La Giuseppina Mai Foundation, with the support of system partners (Assolombarda-Associazione STEAMiamoci, Chiesi Farmaceutici, Confindustria, Farmindustria, Fastweb + Vodafone, Federchimica, Fondazione Bracco, Space Work, Streparava) launches the fourth edition of the call “Women in STEM”The initiative is aimed at female students enrolled in the first year of a master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The initiative stems from the recognition that, although women represent the majority of new university students in Italy, their proportion is still lower than that of men. Supporting female students in these fields not only promotes gender equality but also invests in the future of innovation and research.
STEM disciplines today represent strategic areas for the country's development, with a high demand for specialized skills; however, female participation in these fields remains limited.
What does the announcement include:
The announcement makes available thirteen scholarships, each worth 3.000 euros (gross), intended for the most deserving female students enrolled in the first year of a STEM master's degree course in the 2025/2026 academic year.
How to apply:
The application must be submitted exclusively online by 30 September 2026 by filling out the form available at this link.
The application must include a few essential documents: a CV, a bachelor's degree certificate with a list of exams and grade point average, an ISEE certificate updated to 2026, a motivation letter explaining the reasons for choosing the STEM major, and, if available, a brief description of any internships completed.
Students in possession of the following can participate in the competition: following requirements:
- Be regularly enrolled, for the 2025/2026 academic year, in the first year (current) of a master's degree course in STEM subjects.
- Having obtained a Bachelor's Degree by December 31, 2025, having obtained a grade of no less than 106/110 and with a weighted average of exam grades of no less than 27/30.
- ISEE: Income situation equal to ISEE 2026 no more than 37.000 euros.
- Only applications from students who have not already received additional scholarships for the same degree program will be accepted.
Note: The scholarship award ceremony will be held in Milan on a date to be announced.
For further details and insights, you can download the announcement.
For information and registration: [email protected]
