Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship – Study in Hungary (Fully Funded)

Job Description

Opportunity Description

The Stipendium Hungaricum is a fully funded scholarship program launched by the Hungarian Government to support international students pursuing higher education in Hungary. Through bilateral educational agreements with nearly 80 countries, this prestigious program enables foreign students to enroll in degree programs, from bachelor’s to doctoral level- at Hungarian universities without paying tuition fees.

One of the host institutions under this scheme is Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), which offers a wide range of English- and Hungarian-taught programs in humanities, social sciences, informatics, education, and more.

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Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition waiver for the entire duration of the chosen degree program.
• Monthly stipend to help cover living expenses: HUF 43,700 for bachelor’s, master’s, and non-degree students.
• Accommodation support: either a place in university dormitories (based on capacity) or a housing allowance of HUF 40,000 per month.
• Health coverage: access to public health services in Hungary and supplementary private health insurance.
• Visa and residence permit: free visa and residence permit processing for scholarship holders.
• Library services: free use of host university libraries and other academic services.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

1. Nationality
   • Be a citizen of a country that has a bilateral educational cooperation agreement with Hungary.
   • Not hold Hungarian citizenship.
2. Academic Status
   • For full-degree scholarships: eligible to apply for bachelor’s, master’s, one-tier master’s, or doctoral programs.
   • Be nominated by the “sending partner” institution in their home country (if required).
3. Age
   • Applicants must be at least 18 years old by a certain date, as defined in the call for applications.
4. Language Proficiency
   1. Must meet the language requirements for the chosen program (English or Hungarian).
   2. For non-Hungarian programs, often mandatory to take a Hungarian-as-a-foreign-language course during the first year.

Required Documents

To apply for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship, candidates typically need:

1. A completed online application via the official Stipendium Hungaricum portal.
2. Academic transcripts and copies of diplomas.
3. A motivation letter / statement of purpose, explaining why you want to study in Hungary and at your chosen institution.
4. Language certificate (if required): proof of proficiency in English or Hungarian, depending on the program.
5. CV / Résumé.
6. Reference letters (academic or professional).
7. If required: passport copy, and other identity documents.

Application Procedure

1. Register on the Stipendium Hungaricum application portal: Visit the official system and open an account.
2. Select your program(s): Choose up to two degree programs in order of preference.
3. Prepare and upload documents: Fill out the application form, upload transcripts, motivation letter, CV, reference letters, and language certificates.
4. Submit before the deadline: Application for the 2026/2027 cycle closes on 15 January at 14:00 CET.
5. Selection process: Applications are evaluated by both the Hungarian Ministry (Tempus Public Foundation) and the host universities.
6. Nomination & Admission: If nominated, you may be invited for entrance exams or interviews, depending on the university.
7. Visa & Enrollment: Successful candidates apply for a student visa (if needed), then enroll at the Hungarian university before the start of the academic year.

Official Link

Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship – ELTE / Official Program Website 

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