Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships

Tempus Public Foundation, Hungary

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of the listed partner countries (mostly EU/EEA countries plus Canada, Switzerland, the UK and the USA; some places go through sending-country offices in Poland, Croatia and Slovenia). B2 language level and a preliminary acceptance from a Hungarian institution. This is separate from Stipendium Hungaricum, which is for developing countries.

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About this opportunity

Hungary's scholarships for citizens of partner countries that do not take part in Stipendium Hungaricum. Short study visits and summer university courses are offered through separate calls.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of the listed partner countries (mostly EU/EEA countries plus Canada, Switzerland, the UK and the USA; some places go through sending-country offices in Poland, Croatia and Slovenia). B2 language level and a preliminary acceptance from a Hungarian institution. This is separate from Stipendium Hungaricum, which is for developing countries.
2. Note the deadline. Feb (annual; the 2026/27 round closed on 19 Feb 2026 at 23:00 CET - the next round is expected to close in Feb 2027) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Application form; academic documents; invitation or work plan where required.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Based on the relevant call and country-specific arrangements

Profile of past winners

Varies by category

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Tips from our advisors

1. Check the country list and the specific call; dates and benefits differ by category
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
6. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
7. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships?

Citizens of the listed partner countries (mostly EU/EEA countries plus Canada, Switzerland, the UK and the USA; some places go through sending-country offices in Poland, Croatia and Slovenia). B2 language level and a preliminary acceptance from a Hungarian institution. This is separate from Stipendium Hungaricum, which is for developing countries.

What does Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships cover?

Full state-funded tuition plus a small monthly stipend (HUF 56,600 for bachelor's and master's, HUF 140,000 - 180,000 for doctoral studies); travel, visa and accommodation are not covered

When is the deadline for Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships?

Feb (annual; the 2026/27 round closed on 19 Feb 2026 at 23:00 CET - the next round is expected to close in Feb 2027) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships?

Host countries: Hungary.

What documents do I need for Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships?

Application form; academic documents; invitation or work plan where required.

How are applicants selected for Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships?

Based on the relevant call and country-specific arrangements

How much work is the Hungarian Bilateral State Scholarships application?

Medium