Are you a researcher or faculty member from a developing country looking to collaborate internationally? The CICOPS Scholarships 2026 are now open for research and study in Italy! Offered by the University of Pavia in collaboration with EDiSU, this prestigious program supports short-term research stays in Italy for scholars from low and middle-income countries.

With a focus on international cooperation and development, the fully funded scholarship promotes global academic exchange, offering full funding for a 4 to 12-week visit to Italy’s renowned University of Pavia.

CICOPS Scholarship 2026 Overview

Host Country: Italy
Host Institution: University of Pavia
Fellowship Name: CICOPS Scholarship (Committee for International Cooperation and Development)
Duration: 4 to 12 weeks
Fellowship Type: Fully Funded (research stay)
Eligible Countries: Low, lower-middle, and upper-middle income countries (World Bank list)
Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
Program Period: January 12 – July 24 and September 7 – December 18, 2026

What Does the CICOPS Scholarship Cover?

Selected scholars will receive:

Return international airfare (economy class)
Accommodation at a University residence in Pavia
Daily meal vouchers for university canteens
Comprehensive health and accident insurance
€150 per week (gross) contribution
Access to academic resources: libraries, computers, and labs
Official invitation letter to assist with visa application

Eligibility Criteria for Short Term Research

Applicants must:

Be from a developing country (as defined by the World Bank)
Have at least 2 years of teaching or professional experience in universities or international organizations
Be affiliated with a university, research center, or institution with development-focused interests
NOT be enrolled in a doctoral or postgraduate course at an Italian university
Obtain an invitation letter from a professor or researcher at the University of Pavia
Submit a CV and invitation letter with properly labeled file names

Note: Preference is given to applicants from lower-income countries, and those affiliated with institutions that have cooperation agreements with the University of Pavia.

Why Choose CICOPS & the University of Pavia?

650+ years of academic excellence
Historic campus in Pavia, near Milan, Italy
Strong commitment to international development and cooperation
Host to researchers from over 100 countries
Opportunities to collaborate on long-term global development projects

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

Curriculum Vitae (preferably in EU format)
Invitation Letter from a collaborating professor at the University of Pavia

File names must follow format: Surname_Name_CV and Surname_Name_Letter

Incomplete or misnamed applications will be rejected.

How to Apply for CICOPS Scholarships 2026?

Step 1: Visit the official website

Click Here to visit the Scholarship in Italy for short term research webpage

Step 2: Obtain your invitation letter from a Pavia faculty member

Click Here to Read the Scholarship Call and Basic Requirements

Step 3: Complete the online application form

Click Here to Apply Online for Scholarship

Step 4: Upload your CV and invitation letter with correct file names

Apply Now!

This is your opportunity to conduct short-term funded research in Italy, expand your international network, and contribute to global development and academic exchange.