Applications are invited for Eotvos Lorand University Scholarships to pursue BA/BSc (undergraduate; 3 years);  MA/MSc (graduate; 2 years);  PhD studies (doctoral; 2+2 years) and one-cycle BA+MA (5 years).

Stipendium Hungaricum is a scholarship program for foreign students, founded by the Hungarian Government in 2013. The program aims to promote cultural understanding, economic and cultural relations between Hungary and other countries.

Eotvos Lorand University is a Hungarian public research university based in Budapest. Founded in 1635, ELTE is one of the largest and the most prestigious public higher education institutions in Hungary.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing BA/BSc (undergraduate; 3 years);  MA/MSc (graduate; 2 years);  PhD studies (doctoral; 2+2 years) and one-cycle BA+MA (5 years).

Study Subject: ELTE, offers a wide range of degree programs to Stipendium Hungaricum students.

Fields of studies: Faculty of Education and Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Informatics, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Science and Faculty of Social Sciences

Scholarship Award: Relevant for every full-time scholarship holder

• No tuition fee
• Monthly stipend:

In case of non-degree, BA/BSc, MA/MSc and one-tier master level programs: HUF 40,460 /month (cca EUR 130) contribution to the living expenses in Hungary, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies

In case of doctoral programs: HUF 140,000 /month (cca EUR 450) for the first phase of education (4 semesters) and HUF 180 000 (cca EUR 580) for the second phase (4 semesters), for 12 months a year, until completion of studies

• Dormitory place or additional contribution to accommodation costs: HUF 40,000 (EUR 130)
• Health care services according to the relevant Hungarian legislation (Act No. 80 of 1997, national health insurance card) and supplementary medical insurance for up to HUF 65 000 (cca EUR 205) a year/person

Scholarship can be taken in Hungry

Eligibility: Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships are available for bachelor, master, one-tier master, doctoral and non-degree programmes (preparatory and specialisation courses). Both full-time and part-time study modes are available in case of bachelor, master, one-tier master and doctoral studies.

Nationality: The scholarship can be awarded to citizens of the next countries:

• For full-time programs, students can apply from the following sending partners: Arab Republic of Egypt, Argentine Republic, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Georgia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Japan, Kingdom of Cambodia, Kingdom of Morocco, Kurdistan Regional Government/Iraq, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lebanese Republic, Mongolia, Oriental Republic of Uruguay, Palestine, People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, People’s Republic of China (including the Hudec scholarships), Republic of Albania, Republic of Angola, Republic of Azerbaijan, Republic of Belarus, Republic of Colombia, Republic of Ecuador, Republic of Ghana, Republic of India, Republic of Indonesia, Republic of Iraq, Republic of Kazakhstan, Republic of Kenya, Republic of Korea, Republic of Kosovo, Republic of Macedonia (FYROM is used at OSCE, UN, CoE, EU and NATO fora), Republic of Moldova, Republic of Namibia, Republic of Paraguay, Republic of Serbia, Republic of South Africa, Republic of the Philippines, Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Republic of Turkey, Republic of Yemen, Russian Federation, Socialist Republic of Vietnam, State of Israel, Syrian Arab Republic, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Tunisian Republic, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Mexican States
• For part-time programs, students can apply from the following sending partners: Georgia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan, Kingdom of Cambodia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lebanese Republic, Mongolia, People’s Republic of China (only Hudec applicants), Republic of Albania, Republic of Belarus, Republic of India, Republic of Korea, Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Republic of Turkey, Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Russian Federation, Syrian Arab Republic, United Mexican States

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Admission requirements and application procedures might differ for the programs, depending on the academic level and field of study.

English Language Requirement: Applicants are eligible to apply only if they meet the minimum language criteria set by the chosen host higher education institution. Study programmes in the English language: students shall have a level of English proficiency required by the host institution. Study programmes in the Hungarian language: students shall participate in a one-year preparatory Hungarian language course before starting their higher education studies. In addition to the Hungarian language, subjects related to the chosen field of studies will also be taught in Hungarian. Study programmes in other languages: students shall have a level of proficiency in the language of the study programme required by the host institution.

How to Apply: Applicants need to submit their application to Tempus Public Foundation and to the responsible authority of the Sending Partner of their country.

Application Form

Application Deadline: The deadline for submitting the application to Tempus Public Foundation and to Sending Partner is March 5, 2017.

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