Brief Description
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships: You can live and study in a country with a booming economy and vibrant cultural life, where innovation meets tradition. Applications are invited from students for the 2024 Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship for International Student.
Obtaining a degree at a Hungarian university will give you an exceptional opportunity to acquire highly competitive knowledge and a special international experience in the heart of Europe. International students are encouraged to take advantage of the scholarship to enrol for an undergraduate, Masters and PhD degree programme.
Key Facts
Scholarship Sponsor(s): Hungarian Government
Host Institution(s): Hungary Tertiary Institutions
Scholarship Type: Full Funding
Scholarship Worth: See Benefits
Number of Awards: Several
Study level: Undergraduate, Masters and Non-degree programmes
Nationality: International students.
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2024 | DETAILS
The Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme was established by the Hungarian Government to promote the internationalisation of the Hungarian higher education and to attract top foreign students from all around the world who can establish personal and professional attachments to Hungary while enjoying high quality education in the heart of Europe. While studying in Hungary, students will enjoy affordable living costs with great benefit-cost ratio, a safe and friendly living environment with convenient public transport, a vibrant cultural life, and several UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the 2024/2025 Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship, applicants are to meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate, masters and PhD degree programme at a university in Hungary.
- Applicants must ensure that their chosen programmes are relevant to their field of studies.
- Applicants for the undergraduate scholarship must have obtained relevant high school certificates for admission into an undergraduate programme at a university in Hungary.
- Applicants for the Masters and PhD programmes must have obtained relevant bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates respectively for admission into the relevant programmes.
- Applicants for the doctoral studies scholarship are to remember to find a supervisor.
Eligible countries:
For Full time studies, students from the following countries can apply:
Egypt, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Brazil, Georgia, Iran, Pakistan, Japan, Cambodia, Morocco, Thailand, Iraq, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao, Lebanon, , Malaysia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Palestine, Panama, Algeria, Bangladesh, China, Albania, Angola, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cape Verde, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Kosovo, Moldova, Namibia, North Macedonia, Paraguay, Rwanda, Serbia, Singapore, South Africa, Sudan, Philippines, Myanmar, Tajikistan, Turkey, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Yemen, Russian, Vietnam, Eritrea, Israel, Kuwait, Syria, Jordan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Tanzania.
For partial (exchange) study programmes, students from the following countries can apply:
Costa Rica, Nigeria, Georgia, Brazil, Japan, Cambodia, Morocco, Lebanon, Mongolia, China, Albania, Belarus, Chile, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Korea,Moldova, North Macedonia, Rwanda, Singapore, Turkey, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Russia, Syria, Mexico, Israel, Yemen.
Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition-free education
- Monthly stipend
- Accommodation contribution – free dormitory place
- Medical insurance – health care services and supplementary medical insurance
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is a fully-funded scholarship program offered by the Hungarian government for international students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degree programs in various fields of study at Hungarian universities. The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, and a monthly stipend for the duration of the studies. The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship program is open to students from over 70 countries, and the application deadline typically falls in January or February.
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Stipendium Hungaricum eligibility criteria
- Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of a country that has a valid bilateral educational cooperation plan with Hungary.
- Age: For Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, applicants must be under 25 years of age, while for Ph.D. programs, the maximum age limit is 35 years.
- Educational background: Applicants must have completed their previous level of education (high school diploma for Bachelor’s, Bachelor’s degree for Master’s, and Master’s degree for Ph.D.) before the application deadline.
- Language proficiency: Applicants must meet the language requirements of the chosen study program. In most cases, this requires a good command of English or Hungarian.
- Academic excellence: Applicants must have excellent academic records and meet the admission requirements of the chosen study program.
- Health: Applicants must be in good physical and mental health.
Stipendium Hungaricum application deadline
The application deadline for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship program varies depending on the sending partner country and the chosen study program. However, in general, the application period for the academic year 2024 is expected to start in November 2022 and end in January or February 2024. It is recommended that interested students check the official Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship website for the specific application deadline for their sending partner country and study program. It is also important to note that the application deadline is usually strict, and late applications are not accepted.
Application Procedure
How-to-Apply: Applications for the 2024 Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship for International Students are processed in an online application system. Applicants are to ensure that all supporting documents are uploaded to the application portal before the application expiration date.
Document Requirements:
- Online application form
- Motivation letter
- Proof of language proficiency and their translations in the language of the selected study programme or in Hungarian language.
- School certificates
- Transcript
- Copy of identification document
- Medical certificate
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FAQS of Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2024
What is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship program?
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship program is a fully-funded scholarship program offered by the Hungarian government for international students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degree programs in various fields of study at Hungarian universities.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, a monthly stipend, and health insurance for the duration of the studies.
Who can apply for the scholarship?
Applicants must be citizens of a country that has a valid bilateral educational cooperation plan with Hungary, meet the age and educational requirements, and have a good command of English or Hungarian.
How can I apply for the scholarship?
Applicants can apply online through the official Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship website during the application period. The application includes submitting academic documents, language certificates, and a motivation letter, among other requirements.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline varies depending on the sending partner country and the chosen study program. In general, the application period for the academic year 2024 is expected to start in November 2022 and end in January or February 2024.
How competitive is the scholarship?
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship program is highly competitive, and the selection process is based on academic merit, language proficiency, and other criteria.
Can I apply for more than one study program?
Applicants can apply for up to three study programs in order of preference. However, they can only receive one scholarship.
Can I apply for the scholarship if I am already studying in Hungary?
Applicants who are already studying in Hungary are not eligible for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship program.
When will the scholarship recipients be notified?
The scholarship recipients will be notified by the end of April or early May 2024 at the latest.
How can I get more information about the scholarship?
Interested students can visit the official Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship website or contact the Hungarian embassy or consulate in their home country for more information.