ARICE Scholarships in Romania 2026–2027 | Fully Funded Romanian Government Scholarship

Applications are now open for the ARICE Scholarships in Romania 2026–2027, a prestigious fully funded scholarship program offered by the Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE) in cooperation with the Romanian Ministry of Education.

The scholarship provides international students with an opportunity to pursue higher education in Romania at accredited public universities across a wide range of academic disciplines. A total of 40 scholarships will be awarded to foreign citizens for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: Romania
• Scholarship Provider: Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE)
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Degree Levels:
  • Bachelor’s
  • Master’s
  • PhD
  • Postgraduate Residency (limited fields)
• Number of Scholarships: 40
• Eligible Applicants: International students from non-EU countries
• Academic Year: 2026–2027
• Application Deadline: 12 June 2026 (14:00 Romania Time)

About the ARICE Scholarship

The ARICE Scholarship Program is one of Romania’s major government-funded international scholarship schemes. It aims to strengthen educational cooperation and support talented students from around the world who wish to study in Romania.

The final scholarship awards are granted by the Romanian Ministry of Education after the initial selection process conducted by ARICE.

Financial Benefits

The ARICE Scholarship is fully funded and generally includes:

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Romanian language preparatory year (if required)
• Monthly scholarship stipend
• Accommodation support in student dormitories
• Medical assistance and healthcare support
• Discounts or free local transportation under student regulations in Romania (University Nexus)

Not Covered

Applicants should note that the scholarship generally does not cover:

• International airfare to Romania
• Personal expenses beyond scholarship provisions
• Travel from arrival airport to the university city

Degree Programs Available

Scholarships are available for:

Bachelor’s Degree

Undergraduate studies at accredited Romanian public universities.

Master’s Degree

Graduate-level academic programs.

PhD Programs

Doctoral research and academic studies.

Residency Programs

Limited postgraduate medical residency opportunities, particularly in:

• Emergency Medicine
• Cardiology

Fields of Study

Romania offers a broad range of academic disciplines. Priority is often given to areas such as:

• Engineering
• Technical Sciences
• Agriculture
• Oil and Gas
• Economics and Business
• Political Science
• Social Sciences
• Arts and Humanities
• Natural Sciences
• Medicine (limited availability)

Language of Study

Many programs supported through the scholarship are taught in Romanian.

Students who do not speak Romanian may receive a one-year Romanian language preparatory course before beginning their degree program.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must generally:

• Be foreign citizens from non-EU countries
• Meet academic requirements for their chosen study program
• Submit complete application documents before the deadline
• Not already hold Romanian citizenship or special Romanian educational privileges under other schemes

Ineligible Applicants

The scholarship is generally not available to:

• Citizens of EU member states
• Romanian citizens
• Individuals under special protection status in Romania
• Members of diplomatic missions accredited in Romania and their families
• Applicants already receiving Romanian scholarships for the same level of study

Required Documents

Applicants may need to prepare:

• Scholarship application forms
• Academic certificates and transcripts
• Passport copy
• Birth certificate
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Medical certificate
• Recommendation letter(s)
• Declaration forms required by ARICE
• Passport-size photographs

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed by the ARICE Selection Committee.

Timeline

• Applications Open: 11 May 2026
• Application Deadline: 12 June 2026
• ARICE Selection Results: By 15 September 2026
• Final Approval: Romanian Ministry of Education
• Acceptance Letters Issued: Before the beginning of the 2026–2027 academic year

Applicant Tips

Based on discussions among previous applicants, recommendation letters may sometimes require coordination with Romanian embassies or relevant institutions depending on the applicant’s country. Some applicants have reported receiving guidance directly from Romanian diplomatic missions.

Students who are still completing their final year of secondary education may be able to provide proof of enrollment or expected graduation if final diplomas are not yet available.

Why Study in Romania?

Romania is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for international students because of:

• Affordable living costs
• European-standard education
• Globally recognized degrees
• Rich cultural and historical heritage
• Growing international student community
• Strong engineering, science, and medical programs

Students also benefit from Romania’s location within Europe and opportunities for international academic mobility.