University of Pecs Scholarship Program to Study in Hungary

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme was launched in 2013 by the Hungarian Government as part of the “Eastern and Southern Opening” policy. The scholarship program is managed by Tempus Public Foundation. The program's core mission is to increase the number of foreign students in Hungary and encourage Hungarian higher education institutions to attract top foreign students. Currently, 94 sending partners are engaged in the program. Every year hundreds of international students gain admission to our university with the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship.

• Table of Content
• About Stipendium Hungaricum
• University of Pecs Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Pecs Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Pecs Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Stipendium Hungaricum

The Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme was established by the Hungarian Government to promote the internationalisation of the Hungarian higher education and to attract top foreign students from all around the world who can establish personal and professional attachments to Hungary while enjoying high quality education in the heart of Europe. When the graduates return to their home countries with marketable skills and knowledge,  they can build civil, political and economic relationships, contributing to Hungary’s image and recognition abroad.... read mor... continue reading

University of Pecs Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Pecs Scholarship

• Tuition-free education: exemption from the payment of tuition fees.
• Monthly stipend:
  • non-degree, bachelor, master, and one-tier master level: monthly HUF 43 700 contributions to the living expenses, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies,
  • doctoral level:  monthly HUF 140 000 for 12 months a year until the completion of studies.
• Accommodation: dormitory placement OR a monthly 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 a year/person

Requirements for University of Pecs Scholarship Qualification

Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships are available for bachelor’s, master’s, one-tier master’s, doctoral, non-degree programmes (preparatory courses) and postgraduate specialist training courses.

• Applicant must be up to 18 years and above before applying 
• Must be an International student
• Must be applying to study at university of pecs

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

If you wish to apply to one of our study programs with the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship, you need to apply through the online application system of Tempus Public Foundation and choose your selected study program at the University of Pécs as your first priority. 

For more information, kindly visit University of Pecs scholarship webpage.