Why Hungary?

 

Hungarian higher education has been representing academic excellence for more than 650 years. The first university was founded in 1367 in Pécs, the Southern region of Hungary. Today, there are 64 accredited higher education institutions in Hungary and 4 foreign higher education institutions operating in Hungary with a license, ranging from minor universities of applied sciences to top research universities. 

There are 6 statefunded, 37 privately-funded and 21 church-funded institutions to choose from. As a result of our institutions’ internationalisation process all students can find what fits their interests the best: institutions offer more than 700 courses in English, German, French and other languages. The foreign language programmes are of a high standard and tuition fees are very favourable when compared to its competitors.

The range of study fields students can choose from is wide:

  • Agricultural science
  • Arts Education, Arts, Arts and Humanities
  • Computer Science and Information Technology
  • Economic Science
  • Engineering Science
  • Health Science
  • Legal Science
  • Natural Science
  • Political Science and Public Governance
  • Religion and Theology
  • Social Science
  • Sport Science
  • Teacher Training

 

 

The largest institutions offer courses in all study fields while smaller institutions have programmes in a few specific areas. Students can earn double degrees at many universities through joint degree programmes in which the Hungarian university works together with another European higher education institution. In case of applying for these programmes students enrol in both universities and obtain a double degree from both institutions.

Higher education studies are offered at two types of higher education institutions: egyetem (university) and főiskola (college), both of them may offer courses in all three training cycles: Bachelor course, Master course and Doctoral course.

Although the degree structure is divided in most courses, there are some integrated (one-tier) programmes where the Bachelor level and the Master level is unified: veterinary medicine, architecture, dentistry, pharmaceutics, law and medicine. These one-tier programmes consist of 10-12 semesters (5-6 years) and by the end of the last year you must have 300 to 360 credits completed.

Within a Doctoral programme, you need to complete 240 credits within 4 years of study. At the end of the fourth semester, a comprehensive examination must be taken. After a successful examination, the last 2 years of the doctoral programme are about conducting the research and writing your dissertation, which can be extended with one more year.

For detailed information on studies, regulations and also general information about life in Hungary, please visit the Study in Hungary website.

 

 

 

 

Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme

 

General information

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme was launched in 2013 by the Hungarian Government with the aim of providing opportunities for international students to pursue their higher education studies in Hungary. The scholarship programme is managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and co-ordinated by Tempus Public Foundation. The programme is based on bilateral educational cooperation agreements signed between the Ministries responsible for education in the sending countries/territories and Hungary. The Sultanate of Oman is currently provided with 50 scholarship places per academic year.

 

 

The scholarship program offers both full degree and partial study opportunities in the three-cycle degree structure (bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes), mostly in the English language; however, other foreign language study programmes are also available. Students can also apply for a one-year Hungarian language preparatory training course, following which they can pursue their higher education studies in the Hungarian language.

Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders are encouraged to focus on their academic advancement during their stay in Hungary, as all their tuition fees are covered, and their accommodation and living costs are supported as well. Upon finishing their studies, a European degree in hand provides graduates with a wide range of opportunities in the global job market.

The number of Stipendium Hungaricum applicants and awardees is continuously increasing, as well as the number of available scholarship places. In 2024, more than 66,000 applications were received, and nearly 4,500 scholarships were awarded, showing that since its launch, the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship has become a programme of excellence.

 

 

Application procedure

We have the pleasure to inform you that the DreamApply online application system for Stipendium Hungaricum applicants is open. The available study programmes and Host Institutions are accessible in the online application system.
Please note that you can only apply for these study programmes within the framework of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme.

Applicants are eligible to apply only for those scholarship types and study fields that are determined in the educational cooperation programmes in effect between Hungary and the specific Sending Partner. Please see the full list of available study fields regarding your sending country.
Applicants who are citizens of a country that has entered into a cooperation agreement with Hungary both independently and as part of a larger alliance may choose any framework but may only apply for the courses included in the given framework.

If you wish to see the list of programmes available, check out the Study Finder.

If you would like to be updated about the current news, follow the official website and the Facebook page of the programme!

 

  • Application to Tempus Public Foundation

All applications shall be submitted through the online application system of Tempus Public Foundation. After registration, the applicants can access the application system and upload the required documents. Applications should be submitted; only saved applications will not be considered. Please note that no applications will be accepted without the online submission and after the deadline. No hard copies are required. A guide for the online system will be available to download from the www.stipendiumhungaricum.hu website.

The deadline for submitting the complete application: 15 January 2025, 2 p.m. (Central European Time)

 

  • Application to the Sending Partners

All applications shall also be submitted to the responsible authority of the Sending Partner. Each Sending Partner might have different deadlines and requirements for submitting the application material. Applicants are strongly advised to contact the responsible authority at their Sending Partner as soon as possible and inquire about the exact procedures.
The responsible authority of the Sending Partner will review and pre-select the applications. A nomination list, including a reserve list, will be forwarded to Tempus Public Foundation by the Sending Partner until the end of February 2025. Applications will be considered only if the applicant is nominated. No other applications will be considered.
Exceptions are made for applicants who previously achieved first, second or third place at the National Scientific Student Conference and who receive automatic nomination with the unique consent of the minister responsible for foreign policy.