Fields of study: Economics, Management, Finance, Political Science, Data Science
Bocconi University offers two main merit-based funding opportunities for international students: the Bocconi Graduate/Undergraduate Merit Award and the Bocconi International Award. The Merit Award provides a full tuition waiver (worth up to €14,000/year) and potentially free accommodation for a select few. The International Award offers a 50% tuition reduction. Awards are assigned based on academic excellence and the strength of the admission application.
Benefits
Bocconi Merit Award: 100% Full Tuition Waiver (approx. €14,000/year)
Bocconi International Award: 50% Tuition Reduction
Possible accommodation support (limited availability for Merit Awardees)
Eligibility
Must be an international applicant applying for the 2026-2027 academic year
Must demonstrate outstanding academic performance (high GPA/GMAT/GRE)
Must be admitted to a Bachelor's or Master's program at Bocconi
Must not be a recipient of other scholarships
Requirements
Admission Application (Official Transcripts, CV, Personal Statement)
Standardized Test Scores (SAT/ACT for Bachelor's, GMAT/GRE for Master's)
Language Proficiency Certificate (English)
Required Documents
CV/Resume
Personal Statement
Academic Transcripts
Test Scores (GMAT/GRE/SAT/ACT)
Programs of Study
BSc International Economics and Management
MSc Finance
MSc International Management
MSc Data Science and Business Analytics
BSc Economic and Social Sciences
Application Process
Submit an application for admission to a Bocconi degree program
No separate scholarship application is required
Automatic evaluation by the Admissions Committee based on academic merit
Notification of award is sent alongside the admission offer
How to Apply
Apply via the 'My Application' portal on the Bocconi website
Select your program of interest and upload all required documents
Submit before the specific round deadline (Early, Winter, or Spring)
Selection Process
Evaluation of academic profile (GPA, test scores)
Review of CV and Personal Statement
Ranking against other applicants in the same session