Stipendium Hungaricum
Hungary's government scholarship: tuition-free study at Hungarian universities with a monthly stipend.
- Country
- Hungary
- Funding
- Fully funded
- Level
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhD (separate call)
- Status
- Opens soon
- Dates
- The 2026/27 round closed on 15 January 2026 (2 p.m. Central European Time). The 2027/28 round is not confirmed yet. The last round opened on 14 November 2025.
- Who can apply
- Read the Call for Applications to see if your country takes part and how to apply.
- What it covers
- Tuition-free education, a monthly stipend, an accommodation contribution and medical insurance.
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Last checked against official sources on 5 November 2026. Dates and rules change, so confirm on the official page.
What it is
Stipendium Hungaricum is the Hungarian government's scholarship for students from partner countries. You choose study programmes at Hungarian universities and apply through one online system.
What it covers
The official page for the 2026/27 round lists: tuition-free education, a monthly stipend, an accommodation contribution, medical insurance and a student ID.
When to apply
The 2026/27 round closed on 15 January 2026. The round before it opened on 14 November 2025. If the same pattern holds, the next round may open in mid-November 2026, but we have not confirmed this. Check the official news page every few days.
How to apply
- When the new round is announced, download the Call for Applications (bachelor's, master's and non-degree programmes) and the Application Guide.
- In the Call, check that your country is on the list of partner countries and read how applicants from your country must apply.
- Apply in the official system: https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu/
- Choose your programmes carefully. Each university has its own entry requirements.
Questions can go to the programme's contact email: stipendiumhungaricum@tpf.hu
Prepare now
Get your certificates and transcripts in order, start your personal statement, and ask your teachers for recommendation letters early.