EDISU Piemonte 2026/2027 Call for Applications published: deadlines and key updates

The EDISU Piemonte 2026/2027 Call for Applications has officially been published. It sets out the rules for accessing student grants, university accommodation, graduation awards and financial support for students with a certified disability of at least 46% who are registered under the Italian targeted employment scheme. The publication marks the beginning of the application process for the main student welfare benefits available at universities across the Piedmont region in Italy. Compared with the previous academic year, the new call introduces several updates, including revised grant amounts, the extension of the additional funded semester to part-time students and new provisions for international applicants. For most students, applications will be open from 22 July until 4 September 2026 at 12:00 pm (Italian time). Preparing the required documentation in advance and keeping track of the official timetable can help applicants complete the process correctly and avoid missing important deadlines.

Application deadlines

The EDISU Piemonte 2026/2027 Call for Applications is open to students enrolled, or planning to enrol, in bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, single-cycle master’s programmes, PhD courses and medical specialisation schools at eligible universities in Piedmont, provided they meet the financial and academic requirements established by the call.

• 22 July – 4 September 2026 (12:00 pm): applications for student grants and university accommodation.
• 11 September 2026: provisional accommodation rankings.
• 25 September 2026: final accommodation rankings.
• 21 October 2026: provisional student grant rankings.
• 9 November 2026: final rankings for selected first-year student categories.
• 16 December 2026: final general student grant rankings.

Applications for PhD programmes, medical specialisation schools and the contribution reserved for eligible students with disabilities will be accepted from 28 October to 27 November 2026. Applications for the graduation award may be submitted between 4 May and 3 June 2027, subject to the availability of remaining funds.

For further information: (official link)

How to apply

Applicants should prepare all the necessary documents before the online platform opens. In particular, students must verify that they meet the financial and academic requirements and, where applicable, obtain a valid ISEE Universitario, the Italian indicator used to assess eligibility for higher education financial support. Applications must be submitted online using either SPID, Italy’s Public Digital Identity System, or the Carta d’Identità Elettronica (CIE), the Italian electronic identity card. Once the application has been completed, applicants should keep the submission receipt and regularly check their personal area for updates or requests for additional documentation. Following the publication of the provisional rankings, applicants will have the opportunity to submit an appeal if they identify errors or missing information. Once the final rankings have been published, students who are assigned university accommodation must confirm their acceptance or express their interest within the deadlines established by EDISU Piemonte. Submitting the application early is recommended. Doing so allows students to resolve any technical issues, complete missing documentation and avoid last-minute problems before the application window closes.

Updates and funding options

The EDISU Piemonte 2026/2027 Call for Applications includes several changes compared with previous editions. Among the most significant updates are revised student grant amounts, the extension of the additional funded semester to part-time students, separate payment of the supplement available to students enrolled in a second degree programme and updated provisions for international applicants. The call also regulates the contribution available to students with a certified disability of at least 46% who are registered under the Italian targeted employment scheme. The publication of the call is an important milestone for students planning to study at a university in Piedmont. Reading the official document carefully, checking the eligibility requirements and respecting every deadline can make the application process smoother and reduce the risk of missing available financial support.

Student grants can provide valuable financial support throughout university. However, they may not always cover the full cost of tuition, accommodation, transport, study materials or international mobility experiences. For this reason, some students also consider additional funding opportunities such as student loans. In Italy, specific initiatives allow eligible students to access financial support even without providing proof of employment income or a traditional guarantor, depending on the scheme and its requirements. Students interested in learning more about these opportunities can explore information on the Fondo Studio, the Italian State-backed student loan fund, and the available financing options provided through Habacus, which helps students to support their university studies. For more info, click here.