TitleFully-Funded Study in Hungary for International Students

If you are an international student seeking a fully-funded opportunity to pursue a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree in Europe, the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme offers one of the most generous and accessible options.

The programme is run by the Hungarian government and coordinated by the Tempus Public Foundation. It provides international students with the chance to study at Hungarian universities — with tuition fees waived, monthly stipend support, accommodation contribution, and health insurance included.

 Who Can Apply?

• Applicants from countries that have educational cooperation agreements with Hungary.
• For Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees: typically you must have the previous level of academic qualification (e.g., Bachelor’s for Master’s).
• For Doctoral level: Master’s or equivalent is required.
• You should apply through the official online system and follow the local “Sending Partner” (in your country) requirements.

 Application & Timeline

• The online application system opens usually in mid-November each year. For example, the call for 2025–26 opened 15 Nov 2024.
• The application deadline is typically 15 January (around 2 pm CET) for full-degree programmes.
• After nomination and entrance exams (often March–May), final results are announced by June/July.

What You Get

• Tuition waiver for your selected degree at a Hungarian university.
• Monthly stipend for living costs.
• Accommodation support or contribution.
• Medical insurance during the study period.
• Many programmes also integrate two semesters of Hungarian language and culture learning (for Bachelor/Master levels).

 How to Apply

1. Check the Call for Applications to verify eligibility, fields of study, and your country’s “Sending Partner” details.
2. Choose your study programme from the list of eligible fields and partner universities.
3. Register and upload documents through the official application portal (DreamApply) by the deadline.
4. Follow your Sending Partner’s nomination process, as they must submit or approve your nomination to the Hungarian side.
5. Prepare for entrance exams or interviews at the Hungarian university (typically March–May). Then await final scholarship decision.
6. When selected, arrange enrolment, visa/residence permit, accommodation and start your study period in Hungary.

 Why Choose This Scholarship?

• Studying in Hungary offers a European education experience in a vibrant Central-European country with strong academic institutions.
• The scholarship relieves major financial burdens—tuition, room/living costs and health coverage are covered.
• It opens the door to international exposure, diverse student communities, and a stepping stone for global careers or further studies.
• Many universities involved offer English-taught programmes, making it accessible to non-Hungarian speakers.