The Hungary Government Stipendium Scholarship for the 2025-26 academic year is now accepting applications. Known as the Stipendium Hungaricum, this is Hungary’s premier fully funded scholarship program, providing international students the chance to pursue full-time Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, and even Part-time degrees. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2025. The program covers all expenses and offers over 800 degree programs across a range of disciplines and degree levels.
also see Erasmus Mundus PROMISE Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)
Scholarship Overview
- Country: Hungary
- Funded by: Hungarian Government
- Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, Part-time, One-tier degrees
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: January 15, 2025
About the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship
The Stipendium Hungaricum is Hungary’s flagship government scholarship, established in 2013 and managed by the Tempus Public Foundation under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. It aims to attract students from around the world to Hungarian universities.
Study Programs Available:
- Full-Time Degrees:
- Bachelor’s Programs (2-4 Years)
- Master’s Programs (1.5-2 Years)
- One-Tier Master’s Programs (5-6 Years)
- Non-Degree Programs:
- Hungarian Language Preparatory Courses (1 Year)
- Postgraduate Specialist Training (1-2 Years)
The one-tier master’s program includes specialized fields like medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, architecture, law, veterinary surgery, and forestry engineering.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend
- Accommodation support
- Medical insurance
- Travel reimbursement to and from Hungary
Participating Institutions
Around 30 Hungarian universities are participating in the program, offering over 800 study programs. Visit the Study Finder to explore available programs and universities.
Application Timeline
- Application Deadline: January 15, 2025
- Nomination Process Begins: February 28, 2025
- Second Selection Process: Mid-March 2025
- Medical Certificate Submission: April 15, 2025
- Results Announced: Mid-June 2025
- Visa Application: July-August 2025
- Arrival in Hungary: September 30, 2025
How to Apply for the Hungary Government Stipendium Scholarship 2025
There is no application fee for this scholarship. Each country has a unique application process. Follow these steps to apply:
- Check the Partners Tab: Find the designated sending partner in your country.
- Submit Application Online: Register and apply at apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu.
- Nominated Applications Only: Direct applications to Hungarian universities are not accepted; apply through your country’s designated partner.
- Two Program Choices: Each applicant may select up to two study programs in order of preference.
