Government Of Hungary Fully funded (Stipendium Hungaricum) For International Students 2024/2025
Scholarship Overview
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme, initiated by the Hungarian Government, presents a golden opportunity for international students to pursue various study programs in Hungary without tuition fees. The primary objective is to enhance the global presence of foreign students in Hungary while motivating Hungarian higher education institutions to attract top-tier international students. The Tempus Public Foundation manages the scholarship program.
Eligibility Criteria
- Application Deadline: 16th January 2023
- Eligible Countries: Open to International applicants (refer to the list of eligible countries below)
- Host Country: Hungary
Field of Study
Applicants are encouraged to apply for study fields aligned with the educational cooperation programs between Hungary and specific Sending Partners.
Scholarship Benefits
- Type of Scholarships: Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships are available for bachelor, master, one-tier master, doctoral, and non-degree programs (preparatory and specialization courses).
- Number of Awardees: Numerous ( In 2023, more than 57,000 applications were received, andnearly 4,500 scholarships were awarded
Value of Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship
Tuition-Free Education:
- Exemption from the payment of tuition fees.
Monthly Stipend:
- Non-degree, bachelor, master, and one-tier master level: Monthly amount of HUF 40,460 (approximately EUR 130) for living expenses in Hungary.
- Doctoral level: Monthly scholarship of HUF 140,000 (approximately EUR 450) for the first phase and HUF 180,000 (approximately EUR 580) for the second phase, as per Hungarian legislation.
Accommodation:
- Dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 40,000 to accommodation costs for the entire scholarship period.
Medical Insurance:
- Health care services according to Hungarian legislation and supplementary medical insurance for up to HUF 65,000 (approximately EUR 205) per year/person.
Duration of Scholarship
The duration varies based on the candidate's chosen program:
- Bachelor programs: Fulltime (2-4 years), Partial (1 or 2 semesters)
- Master programs: Fulltime (1.5-2 years), Partial (1 or 2 semesters)
- One-tier master programs: Fulltime (5-6 years), Partial (1 or 2 semesters)
- Doctoral programs: Fulltime (2+2 years), Partial (1 or 2 semesters)
- Non-degree programs: Preparatory course in Hungarian language (1 year), other preparatory and specialization courses (up to 1 year)
How to Apply
Applications shall be submitted to the responsible authority of the Sending Partner. Applicants are advised to thoroughly review all application requirements on the official Award Webpage before applying.
Other Details
- Applications will not be considered from Hungarian citizens or former Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Holders re-applying for studies in the same cycle of education.
- The program, in operation since 2013, is based on bilateral educational cooperation agreements with more than 50 Sending Partners across 4 continents.
Conclusion
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships offer a transformative opportunity for international students to experience top-quality education in Hungary. With tuition-free education, monthly stipends, accommodation, and medical insurance, the program aims to nurture a global community of scholars. As the application deadline approaches on 16th January 2023, eligible candidates are encouraged to explore this prestigious scholarship for their academic journey.
List of Eligible Countries
For full time programmes, students can apply from the following Sending Partners:
Arab Republic of Egypt, Argentine Republic, Belize, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Federative Republic of Brazil, Georgia, Ibero-American General Secretariat (eligible member states: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela), Islamic Republic of Iran, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Japan, Kingdom of Cambodia, Kingdom of Morocco, Kingdom of Thailand, Kurdistan Regional Government/Iraq, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lebanese Republic, Malaysia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Oriental Republic of the Uruguay, Pacific Alliance (member states: Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru), State of Palestine, People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, People's Republic of Bangladesh, Republic of Burundi, People’s Republic of China, Republic of Albania, Republic of Angola, Republic of Armenia, Republic of Azerbaijan, Republic of Belarus, Republic of Botswana, Republic of Cabo Verde, Republic of Chile, Republic of Colombia, Republic of Costa Rica, Republic of Cuba, Republic of Ecuador, Republic of Ghana, Republic of India, Republic of Indonesia, Republic of Iraq, Republic of Kazakhstan, Republic of Kenya, Republic of Korea, Republic of Kosovo, Republic of Liberia, Republic of Madagascar, Republic of Maldives, Republic of Mali, Republic of Moldova, Republic of Namibia, Republic of North Macedonia, Republic of Panama, Republic of Peru, Republic of Rwanda, Republic of Serbia, Republic of Seychelles, Republic of Sierra Leone, Republic of Singapore, Republic of South Africa, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Republic of the Philippines, , Republic of Tajikistan, Republic of Turkey, Republic of Uganda, Republic of Uzbekistan, Republic of Yemen, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Socialist Republic of Vietnam, State of Eritrea, State of Israel, State of Kuwait, Sultanate of Oman, Syrian Arab Republic, Taiwan, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Tunisian Republic, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Mexican States, United Republic of Tanzania.
For partial (exchange) study programmes and for postgraduate specialist training courses, students can apply from the following Sending Partners:
Arab Republic of Egypt, Argentine Republic, Belize, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Bosnia and Herzegovina , Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Federative Republic of Brazil, Georgia, Ibero-American General Secretariat (eligible member states: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican page 9 / 28 Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela), Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Japan, Kingdom of Cambodia, Kingdom of Morocco, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lebanese Republic, Malaysia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Oriental Republic of the Uruguay, People’s Republic of Bangladesh, People’s Republic of China, Republic of Albania, Republic of Angola, Republic of Armenia, Republic of Azerbaijan, Republic of Burundi, Republic of Belarus, Republic of Botswana, Republic of Cabo Verde, Republic of Chile, Republic of Colombia, Republic of Costa Rica, Republic of Cuba, Republic of Ghana, Republic of India, Republic of Indonesia, Republic of Iraq, Republic of Iran, Republic of Kenya, Republic of Korea, Republic of Kosovo, Republic of Liberia, Republic of Madagascar, Republic of Maldives, Republic of Mali, Republic of Moldova, Republic of North Macedonia, Republic of Panama, Republic of Peru, Republic of Rwanda, Republic of Seychelles, Republic of Sierra Leone, Republic of Singapore, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Republic of the Philippines, Republic of South Africa, Republic of Tajikistan, Republic of Turkey, Republic of Uganda, Republic of Uzbekistan, Republic of Yemen, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, , State of Eritrea, State of Israel, State of Kuwait, Sultanate of Oman, Syrian Arab Republic, Taiwan, Tunisian Republic, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Mexican States, United Republic of Tanzania, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
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