Stipendium Hungaricum 2027 | Fully Funded Hungarian Government Scholarship

The Stipendium Hungaricum 2027 is one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious fully funded government scholarship programmes offering outstanding international students from more than 90 partner countries the opportunity to pursue Bachelor’s, One-Tier Master’s, Master’s, Doctoral (PhD), or Non-Degree programmes at 30+ top Hungarian universities across more than 900 study programmes, with full tuition coverage, a monthly living stipend, free dormitory accommodation or housing allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance — all funded by the Hungarian Government and administered by Tempus Public Foundation. The Stipendium Hungaricum 2027 will cover study beginning in September 2027 at renowned institutions including Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), University of Debrecen, Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), University of Pécs, Corvinus University of Budapest, University of Szeged, and many more. Based on the consistent annual cycle, applications are expected to open in November 2026 with a deadline of approximately 15 January 2027 at 2:00 PM CET. Apply at apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu.

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Detail Description

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme was established by the Hungarian Government in 2013 with the aim of promoting international academic exchange, attracting talented students from around the world to study in Hungary, and strengthening Hungary’s educational and cultural ties with partner nations. The programme is administered by Tempus Public Foundation — Hungary’s leading public foundation for education and international mobility — and has grown from a small programme to one of the largest government-funded scholarship schemes in Europe, now covering 90+ partner countries and offering more than 900 study programmes across 30+ Hungarian universities.

Stipendium Hungaricum scholars study at some of Hungary’s most prestigious institutions, including Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE — Hungary’s oldest and largest university, founded in 1635), Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME — one of the world’s oldest technical universities), Corvinus University of Budapest (ranked in the QS Top 5 in the world for Accounting and Finance in 2024), University of Debrecen (one of Hungary’s largest universities), University of Pécs (Hungary’s first university, founded in 1367), University of Szeged, and many more. Fields of study span Engineering, Medicine, Computer Science, Agriculture, Economics, Law, Architecture, Natural Sciences, Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and many others.

Benefits

For Bachelor’s, One-Tier Master’s, and Master’s Students

For Doctoral (PhD) Students

Eligibility Criteria

• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of an eligible Stipendium Hungaricum partner country. The programme covers 90+ countries worldwide. Check whether your country is a Sending Partner at stipendiumhungaricum.hu/partners. Available study fields and programmes differ from country to country.
• Academic Qualification:
  • For Bachelor’s: High school diploma (or equivalent) required
  • For Master’s / One-Tier Master’s: Bachelor’s degree required
  • For PhD: Master’s degree required
  • For Non-Degree / Preparatory: Check specific programme requirements
• Not a Hungarian citizen: Hungarian citizens are not eligible. Some exceptions may apply — check the Call for Applications for your country.
• Cannot hold two Hungarian state-funded scholarships simultaneously: You cannot receive Stipendium Hungaricum alongside another Hungarian state-funded scholarship at the same time.
• Sending Partner nomination required: Only nominated applicants can proceed with their applications. Your Sending Partner (local Hungarian Embassy, Ministry of Education, or equivalent authority in your country) nominates you after reviewing your application. You must also comply with any additional requirements set by your Sending Partner.
• Self-funded students already at Hungarian universities: Eligible to apply under strict conditions — must be recommended by their current host university AND have a cumulative weighted average above the programme average.
• No age limit: No official age restriction is stated in the programme regulations.

Who is NOT Eligible:

• Hungarian citizens (in most cases)
• Students from countries not covered by a cooperation agreement with Hungary
• Students already holding another Hungarian state-funded scholarship simultaneously
• Applicants who apply directly to universities (must go through SH portal)

Top Hungarian Universities — Where You Can Study

Application Timeline

Required Documents

• Completed online application form — submitted via apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu (DreamApply system)
• Academic transcripts and certificates — official transcripts from all previous institutions. Some language and school certificates may be submitted after the deadline in certain cases — check the Call for Applications section 3.3.
• CV (Europass format recommended)
• Motivation letter — explaining your academic goals, choice of programme, and reasons for applying to study in Hungary
• Passport or National ID card — can apply with national ID and upload signed declaration to obtain passport by 1 August if not yet held
• Language proficiency proof — IELTS is NOT mandatory; English Proficiency Letter from previous institution accepted by many programmes. Check specific programme requirements.
• Medical certificate — using the mandatory template from stipendiumhungaricum.hu — must be signed by a physician. All awardees must also pass a compulsory medical examination in Hungary.
• Two letters of recommendation — required for Master’s and PhD applicants
• Research plan / study plan — mandatory for PhD applicants
• Portfolio — required for Art programme applicants (specific format — see Call for Applications)

