Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme

Government of Hungary / Tempus Public Foundation

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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

Only citizens of countries with an education-cooperation agreement with Hungary can apply, and only nominated applicants proceed (the sending partner in your country nominates). Pass the university entrance exam (minimum 56/100). Choose up to 2 programmes from about 30 universities. Check your country on the Partners page.

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About this opportunity

Government scholarship for full-degree and selected partial studies at participating Hungarian higher education institutions

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Only citizens of countries with an education-cooperation agreement with Hungary can apply, and only nominated applicants proceed (the sending partner in your country nominates). Pass the university entrance exam (minimum 56/100). Choose up to 2 programmes from about 30 universities. Check your country on the Partners page.
2. Note the deadline. Dec – Jan 15 (annual; the 2026/27 call closed on 15 Jan 2026 at 14:00 CET - the 2027/28 call should open around Dec 2026 and close in mid-Jan 2027) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Online application; academic records; identity documents; other documents specified by call.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Country nomination and institutional assessment; requirements vary by programme

Profile of past winners

Varies by annual allocation

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Tips from our advisors

1. Check eligible fields for your citizenship before selecting programmes
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. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme?

Only citizens of countries with an education-cooperation agreement with Hungary can apply, and only nominated applicants proceed (the sending partner in your country nominates). Pass the university entrance exam (minimum 56/100). Choose up to 2 programmes from about 30 universities. Check your country on the Partners page.

What does Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme cover?

Free tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution and medical insurance; free Hungarian classes for full-time bachelor's and master's students

When is the deadline for Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme?

Dec – Jan 15 (annual; the 2026/27 call closed on 15 Jan 2026 at 14:00 CET - the 2027/28 call should open around Dec 2026 and close in mid-Jan 2027) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme?

Host countries: Hungary.

What documents do I need for Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme?

Online application; academic records; identity documents; other documents specified by call.

How are applicants selected for Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme?

Country nomination and institutional assessment; requirements vary by programme

How much work is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme application?

High