Study in Milan: Bocconi University Rolls Out Full Tuition Waiver Merit Awards 2026–27

If “studying abroad” is your dream and Milan is on your Pinterest board (yes, pasta, Prada and Piazza Duomo included), here’s news that might just make your day, Bocconi University is rolling out its Graduate Merit Awards for the 2026–27 academic year.

And the best part? It’s not just any scholarship. We’re talking about a full tuition and fees waiver, yep, 100% off. Imagine walking into Bocconi, one of Europe’s most prestigious universities, knowing you don’t have to worry about those heavy tuition bills. Sweet, right?

So, what’s on the plate?

• Full tuition + fee waiver (all two years covered if you keep your grades up)
• Open for all top applicants, international, Italian, or even Bocconi’s own students
• No extra application needed. Your admission application is enough for them to judge your brilliance.
• Special Cyber Partnership Scholarship for those in MSc Cyber Risk Strategy & Governance (a joint degree with Politecnico di Milano).

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Who can grab this award?

Bocconi is eyeing students who shine academically (and not just crammers, the whole application file is looked at). A committee led by the Rector and Deans will decide who gets the award. Think of it as a “best of the best” pick.

Hot tip: Most awards are given in the earlier admission rounds. So don’t wait till the last minute!

How do you know if you got it?

You’ll find out together with your admission results. If you’re in, you’ll also need to accept the award online, share your updated CV, and maybe even get in touch with Bocconi’s donors (networking opportunities = bonus points!).

Can it be renewed?

Yes, but only if you stay on track:

• Earn at least 50 credits by September 2027 (for second-year renewal).
• Enroll on time every year.
• Keep your record clean, no academic funny business, no disciplinary issues.

Fun fact (or not-so-fun): If you’re in one of the double degrees with LSE, Sciences Po, or Yale, you can’t renew this award in the second year because those programs already cover tuition differently.

And when can you lose it?

Like any superhero power, this scholarship comes with rules. You could lose it if you:

• Get a bigger Bocconi scholarship (no double-dipping).
• Don’t meet credit requirements.
• Misrepresent info (Bocconi takes this super seriously).
• Face disciplinary action.
• Fail to complete enrollment by September 30, 2026.

Basically, keep it clean, stay on top of your credits, and you’re golden.

Why should Indian students care?

Because let’s be real, Bocconi is not just about a degree. It’s about:

• Living in Milan, Europe’s fashion and business capital.
• Networking with a global student community.
• Learning from some of the best business and economics minds in the world.
• Saving a massive chunk of tuition fees (which can be around €14,000+ per year).

This award might be the key for Indian students who have always wanted to study in Europe but are concerned about the expense.

Final word

Receiving the Bocconi Graduate Merit Award signifies that you are among the best, and it goes beyond financial aid. If you want to pursue a Master's degree in Milan in 2026–2027, apply as soon as possible, give it your all, and who knows, you might get accepted to one of the best universities in Europe.