Application Process

Step 1: Browse Programmes and Find Your Choice — Start Now

Go to stipendiumhungaricum.hu/study-finder and use the Study Finder tool to filter programmes by language, field of study, and availability in your country. Note: only programmes listed as “available” for your specific Sending Partner country can be selected — available fields differ from country to country. You can choose a maximum of 2 programmes — make both choices carefully. Also check the list of Sending Partners and eligible study fields at stipendiumhungaricum.hu/partners to confirm your country’s eligible fields before applying.

Step 2: Contact Your Sending Partner — Do This First

Your application must be submitted both through the Stipendium Hungaricum portal AND to your Sending Partner. Your Sending Partner may have their own internal deadline — which could be weeks earlier than the portal deadline. Contact your local Hungarian Embassy, Ministry of Education, or designated Sending Partner authority as soon as the 2027 cycle is announced. Ask specifically: (1) what their internal deadline is, (2) what additional documents they require, and (3) how the nomination process works in your country.

Step 3: Register and Upload All Documents on the SH Portal

When the 2027 application cycle opens (~November 2026), register at apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu. Complete your profile, select your two programme choices, and upload all required documents. For PhD applicants: check whether your chosen Doctoral School requires a pre-confirmed supervisor — if so, begin contacting potential supervisors now. Make sure all required fields are filled and all documents are attached in the correct format before submitting.

Step 4: Submit Before ~15 January 2027 at 14:00 CET

Submit your complete application before the deadline. After submitting, you will receive a confirmation email. You can make modifications before the deadline — if you resubmit, check that the status shows “Resubmitted” in the portal. Note: there is only ONE application deadline per year — missed applications cannot be submitted late and must wait until the following year’s cycle. Missing documents like language and school certificates may be submitted after the deadline in certain cases — check section 3.3 of the Call for Applications.

Step 5: Await Nomination and Entrance Exam Invitation

After the deadline, your Sending Partner reviews all applications and nominates the best candidates to Tempus Public Foundation (by ~February 2027). Only nominated applicants proceed. After nomination, the Hungarian universities contact nominated applicants directly to schedule entrance exams (March–May 2027). Entrance exam minimum score is 56 out of 100. PhD applicants may also need to submit a supervisor statement to their chosen Doctoral School by ~15 March 2027.

Step 6: Receive Results and Travel to Hungary

Official results are announced in June/July 2027. Successful scholars receive scholarship offers from Tempus Public Foundation. Travel to Hungary and enroll at your host institution in September 2027. All awardees must pass a compulsory medical examination in Hungary after arrival.

Living and Studying in Hungary

• Work rights: Up to 30 hours per week during teaching periods — full-time (unlimited hours) up to 90 days per year outside teaching periods
• Residency required: Must habitually reside in Hungary during the study period. Absences exceeding 10 consecutive working days must be reported to the host institution.
• Minimum credit requirement: Must earn at least 18 credits on average across the last two active semesters — failure to meet this may result in termination of scholarship status
• Hungarian language: All Bachelor’s and Master’s scholars must complete 2 free semesters of Hungarian language at their host institution — free of charge. PhD scholars are exempt.
• Cannot combine with other scholarships for study outside Hungary: Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders are not entitled to use financial support to participate in other scholarship programmes or partial studies outside Hungary. Exception: attending a conference related to research (not longer than 30 working days) funded by institutional sources or programmes like Erasmus+ is permitted, provided it does not affect the habitual residency requirement.
• Changing programmes: Institution, study programme, or language of study can be changed once per study level — within one year of beginning studies, subject to approval from both host institution and Tempus Public Foundation
• Extension (Bachelor’s/Master’s/One-Tier Master’s only): May apply for up to 2 additional semesters from host institution — extensions are not guaranteed and no stipend or housing allowance is paid during extension periods. PhD students CANNOT extend — the legal framework does not provide the possibility to extend doctoral study periods under Stipendium Hungaricum.

