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Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for International Students Offered by the Government of Hungary
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The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program by the Government of Hungary provides overseas students with the opportunity to study in Hungary for free in any subject. This scholarship for international students has the main goal of expanding the number of international students in Hungary and encouraging Hungarian universities to recruit excellent international students. The Tempus Public Foundation is in charge of the program.
**Application deadline:** January 15, 2022
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for International Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/stipendium-hungaricum-scholarships-for-international-students-offered-by-the-government-of-hungary/#h-benefits-of-the-stipendium-hungaricum-scholarships-for-international-students)
- [List of Eligible Countries](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/stipendium-hungaricum-scholarships-for-international-students-offered-by-the-government-of-hungary/#h-list-of-eligible-countries)
- [Eligibility Criteria Set by the Government of Hungary](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/stipendium-hungaricum-scholarships-for-international-students-offered-by-the-government-of-hungary/#h-eligibility-criteria-set-by-the-government-of-hungary)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/stipendium-hungaricum-scholarships-for-international-students-offered-by-the-government-of-hungary/#h-how-to-apply)
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## Benefits of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for International Students
Under the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program, recipients are entitled to the following benefits:
- Tuition-free education
- exemption from the payment of tuition fee
- Monthly stipend
- non-degree, bachelor, master and one-tier master level: monthly amount of HUF 40 460 (cca EUR 130) contribution to the living expenses in Hungary, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies
- doctoral level: according to the current Hungarian legislation, the monthly amount of scholarship is HUF 140 000 (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.
- Accommodation
- dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 40 000 to accommodation costs for the whole duration of the scholarship period
- Medical insurance
- 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
Duration of candidate’s chosen program:
- Bachelor programs: Fulltime: **2-4 years.** Partial: **1 or 2 semesters**
- Master programs: Fulltime: **1.5-2 years.** Partial: **1 or 2 semesters**
- One-tier master programs: Fulltime: **5-6 years** Partial: **1 or 2 semesters**
- Doctoral programs: Fulltime: **2+2 years** Partial: **1 or 2 semesters**
- Non-degree programs:
- Preparatory course in Hungarian language: **1 year**
- Other preparatory and specialization courses: **up to 1 year**
## List of Eligible 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 partial study 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.
## Eligibility Criteria Set by the Government of Hungary
Applications will not be considered in the following cases:
- Hungarian citizens (including those with dual citizenships)
- former Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Holders, who are re-applying for studies in the same cycle of education (non-degree studies, bachelor, master, doctoral level) including both full time and partial study programs
## How to Apply
To start your application process, click here to open the [online application interface](https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu/). All applications shall be submitted through the online application system of Tempus Public Foundation. After registration, the applicants are able to access the application system and upload the required documents. Click here to visit the online registration interface.
Other helpful guides and instructions for your Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship application can be found below:
[Dos and Don’ts](https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/uploads/2020/03/ApplicationDosandDonts.pdf) – Click here to find out how to prepare your application and the supporting documents for submission so they meet all the requirements.
[Checklist of application documents](https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/uploads/2020/03/website_Checklist.pdf) – Click here to see the application guide, documents required for application and the submission deadline to each type of scholarship.
[Medical certificate](https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/uploads/2021/04/mandatory_medical_certificate_template.pdf) – Click here to download the mandatory medical certificate form.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the PhD level
- Willing to study in Hungary
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
- Demonstrated financial need (most fully funded sponsors verify household income)
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Financial-need declaration or family-income statement (sponsor-specific template)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for International Students Offered by the Government of Hungary?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the PhD level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Hungary for the duration of the programme.
Is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for International Students Offered by the Government of Hungary fully funded?+
Funding model: Fully Funded. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.