ISEE Parificato 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Italy's Scholarships
Are you dreaming of studying in Italy but worried about the costs? The ISEE Parificato is your most powerful tool. It is the official document that allows international students to access free tuition and monthly stipends worth up to €7,000 per year. For the 2026 intake, there are new limits you must know to secure your funding.
What is the ISEE Parificato?
The ISEE (Indicator of Equivalent Economic Situation) measures your family's financial strength. Since your income is earned outside of Italy, you need the ISEE Parificato (the 'Equivalent' ISEE). This document 'translates' your foreign currency, property, and family size into an Italian economic score.
Why You Need It:
- Regional Scholarships: Essential for DSU, ER.GO, and LazioDisco grants.
- Tuition Reduction: At public universities, it can lower your fees from €3,000 to nearly zero.
- Meal Grants: Access to university canteens for free or at a highly discounted price (€2.50 per meal).
New 2026 Scholarship Limits
To qualify for a full scholarship in the 2026/2027 academic year, your financial indicators must stay below these national thresholds (subject to slight regional variations):
- ISEE Limit: €26,306.25
- ISPE Limit (Assets): €57,645.03
If your ISEE is below this limit, you are eligible for the cash stipend and a total tuition waiver.
Required Documents for 2026
To calculate your ISEE for the 2026 intake, you must provide documents based on the 2024 calendar year:
- Family Composition: A certificate showing who lives in your household.
- Income 2024: Proof of earnings for every adult family member (tax returns or salary slips).
- Property: Documents showing the size (sqm) of your family home or a certificate of non-ownership.
- Movable Assets: Bank statements (balance and average balance) as of December 31, 2024.
Critical Step: All documents must be translated into Italian and legalized (via Apostille or the Italian Embassy) in your home country. Without this, the CAF office cannot process your application.
How to Apply: The Roadmap
- Start Early (March - May 2026): Get your documents legalized. Consular appointments are notoriously hard to get.
- Contact a CAF: You cannot do this yourself. You must submit your documents to a CAF (Tax Assistance Center) affiliated with your university.
- Submit the Scholarship Call: Once you have your ISEE value, log in to the regional portal (like DSU or ER.GO) and apply before the July/August 2026 deadline.
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