The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program 2026-2027 offers an excellent opportunity for international students to study at top Hungarian universities. This fully funded scholarship, initiated by the Hungarian Government, promotes global educational cooperation, supports talented international students, and strengthens the internationalization of Hungarian higher education institutions.

The program provides full-time and partial study opportunities in Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-tier Master’s, Doctoral, and Non-degree programs. With more than 31 participating institutions and a wide variety of academic fields, it ensures high-quality education, cultural exposure, and personal growth for students worldwide.

🔆 Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2026-2027 Overview (Host, Funding, Degree Levels & Duration)
Host Country:
✅ Hungary

Funded By:
✅ Hungarian Government

Degree Levels:
✅ Bachelor’s Degree Programs
✅ Master’s Degree Programs
✅ One-tier Master’s Degree Programs
✅ Doctoral Programs
✅ Non-degree Programs

Scholarship Duration:
✅ Bachelor’s: 2–4 Years
✅ Master’s: 1.5–2 Years
✅ One-tier Master’s: 5–6 Years
✅ Doctoral: 4 Years
✅ Non-degree: 1 Year

🔆 Benefits

For Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-tier Master’s, Non-degree & Postgraduate Specialist Training Courses:
✅ No tuition fees
✅ Monthly stipend: HUF 43,700 (~EUR 110)
✅ Free dormitory accommodation or HUF 40,000 (~EUR 100) housing allowance
✅ Medical insurance

For PhD Programs:
✅ No tuition fees
✅ Monthly stipend:
   • HUF 140,000 (~EUR 355) for first 4 semesters
   • HUF 180,000 (~EUR 460) for next 4 semesters
✅ Free dormitory accommodation or HUF 40,000 (~EUR 100) housing allowance
✅ Full health care services + additional medical insurance up to HUF 65,000 (~EUR 165) per year

🔆 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Applicants must be from eligible partner countries
✅ Bachelor’s applicants must hold a high school graduation certificate
✅ Master’s applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree
✅ Doctoral applicants must hold a Master’s degree
✅ Applicants for one-tier or non-degree programs must provide a student status certificate
✅ Must be nominated by the sending partner authorities
✅ Excellent academic record

🔆 How to Apply
✅ Apply online via the Tempus Public Foundation portal (DreamApply)
✅ Fill in all personal details accurately
✅ Complete all required fields based on the degree level
✅ Submit the application on the online system
✅ Apply separately through your sending partner (country authority)
✅ Accept the “Statement for Application” in the system
✅ Follow detailed instructions in the published application manuals

Dos:
✅ Read all requirements carefully
✅ Confirm program details through official platforms
✅ PhD applicants must contact potential supervisors in advance
✅ Use a valid and reliable email (preferably Gmail)
✅ Submit applications before the deadline
✅ Keep login credentials safe

Don’ts:
❌ Don’t apply for mismatched study levels
❌ Don’t switch study modes after submission
❌ Don’t upload documents exceeding 4 MB
❌ Don’t apply through unverified agencies

🔆 Require Documents
✅ Online application form
✅ One-page motivation letter (Times New Roman 12, Hungarian format)
✅ Proof of language proficiency
✅ Academic transcripts
✅ School certificates
✅ Copy of passport/ID
✅ Medical certificate
✅ Portfolio/Audio portfolio (for art & music applicants)

🔆 Deadline
✅ 15 January 2025