Luiss, in partnership with the Zegna Foundation, is now accepting applications for the pre-selection of candidates for the “Ermenegildo Zegna Founder’s Scholarship,” a program that provides scholarships and research grants abroad to promising young individuals.  

Supported by the Zegna Foundation, the initiative is aimed at Luiss undergraduates, recent graduates, doctoral students, and postdoctoral researchers who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a concrete project to contribute to Italy’s future following their experience abroad.  
 

Eligibility and application process  

To participate in the pre-selection, candidates must:  

• be Italian citizens or foreign nationals who grew up in Italy and still reside there.  
• Meet the academic requirements outlined in the call for applications (minimum grade, recently obtained degrees, maximum age).  
• Have completed, or be in the process of completing, at least a bachelor's degree (by July 2025).
• Have been admitted to a study or research program at a top-tier international institution. 
   

In all cases, when awarding scholarships, the Selection Committee pays particular attention to applications from young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, whether academically or economically.

The required documents, including your CV, a cover letter, and any other attachments specified in the call, must be submitted as a single PDF file to prorettorericerca@luiss.it by March 13, 2025.  

To view the full call for applications, download it below: