If you are interested in pursuing your education in Hungary, I recommend thoroughly reading this blog post. This blog post will provide a comprehensive explanation of Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2025 and a step by step application procedure on how to apply. 

If you are interested in pursuing your education in Hungary, I recommend thoroughly reading this blog post. This blog post will provide a comprehensive explanation of Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2025 and a step by step application procedure on how to apply. Scholarship Overview Applications are invited to apply for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2024-25 in Hungary. All International Students from all over the world are eligible to apply for Hungarian Government Scholarships. Government of Hungary is providing 5000 Fully Funded Scholarships to all the students to undertake their Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, PhD Degree or Non Degree program in Best Universities of Hungary. Almost all academic fields and majors are available to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degree programs under Hungary Government Scholarships 2024. All the programs will be Taught in English. All the expenses will be covered by Government of Hungary. Applicants from around the world can apply, there is no App fee and if you have no IELTS or TOEFL, alternative proof of English proficiency is accepted. More details about the scholarship requirements and the application process are given below. Table of Contents Scholarship Summary Scholarships Benefits List of Universities Finder List of Available Fields Eligibility Criteria Documents Required How To Apply Online Apply Video Guide Scholarship Summary Country Hungary Funded By Government of Hungary Number of Institutions 29 Number of Scholarships 5000 Degree Level Bachelor, Masters, PhD Degree and Non-Degree Programs Financial Benefits Fully Funded English Certificates No IELTS Required Application Fee No Degree Duration Bachelor Degree 4 Years Master’s degree (M Phill/ MS) 2 years Ph.D. Degree 4 years Non-Degree Programs 1 Year Application Opens November 15, 2024 Deadline January 15, 2025 Full Degree Programs search and Check Sending Partner https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/partners/ Age Requirements No Scholarship Benefits: Tuition-free education Exemption from the payment of tuition fee Monthly stipend Monthly amount of HUF 43,700 (cca EUR 130) contribution to the living expenses in Hungary, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies Doctoral level: according to the current Hungarian legislation, the monthly amount of scholarship is HUF 140 000 (cca EUR 450) for the first phase of education (4 semesters) and HUF 180 000 (cca EUR 580) for the second phase (4 semesters) – for 12 months a year, until completion of studies. Please see details in section 1.2.1. Accommodation contribution Free dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 40 000/month to accommodation costs for the whole duration of the scholarship period Please note that if the student does not live in the dormitory, then the HUF 40 000/month is a contribution to that rental costs, and in bigger cities – especially in the capital city – this contribution would not cover the full amount of rental costs. Medical insurance Health care services according to the relevant Hungarian legislation (Act No. 80 of 1997, national health insurance card) and supplementary medical insurance for up to HUF 65 000 (cca EUR 205) a year/person List of Universities & Course Finder: CLICK HERE to find the eligible host institutions and details of their study programs. You can select Universities according to Your Field of Interest. List of Available Fields Animal Husbandry Engineering, Agricultural Environmental Management Engineering, Agricultural Water Management Engineering, Food Safety and Quality Engineering, Plant Protection, Rural Development Engineering, International Economy and Business, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Urban Systems Engineering, Complex Rehabilitation, Public Health, Social Work in Health Care, Social Work and Social Economy, English Studies, American Studies, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Hydrobiology – Water Quality Management, Molecular Biology, Computer Science Engineering, European and International Business Law - LL.M., Classical Musical Performance and many more. Eligibility Criteria To apply for Hungarian Government Scholarship, applicants have to meet the following criteria: All international applicants are eligible to apply for Scholarship. Citizens of Hungary or having Dual Nationality with Hungary cannot apply for scholarship. Students having age more than 18 Years as of 31st August 2024. Applicants not studying in any Hungary Higher Institution on Self-Financed based. Students who avail this scholarship before cannot apply for scholarship. Documents Required Online Application Form: Complete and save all required details in English. Recent Photo: A photo taken within the past two years. Motivation Letter: Minimum 1 page, Times New Roman, 12-point font. Proof of Language Proficiency: Upload proof and translations if needed. Previous Studies Language Proof: If studies were in the same language, upload proof. School Certificates: Upload certificates and translations if required. Bachelor-Level Programs: Scan of secondary school graduation certificate. Master-Level Programs: Scan of bachelor degree certificate. Doctoral Programs: Scan of master degree certificate. Non-Degree Programs: Scan of secondary school graduation certificate. Specialization Programs: Degree certificate as per host institution. Partial (Exchange) Studies: Certificate of student status and translation if needed. Transcript of Records: Provide all academic transcripts and translations if required. Medical Certificate: Please see a Template HERE Copy of ID Document: Passport scan, or national ID if passport unavailable. Statement for Application Acceptance: Accept the statement in the online system to submit the application. How to Apply Find your chosen program: Available study fields differ from partner country to partner country. You can either check the study field provided for your country at the SH website or You can start an application in the Dream Apply system and select the relevant study programme. You can check the list of sending partners and eligible study fields here. Contact your sending partner: Applications shall also be submitted to the responsible authority of the sending partner. Each sending partner might have different deadlines and requirements for submitting the application material. Contact your sending partner (which can be the local Hungarian Embassy, the related ministry, council etc.) to inquire about their exact procedures. Register and upload your documents: Application is processed in an online application system (apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu). You can browse 29 universities and colleges (more than 600 study programmes), but only 2 choices are allowed. Make sure that your chosen programmes are relevant to the field of your studies. If you apply for doctoral studies, please remember that you need to find a supervisor. Required documents may vary according to your level of study and nationality. You can find these requirements down below (“Documents”). Application deadline: Your application must be submitted by the deadline. Please make sure that all required documents are attached and all the required fields are filled out properly before submitting your application. Please find application deadline at the top! Sending partner’s nomination list: Sending partners will nominate the best applicants by the end of February, Nominated applications will be forwarded to the chosen Hungarian higher institutions. Entrance exam at Hungarian Universities: The universities will get in touch with the nominated applicants directly to set a date and conduct the entrance exams from the middle of March until the end of May. Your exam scores must be a minimum of 56 out of 100 points for your application to be considered for the final list of scholarship awardees.

Scholarship Overview

Applications are invited to apply for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2024-25 in Hungary. All International Students from all over the world are eligible to apply for Hungarian Government Scholarships. Government of Hungary is providing 5000 Fully Funded Scholarships to all the students to undertake their Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, PhD Degree or Non Degree program in Best Universities of Hungary.

Almost all academic fields and majors are available to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degree programs under Hungary Government Scholarships 2024. All the programs will be Taught in English. All the expenses will be covered by Government of Hungary.

Applicants from around the world can apply, there is no App fee and if you have no IELTS or TOEFL, alternative proof of English proficiency is accepted.

More details about the scholarship requirements and the application process are given below.

Table of Contents

Scholarship Summary

Scholarships Benefits

List of Universities and Partner Finder

List of Available Fields

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

How To Apply

Online Apply Video Guide (Uploaded Soon)

Scholarship Summary

Country

Hungary

Funded By

Government of Hungary

Number of Institutions

29

Number of Scholarships

5000

Degree Level

Bachelor, Masters, PhD Degree and Non-Degree Programs

Financial Benefits

Fully Funded

English Certificates

No IELTS Required

Application Fee

No

Degree Duration

Bachelor Degree

4 Years

Master’s degree (M Phill/ MS)

2 years

Ph.D. Degree

4 years

Non-Degree Programs

1 Year

Application Opens

November 15, 2024

Deadline

January 15, 2025

Full Degree Programs search and Check Sending Partner

https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/partners/

Age Requirements

More than 18 Years as of 31st August 2024

 

Scholarship Benefits

Tuition-free education

  • Exemption from the payment of tuition fee

Monthly stipend

  • Monthly amount of HUF 43,700 (cca EUR 130) contribution to the living expenses in Hungary, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies
  • Doctoral level: according to the current Hungarian legislation, the monthly amount of scholarship is HUF 140 000 (cca EUR 450) for the first phase of education (4 semesters) and HUF 180 000 (cca EUR 580) for the second phase (4 semesters) – for 12 months a year, until completion of studies. Please see details in section 1.2.1.

Accommodation contribution

  • Free dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 40 000/month to accommodation costs for the whole duration of the scholarship period
  • Please note that if the student does not live in the dormitory, then the HUF 40 000/month is a contribution to that rental costs, and in bigger cities – especially in the capital city – this contribution would not cover the full amount of rental costs.

Medical insurance

  • Health care services according to the relevant Hungarian legislation (Act No. 80 of 1997, national health insurance card) and supplementary medical insurance for up to HUF 65 000 (cca EUR 205) a year/person

List of Universities & Course Finder

CLICK HERE to find the eligible host institutions and details of their study programs. You can select Universities according to Your Field of Interest.

List of Available Fields

Animal Husbandry Engineering, Agricultural Environmental Management Engineering, Agricultural Water Management Engineering, Food Safety and Quality Engineering, Plant Protection, Rural Development Engineering, International Economy and Business, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Urban Systems Engineering, Complex Rehabilitation, Public Health, Social Work in Health Care, Social Work and Social Economy, English Studies, American Studies, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Hydrobiology – Water Quality Management, Molecular Biology, Computer Science Engineering, European and International Business Law - LL.M., Classical Musical Performance and many more.

 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Hungarian Government Scholarship, applicants have to meet the following criteria:

  • All international applicants are eligible to apply for Scholarship.
  • Citizens of Hungary or having Dual Nationality with Hungary cannot apply for scholarship.
  • Students having age more than 18 Years as of 31st August 2024.
  • Applicants not studying in any Hungary Higher Institution on Self-Financed based.
  • Students who avail this scholarship before cannot apply for scholarship.

 Documents Required

  • Online Application Form: Complete and save all required details in English.
  • Recent Photo: A photo taken within the past two years.
  • Motivation Letter: Minimum 1 page, Times New Roman, 12-point font.
  • Proof of Language Proficiency: Upload proof and translations if needed.
  • Previous Studies Language Proof: If studies were in the same language, upload proof.
  • School Certificates: Upload certificates and translations if required.
  • Bachelor-Level Programs: Scan of secondary school graduation certificate.
  • Master-Level Programs: Scan of bachelor degree certificate.
  • Doctoral Programs: Scan of master degree certificate.
  • Non-Degree Programs: Scan of secondary school graduation certificate.
  • Specialization Programs: Degree certificate as per host institution.
  • Partial (Exchange) Studies: Certificate of student status and translation if needed.
  • Transcript of Records: Provide all academic transcripts and translations if required.
  • Medical Certificate: Please see a Template HERE
  • Copy of ID Document: Passport scan, or national ID if passport unavailable.
  • Statement for Application Acceptance: Accept the statement in the online system to submit the application.

How to Apply

  • Online Apply will start from November 15, 2024.
  • Find your chosen program: Available study fields differ from partner country to partner country. You can either check the study field provided for your country at the SH website or You can start an application in the Dream Apply system and select the relevant study programme. You can check the list of sending partners and eligible study fields here.
  • Contact your sending partner: Applications shall also be submitted to the responsible authority of the sending partner. Each sending partner might have different deadlines and requirements for submitting the application material. Contact your sending partner (which can be the local Hungarian Embassy, the related ministry, council etc.) to inquire about their exact procedures.
  •  Register and upload your documents: Application is processed in an online application system (apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu). You can browse 29 universities and colleges (more than 600 study programmes), but only 2 choices are allowed. Make sure that your chosen programmes are relevant to the field of your studies. If you apply for doctoral studies, please remember that you need to find a supervisor. Required documents may vary according to your level of study and nationality. You can find these requirements down below (“Documents”).
  • Application deadline: Your application must be submitted by the deadline. Please make sure that all required documents are attached and all the required fields are filled out properly before submitting your application. Please find application deadline at the top!
  • Sending partner’s nomination list: Sending partners will nominate the best applicants by the end of February, Nominated applications will be forwarded to the chosen Hungarian higher institutions.
  • Entrance exam at Hungarian Universities: The universities will get in touch with the nominated applicants directly to set a date and conduct the entrance exams from the middle of March until the end of May. Your exam scores must be a minimum of 56 out of 100 points for your application to be considered for the final list of scholarship awardees.