Do you want to spend some of the amazing months of your life in Florence, Italy? The applications are now open for the EUI Leaders Fellowship 2026 in Italy. The EUI Policy Leader Fellowship (PLF) is a Fully Funded five to ten–month leadership program at the European University Institute (EUI). This Leadership Program invites applicants from a wide range of Policy Fields, such as Politics, civil service, media, non-governmental organizations, and others, to attract individuals from around the world with diverse hands-on experiences in policy-making. Each year, the program selects approximately 20-25 people from all around the world. English Test Proficiency Proof is not required from the applicants, and the EUI Leaders Fellowship will cover all Expenses. More details are below.
Details About the EUI Leaders Fellowship 2026 in Italy
- Host Country: Italy
- Location: Florence School of Transnational Governance (STG)
- Duration: 5 or 10 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 23rd January 2026
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Fellowship Dates and Duration
Five or Ten Months. Candidates should indicate their preference from the following options:
- Five months: September 2025 – January 2026
- Ten months: September 2025 – June 2026
Financial Benefits
- Monthly Stipend: Fellows receive a monthly stipend of €2,500 to cover living expenses.
- Household Allowance: A monthly allowance of €300 is provided to assist with additional household costs.
- Child Allowance: An additional €200 per month is provided for each dependent child.
- Travel Allowance: Fellows are eligible for a total of €1,200 to cover travel expenses, including first-class rail and economy-class airfare.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: The EUI Leadership Program in Italy is open to all Nationals. EU citizenship is not required.
- Degree Level: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required. A Ph.D. degree is not required.
- Age: There is no age recommendation or cut-off.
- Mid-Career Professionals: Candidates should be mid-career professionals with a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience.
- Policy-Relevant Themes: Priority will be given to applicants whose work addresses pressing policy challenges relevant to the STG’s focus areas.
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Required Documents
- CV (3 pages max)
- Short Bio (250 words max)
- 2 Reference Letters
- Highest Degree Certificate
- Motivation Letter (1000 words max)
- Work Plan (2500 words max)
- Optional Work Samples
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How to Apply for the EUI Policy Leaders Fellowship 2026?
To apply, please visit the official website and submit your application before the deadline. Please note that once your application is submitted, it cannot be modified. The Link is below. For more international fellowships, please check our Fellowship Category.
APPLY FOR THE EUI ITALY LEADERS FELLOWSHIP
