants to support the university education of Sammarinese citizens (both at home and abroad) and international students enrolled at the University of the Republic of San Marino. The selection process is strictly governed by a public call for applications (Bando) published annually, prioritizing students who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial necessity.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to students enrolled in degree programs who meet the residency requirements or are enrolled at the national university, subject to income limits and academic performance.
🏛️ Host University
University of the Republic of San Marino (UniRSM) and accredited foreign universities
🤝 Sponsor
Department of Education of San Marino
⚙️ Fields of Study
All fields offered at UniRSM including Design, Civil Engineering, Management Engineering, Communication, Digital Media, History, and Law
✨ Key Benefits
Financial grants aimed at covering educational expenses, calculated using a combination of the student's academic merit (GPA and credits) and the family's economic situation.
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International students
🏷 Tags
San MarinoEuropeUndergraduateGraduateMerit-basedNeed-based
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Check official website
Applicants Last Year
Varies
Winners
Varies
Acceptance Rate
Moderate
Competition Level
Win Probability
50%
Match Score
75%
Competition
50%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Partial reimbursement of tuition fees
Living Stipend
Varies based on income bracket (ISEE/equivalent assessment)
Total Award
Varies from β¬500 to β¬3,500 per academic year
✈️ Travel: Available only for specific Erasmus+ or international mobility tracks🏠 Accommodation: Check official website💊 Health Insurance: Provided through the San Marino National Health System for residents🔄 Renewable: Yes💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Partial reimbursement of tuition fees
🏠 Living Stipend
Varies based on income bracket (ISEE/equivalent assessment)
🏡 Accommodation
Check official website
✈️ Travel Allowance
Available only for specific Erasmus+ or international mobility tracks
💊 Health Insurance
Provided through the San Marino National Health System for residents
🎁 Other Benefits
Reduced rates for student canteens and access to university library resources
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Must maintain a minimum number of credits (CFU) and a specific grade point average annually
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
San Marino citizens, residents, and international students enrolled at UniRSM
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postgraduate (PhD)
📊 Minimum GPA
24/30 (equivalent on the Italian grading scale)
🗣️ English Requirement
B2 Level (only for English-taught programs)
🍢 Age Limit
Usually under 35 years for initial application
💼 Work Experience
Not required
🏆 Leadership
Not required
💰 Financial Need
Yes (Mandatory income documentation required)
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
No
Rec Letters
No
Interview
No
Application Fee
Free
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
No Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
B2 Level (only for English-taught programs)
Interview: No
Min GPA: 24/30 (equivalent on the Italian grading scale)
📋 Application Process
Ensure that your 'Certificato di Stato di Famiglia' and income statements are apostilled or legalized if you are an international applicant.
💡 Insider Tip: Pay close attention to the 'crediti formativi' (CFU) deadlines; falling short by even one credit can disqualify you from the merit-based portion of the grant.
🗾️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
September 1 (Annually)
⏰ Deadline
November 30 (Annually)
🎤 Interview
No
🎓 Study Starts
October (Annually)
September 1 (Annually)
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
November 30 (Annually)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application - no late entries
No
Shortlisting and Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
October (Annually)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Merit-based (academic results) and Need-based (family income assessment)
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