How to Apply

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the Stipendium Hungaricum 2027?

The Stipendium Hungaricum 2027 is a fully funded Hungarian government scholarship programme for international students from 90+ partner countries to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, or Non-Degree studies at 30+ Hungarian universities across 900+ study programmes. Benefits include full tuition, monthly stipend (HUF 43,700 for Bachelor’s/Master’s or HUF 140,000–180,000 for PhD), free dormitory or housing allowance, and medical insurance. Applications for the 2027/2028 academic year are expected to open in November 2026 with a deadline of ~15 January 2027. Apply at apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu.

2. When is the Stipendium Hungaricum 2027 deadline?

The application for the 2027/2028 academic year is expected to open in November 2026 with a deadline of approximately 15 January 2027 at 14:00 (2:00 PM) CET — based on the consistent annual pattern. The official announcement and exact deadline will be published at stipendiumhungaricum.hu when the cycle opens. Note: your local Sending Partner (Hungarian Embassy or Ministry) may have an earlier internal deadline — contact them as soon as the cycle opens.

3. Is Stipendium Hungaricum fully funded?

Yes — the Stipendium Hungaricum is a fully funded scholarship covering: (1) 100% of tuition fees; (2) monthly living stipend of HUF 43,700 (Bachelor’s/Master’s) or HUF 140,000–180,000 (PhD); (3) free dormitory place or HUF 40,000/month housing allowance; (4) full Hungarian medical insurance + HUF 65,000/year supplementary coverage. There is no application fee or admission exam fee.

4. Do I need IELTS for Stipendium Hungaricum 2027?

IELTS is NOT mandatory for Stipendium Hungaricum. Many programmes accept an English Proficiency Letter from your previous educational institution as proof of English language skills. However, specific programmes may have their own language requirements — check the requirements for your chosen programme in the Study Finder at stipendiumhungaricum.hu/study-finder. English proficiency documents can in many cases be submitted after the application deadline — check section 3.3 of the Call for Applications.

5. How many programmes can I apply for?

You can apply for a maximum of 2 programmes in order of preference. Make your choices carefully — you cannot add, remove, or reorder your choices after the application deadline. Both programmes must be from the eligible list for your country. Apply using the Study Finder to confirm that your chosen programmes are “available” for your Sending Partner country before submitting.

6. Do I need to contact the Hungarian university directly?

No — you do not apply directly to Hungarian universities for the Stipendium Hungaricum. All applications go through the online SH portal at apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu, and your documents are forwarded to the universities by Tempus Public Foundation after nomination. However, for PhD applicants, you may need to find and contact a potential supervisor depending on the requirements of your chosen Doctoral School — check the specific Doctoral School’s requirements in the Study Finder.

7. What happens after I submit my application?

After the application deadline, your Sending Partner reviews all applications and nominates the strongest candidates to Tempus Public Foundation by approximately February 2027. Only nominated applicants proceed to the next stage. Nominated applicants are then contacted directly by Hungarian universities for entrance exams (March–May 2027, minimum 56/100 score). Final results are announced in June/July 2027. Successful scholars enroll in September 2027.

Final Thoughts

The Stipendium Hungaricum 2027 is one of Europe’s most generous and comprehensive fully funded scholarship opportunities — offering students from 90+ countries the chance to study at Hungary’s world-class universities in one of Europe’s most vibrant and affordable capitals. With full tuition, a monthly stipend, free dormitory accommodation, and comprehensive medical insurance — all at no application cost — the Stipendium Hungaricum removes every financial barrier to studying in Europe. The 2027/2028 application cycle is expected to open in November 2026. Start researching your programme choices now at stipendiumhungaricum.hu/study-finder, identify your Sending Partner contact in your country, and prepare your documents well in advance of the expected January 2027 deadline. For all official information, visit stipendiumhungaricum.hu or contact stipendiumhungaricum@tpf.hu.