The UNIDROIT Scholarship programme offers outstanding post-graduate law students, lawyers, academics and government officials the chance to conduct research at the UNIDROIT library in Rome, Italy. Scholars receive a monthly stipend of 1500€ for two to three months and may be invited to deliver a workshop on their research topic.
UNIDROIT, the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law, is an independent intergovernmental organisation based in Rome. Its mission is to modernise, harmonise and coordinate private and commercial law between states. The scholarship programme has hosted nearly 400 researchers from 65 countries over the past 25 years.
UNIDROIT Scholarship Benefits
- Monthly stipend of 1500€ for two months (exceptionally three months)
- Opportunity to conduct research in the UNIDROIT library
- Invitation to deliver a short workshop on the research topic
- Encouragement to submit a paper to the Uniform Law Review for publication
- Additional scholarships for applicants from the Asia Pacific region (thanks to the UNIDROIT Asian Transnational Law Centre)
UNIDROIT Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Open to outstanding post-graduate (doctoral) law students
- Open to lawyers, academics and government officials
- Candidates must complete the online scholarship application form
- Must upload Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, Research Proposal and supporting reference letters as one PDF/word document
- Incomplete submissions will be automatically disqualified
- Assessed on online application, cover letter, CV, research proposal, English/French proficiency and the value of their research to UNIDROIT
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Cover letter.
- Research proposal.
- Supporting reference letters.
How to Apply for UNIDROIT Scholarship?
- Complete the online scholarship application form at: https://forms.gle/AYPfFRgJ3QeEpxk97
- Upload your (i) Curriculum Vitae (CV), (ii) Cover Letter, (iii) Research Proposal and (iv) supporting reference letters as one PDF/word document
- Ensure your submission is complete; incomplete submissions will be automatically disqualified
- Submit your application by 4 September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the UNIDROIT Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the UNIDROIT Scholarship?
The UNIDROIT Scholarship is a research programme that grants outstanding post-graduate law students, lawyers, academics and government officials a monthly stipend of 1500€ to undertake two months (exceptionally three) of research in the UNIDROIT library in Rome, Italy.
Who can apply for the UNIDROIT Scholarship?
Outstanding post-graduate (doctoral) law students, lawyers, academics and government officials from all over the world can apply. Special consideration is given to applications on specific topics such as access to credit, international commercial contracts, law and technology, and cultural property.
What is the deadline for the 2027 UNIDROIT Scholarship?
Applications for the 2027 UNIDROIT Scholarship are due by 4 September 2026. Short-listing will be undertaken in October and November, and candidates will be informed of the outcome by the end of December.
What does the UNIDROIT Scholarship cover?
The scholarship provides a monthly stipend of 1500€ for two months (exceptionally three). Scholars must undertake their research in-person at the UNIDROIT Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The programme is funded by extra-budgetary contributions.
How do I apply for the UNIDROIT Scholarship?
Candidates must complete the online scholarship application form available at https://forms.gle/AYPfFRgJ3QeEpxk97. As part of the application, candidates must upload their CV, Cover Letter, Research Proposal and supporting reference letters as one PDF/word document.
What research areas are preferred for the UNIDROIT Scholarship?
Special consideration is given to applications on topics such as access to credit, international commercial contracts, private law and agricultural development, law and technology, capital markets and financial law, transnational civil procedure, cultural property, and sustainable development.
Can I apply for an unfunded research stay at UNIDROIT?
Yes, candidates that are unsuccessful in applying for a funded scholarship may instead be invited to undertake a research stay at UNIDROIT on an unfunded basis. Visiting scholars and researchers must self-fund their research.
Is the UNIDROIT Scholarship fully funded?
Yes, the UNIDROIT Scholarship is fully funded. It provides a monthly stipend of 1500€ for two months (exceptionally three). However, the number of scholarships awarded each year depends on available funding.
Where is the UNIDROIT Scholarship undertaken?
All scholarships must be undertaken in-person at the UNIDROIT Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The research is conducted in the UNIDROIT library.
Who can I contact for more information about the UNIDROIT Scholarship?
Questions regarding the UNIDROIT research programme can be directed to the Programme Coordinators at [email protected]. For further information, you can also contact Ms Laura Tikanvaara at [email protected].
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