The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program 2026–2027, established by the Government of Hungary, offers an exceptional fully funded study opportunity for international students. Designed to enhance global academic cooperation, the program attracts highly talented students worldwide and strengthens the internationalization of Hungarian higher education institutions.
This prestigious scholarship enables students to pursue full-time or partial studies at leading Hungarian universities across a wide range of academic disciplines. Programs are available in Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-tier Master’s, Doctoral, and Non-degree formats, with most courses offered in English. In addition, selected applicants may receive a one-year Hungarian language preparatory course.
Program Overview
Host Country:
Hungary
Funded By:
Government of Hungary
Degree Levels:
- Bachelor’s Programs
- Master’s Programs
- One-tier Master’s Programs
- Doctoral Programs
- Non-degree Programs
Duration:
- Bachelor’s: 2–4 years
- Master’s: 1.5–2 years
- One-tier Master’s: 5–6 years
- Doctoral: 4 years
- Non-degree: 1 year
Scholarship Benefits
For Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-tier Master’s & Non-degree Programs
- Full tuition fee exemption
- Monthly stipend: HUF 43,700 (approx. €110)
- Accommodation support: Dormitory placement or HUF 40,000/month (approx. €100)
- Medical insurance
For Doctoral Programs
- Full tuition fee exemption
- Monthly stipend:
- HUF 140,000 (approx. €355) for the first 4 semesters
- HUF 180,000 (approx. €460) for the final 4 semesters
- Accommodation support: Dormitory placement or HUF 40,000/month
- Comprehensive medical coverage including additional insurance up to HUF 65,000/year
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a citizen of an eligible country
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Hold the relevant academic qualifications:
- Secondary school certificate (Bachelor’s)
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s)
- Master’s degree (Doctoral)
- Be nominated by the official Sending Partner of their home country
- Provide proof of student status for one-tier and non-degree programs
How to Apply
Applicants are required to complete two applications:
- Submit the online application through the Tempus Public Foundation platform.
- Apply through the Sending Partner in their home country.
Application Steps
- Create an account and complete the online application form
- Provide accurate personal and academic information
- Upload all required documents in the specified format
- Accept the online declaration
- Submit the application before the deadline and retain your applicant code
For detailed instructions, refer to the official Stipendium Hungaricum BA/BSc, MA/MSc, and PhD application manuals.
Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- One-page motivation letter (Times New Roman 12, Hungarian format)
- Proof of language proficiency
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Identification document
- Medical certificate
- Portfolio (for Arts and Music applicants only)
For the complete checklist, consult the Stipendium Hungaricum Required Documents 2026 Guide.
⏰ Application Deadline: January 15, 2025
