🎓 EDISU Piemonte Scholarship (Piedmont Region) | A Comprehensive Guide for Those Who Want to Study in Italy

Anıl GOKTAS
Dec 24, 2025
3 min read

While studying at a university in Italy is a dream for many students, the Euro exchange rate and living costs can often be daunting. However, for those targeting universities based in Turin, there is an opportunity to turn this around: the EDISU Piemonte Scholarship.

EDISU, one of Italy's most reliable and advantageous regional scholarships, is a true "game changer" for Turkish students. So, what is this scholarship, who is eligible, and how can you win it? Here's everything you need to know about the financial keys to studying in Italy.

What is the EDISU Piemonte Scholarship?

EDISU Piemonte is the official regional state scholarship system for students studying in the Piedmont region of Italy. This system is based on the "Diritto allo studio" (Right to Education) principle enshrined in the Italian constitution.

The primary goal of this scholarship is not to reward academically gifted individuals, but rather to enable students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue their education on equal terms. In other words, it's not a merit-based scholarship, but rather an income-based social support system.

What does the EDISU Scholarship offer students?

EDISU Piemonte is one of the systems in Italy that comes closest to the concept of a "full scholarship". A student who wins the scholarship is relieved of four of the biggest expenses in their education:

💰 Annual Cash Scholarship: Cash support deposited into the student's account throughout the academic year, often sufficient to cover basic living expenses.
🏠 Accommodation: Free or very low-cost accommodation in state-run dormitories affiliated with EDISU. Cash rent assistance is also available if a dormitory place is not available. (This is a vital advantage in a city like Turin where rents are high.)
🍽️ Cafeteria Card: Entitles you to eat for free or at a symbolic price in university cafeterias.
📄 Tuition Fee Waiver: University tuition fees are either completely waived or reduced to a minimum level.

Who is eligible to apply for the EDISU Piemonte Scholarship?

A very large percentage of students going from Türkiye to Italy are eligible for this scholarship.

1. University and Regional Requirement

Priority will be given to students who will be studying at state universities, especially in the city of Turin :

Politecnico di Torino
University of Turin (Unito)
Other public universities in the Piedmont region

2. Education Level

License (Laurea)
Master's Degree (Laurea Magistrale)
Doctorate (PhD)

3. Citizenship

The scholarship is offered equally to Turkish students with non-EU status , not just EU citizens.

What does "Income-Oriented System" mean?

This is the most critical aspect of the EDISU Piemonte scholarship. When your application is evaluated, your family's economic situation is considered before your GPA.

The system analyzes the following:

The family's annual income.
Real and movable assets.
Household size and structure.

Important Note: Academic achievement is secondary for this scholarship. A very high GPA is not required; however, it is essential that your documents are accurate, complete, and prepared in accordance with Italian bureaucratic requirements .

Why are EDISU Scholarships Lost? (Most Common Mistakes)

Many students and parents start the process thinking, "Our financial situation allows it, we'll definitely get in," but are eliminated due to technical errors. Although EDISU is one of the most regular paying institutions, it is also one of the most bureaucratic.

Common mistakes include:

Income documents were not prepared according to Turkish standards and were not converted to the Italian format (ISEE Parificato).
Deficiencies in the translation and apostille processes.
Leaving the application until the last minute and system errors.
Incorrect calculation of household income.

Who is it ideal for?

If your goal is Politecnico di Torino or other universities in the region, and your family lives in Turkey and you want to focus solely on your education without having to work in Italy, then EDISU Piemonte is the safest option for you.

This scholarship is lost not because it is impossible to win, but because the application was submitted incorrectly .

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