The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is one of the world’s most popular fully funded scholarships, launched by the Government of Hungary to attract international talent. Every year, thousands of students from 90+ countries apply for Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-Tier Master’s, and PhD programs under this scholarship — covering 100% tuition fee, monthly stipend, accommodation support, and full medical insurance.
If you want a high-quality European degree without financial burden, this scholarship is a golden opportunity.
🌍 Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to applicants from partner countries with which Hungary has a bilateral agreement. These include:
- Pakistan
- India
- Bangladesh
- Nigeria
- Egypt
- Indonesia
- Jordan
- Azerbaijan
- Turkey
- Morocco
- Many countries across Asia, Middle East, Africa & Europe
Eligible Levels of Study:
| Program Type | Duration | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s (BA/BSc) | 3–4 years | High school graduates |
| Master’s (MA/MSc) | 1.5–2 years | Applicants with Bachelor’s |
| One-Tier Master’s (Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, etc.) | 5–6 years | High school graduates |
| PhD Programs | 4 years | Master’s degree holders |
| Non-degree Preparatory Courses | 1 year | For students needing language prep |
📌 General Requirements
To be eligible, you must meet the following:
Academic Requirements
- Completed previous degree (high school for Bachelor’s, Bachelor’s for Master’s, Master’s for PhD)
- Strong academic record
- English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL not always mandatory depending on university/program)
Document Requirements
- Application form (online)
- Passport or national ID
- Educational transcripts
- Degree certificates
- Motivation letter
- Two recommendation letters (for Master’s/PhD)
- Medical certificate
- Research plan (for PhD applicants)
Additional Requirements
- Must be from an eligible partner country
- Must not hold Hungarian citizenship
- Must apply through both the Stipendium Hungaricum system and the partner country’s nomination agency
🎓 What the Scholarship Offers (Fully Funded Benefits)
| Benefit | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Completely Free (100%) |
| Monthly Stipend | Bachelor’s & Master’s: 43,700 HUF/month (~$120) PhD: 140,000–180,000 HUF/month (~$380–$490) |
| Accommodation Support | Free dormitory OR monthly housing allowance |
| Health Insurance | Medical insurance up to 120,000 HUF/year |
| Degree Programs in English | Wide variety: Engineering, IT, Business, Social Sciences, Medical Studies, Arts, etc. |
⏳ Deadline for Stipendium Hungaricum 2025–2026
The application deadline for the next cycle is typically:
📅 Deadline: 15 January 2026
- Applications open: November 2025
- Interview / evaluation: March–April 2026
- Final results: June–July 2026
- Arrival in Hungary: September 2026
(Note: Deadlines may slightly vary each year based on the Tempus Public Foundation announcements.)
Apply Officially – Stipendium Hungaricum