Slovak Government Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded Study in Slovakia for International Students)

The Government of the Slovak Republic has officially opened applications for the Slovak Government Scholarships 2026, available through the vladnestipendia.sk platform.

This is a fully funded scholarship opportunity in Europe for international students from selected developing countries to pursue higher education in Slovakia.

About the Scholarship

The Slovak Government Scholarship program is part of the country’s official development cooperation strategy, aimed at supporting education and capacity-building globally.

It offers funding for:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree
• PhD programs

All programs are conducted at public universities in Slovakia. (vladnestipendia.sk)

Key Highlights

• Host Country: Slovakia
• Funded By: Government of Slovakia
• Degree Levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD
• Application Mode: Online via official portal
• Study Language: Slovak

If you don’t know Slovak, you will first attend a 10-month preparatory language course (covered by the scholarship).

Scholarship Benefits (Fully Funded)

Selected students will receive:

• Monthly stipend (approx. €700 for students, €1100 for PhD)
• Free Slovak language preparatory course (10 months)
• Financial support for living expenses
• Access to public universities in Slovakia

The stipend is designed to cover accommodation, food, and basic living costs.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must:

• Be a citizen of an eligible country (check via official portal)
• Meet age requirements:
  • 18–26 years (Bachelor & Master)
  • 23–35 years (PhD)
• Meet academic qualifications
• Submit a complete online application

If your country is not listed in the system, you are not eligible to apply.

Required Documents

Applicants typically need:

• Academic certificates and transcripts
• CV and motivation letter
• Recommendation letters
• Passport copy
• Signed application form
• (Optional) publications for PhD

All documents must be uploaded online during application.

Application Deadline

• Deadline: 25 May 2026

Applications are submitted only through the official online system.

Important Notes

• Study is conducted in Slovak language
• Limited number of seats per country
• Selection is highly competitive
• Results are usually announced by mid-July

Why You Should Apply

This scholarship is ideal if you want to:

• Study in Europe with full financial support
• Gain international academic exposure
• Build a global career
• Experience European culture and education

Final Thoughts

The Slovak Government Scholarships 2026 provide a valuable opportunity for students from developing countries to access fully funded higher education in Europe. With a monthly stipend, language preparation, and quality education, it is a strong option for those seeking international study opportunities.