Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholarship Program 2025 at Italy Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
- Omran Aburayya
- Sep 3
- 3 min read
If you are an ambitious student from the Middle East seeking to deepen your expertise in Middle Eastern Studies, the applications are now open for the Italy Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (UCSC) Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholarship Program 2025. This prestigious scholarship provides financial assistance and cultural enrichment opportunities for talented individuals who wish to study at one of Europe’s leading private universities in Italy.
Backed by the Med-Or Italian Foundation in partnership with Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC), this program promotes academic excellence, international collaboration, and mutual cultural understanding. UCSC, with its main campus in Milan and additional campuses across Italy, is globally recognized for its world-class teaching, cutting-edge research, and strong international outlook. Read on for details.
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: Milan, Italy
Host Institution: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC)
Study Level: Master’s Degree
Target Group: Citizens and residents of Middle Eastern countries (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Turkey, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Palestinian National Authority)
Field of Study: Master’s in Middle Eastern Studies
Number of Awards: 2 scholarships available
Award Value & Coverage: €12,000 per scholarship
Tuition & university fees: €7,500
Travel, housing, and living expenses: €4,500 (paid in two installments: €2,500 by December 2025, €2,000 by April 2026)
Duration: Academic year 2025–2026
Application Deadline: September 24, 2025
Start Date: January 2026
Eligible To: Students holding a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from Middle Eastern countries
📚 Scholarship Overview
The Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholars Program offers two competitive scholarships for students pursuing the Master in Middle Eastern Studies at UCSC for the academic year 2025–2026.
🧩 Structure & Curriculum
The Master’s in Middle Eastern Studies (MIMES) is designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of political, social, economic, and cultural issues in the Middle East. Key program components include:
Courses in geopolitics, history, religion, economics, and international relations of the Middle East.
Seminars, workshops, and guest lectures by scholars and policy experts.
Fieldwork opportunities, internships, and case study research.
A final thesis project to demonstrate independent research skills.
The program is interdisciplinary and conducted entirely in English, making it accessible to international students.
💰 Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition fee coverage worth €7,500.
Financial contribution of €4,500 for travel, housing, and living expenses.
Access to UCSC’s international community, research centers, and student support services.
Study in Milan, one of Europe’s cultural and academic hubs, with networking opportunities across Italy and the Mediterranean region.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be a Citizen or resident of Middle Eastern countries (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Turkey, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Palestinian National Authority)
Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
Be citizens or residents of one of the eligible Middle Eastern countries listed above.
Apply for the Master’s in Middle Eastern Studies program at UCSC.
Demonstrate strong academic performance and motivation to engage in Middle Eastern regional studies.
Note: Scholarship recipients must maintain satisfactory attendance (minimum 90%) and academic performance throughout the program, or funding may be withdrawn.
📝 Application Procedure
Application Period: July 11, 2025 – September 24, 2025.
How to Apply:
Graduates from Italian universities: apply via master.unicatt.it/ammissione.
Graduates from non-Italian universities: apply via international.unicatt.it.
Indicate in the application form that you are applying for the Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholarship.
📂 Required Documents:
Copy of valid passport or proof of residency.
Academic transcripts and bachelor’s degree certificate.
Additional documents required for international applications (per UCSC guidelines).
Motivation statement (recommended for a stronger application).
📂 Resources
🚀 Why Apply?
The Med-Or Italian Foundation Scholars Program is more than just financial aid—it is a gateway to cultural exchange, academic advancement, and career development. Selected students will benefit from studying in an international environment, gaining specialized knowledge in Middle Eastern Studies, and building professional networks across Italy, Europe, and the Middle East.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to stronger academic and cultural ties between Italy and the Middle East while advancing your personal and professional aspirations.
✅ Deadline Reminder: Submit your application no later than September 24, 2025.
