Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified applicants for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2025 for Undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Hungary aimed at providing full funding to international students who are passionate about taking up bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD scholarships in Hungary.
Hungary Government Scholarship 2025-2026 is a fully funded scholarship for international students. The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship will cover tuition fees, a stipend of HUF 43,700/month, accommodation contribution of HUF 40 000/month, and medical insurance for up to HUF 65 000 a year/person.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Government of Hungary
- Host Institution(s): Participating Universities in Hungary
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Scholarship Worth: Not specified
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Bachelor, Master and PhD
- Nationality: Developing Countries
2025 Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Details
Stipendium Hungarian Scholarships offers a wide range of courses for high-achieving international students with an excellent academic track record.
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is based on bilateral education agreements between Hungary and the governments of the sending countries. It is available on five continents in over 90 countries, attracting tens of thousands of international students each year.
Applicants who can establish personal and professional links to Hungary while enjoying high-quality education in the heart of Europe are offered more than 1200 full degree programs, covering all higher education fields at all degree levels, including part-time and doctoral programs
Eligibility Criteria for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for Studies in Hungary
To be considered for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be nominated by an eligible Sending partner to be considered eligible.
- Applicants must be citizens of eligible countries wishing to study in Hungary.
- Applicants for the bachelor’s degree scholarship must have obtained relevant qualifications for admission into a program in Hungary.
- Applicants for the Master’s and PhD scholarships must have obtained relevant bachelor’s and master’s degrees respectively from a recognized institution of higher learning.
- Applicants must be willing to abide by the guidelines governing the conduct of students in host institutions.
Hungary Government Scholarship Coverage
Hungary Government Scholarship provides the recipient with the following 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 required Documents:
- Completed online application form
- Proof of highest academic degree and transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency (as required by the program)
- Motivation letter
- Research plan or statement of purpose (for master’s and doctoral applicants)
- Two recommendation letters
- Copy of passport or national ID
- Medical certificate of good health
- Portfolio or other work samples
Application Procedures for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2025 for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies in Hungary
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships 2025 are to complete an online application and present the required supporting documents by the application deadline.
Supporting Documents:
- Online application form
- Motivation letter
- Proof of language proficiency and translations
- School certificates and their translations
- Transcript of Records and translations
- Copy of identification document
- Acceptance statement for Application through the online system
- Medical certificate
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the minimum credit for Stipendium Hungaricum?
Eighteen credits
The scholarship holder is unless otherwise provided by the institutional regulation, required to fulfill the study, examination obligation, and curriculum development by earning at least eighteen credits.
How much is the Hungarian Stipendium monthly stipend?
According to the current Hungarian legislation, the monthly amount of scholarship is HUF 140,000 (cca EUR 350 for the first phase of education (4 semesters) and HUF 180,000 (cca EUR 450) for the second phase (4 semesters) – for 12 months a year, until completion of studies.
Does Stipendium Hungaricum cover flight tickets?
The Sending Authority in your country/territory might finance your travel costs to Hungary but it is not obligatory for them. If you do not have this kind of support, you will need to buy your own plane ticket. Ask your host institution if they can offer you an airport transfer or not.