✨ Should I Apply for University of Pécs Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship?
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Highly competitive, varies significantly by the applicant's country of origin
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Full tuition waiver plus monthly living stipend and housing support
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Duration
Full length of the degree program (2 to 6 years depending on level)
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Deadline
January 15th annually
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Fields
Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts, Natural Sciences, Business, Health Sciences
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Awards/Year
Approximately 5,000 globally with hundreds allocated to the University of Pécs
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Provider
Tempus Public Foundation and the Government of Hungary
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Acceptance
Estimated 5% - 15% depending on the specific faculty and country quota
The Stipendium Hungaricum is the Hungarian Government's premier international scholarship program, facilitating studies for thousands of international students at the University of Pécs in a variety of disciplines.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to international students from partner countries who meet the academic entry requirements for their chosen program.
🏛️ Host University
University of Pécs
🤝 Sponsor
Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
🔬 Fields of Study
Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts, Natural Sciences, Business, Health Sciences
✨ Key Benefits
Provides full tuition coverage, a monthly living allowance, free housing or a rental subsidy, and comprehensive health insurance.
🎯 Target Students
International students from designated partner countries
🏷 Tags
Hungary
Fully Funded
International Students
Europe
University of Pecs
Merit-based
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes, 100% of tuition fees are covered for the duration of the program
Living Stipend
HUF 43,790 per month for Bachelor/Master; HUF 140,000 - 180,000 per month for PhD
Total Award
Full tuition waiver plus mon
✈️ Travel: Not included; international travel costs must be covered by the student
🏠 Accommodation: Free dormitory place or a monthly contribution of HUF 40,000 toward private rental
💊 Health Insurance: Health insurance services and supplementary medical insurance up to HUF 65,000 per year
🔄 Renewable: Yes
💳 App Fee: Free for the scholarship application; some local partners may have administrative fees
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes, 100% of tuition fees are covered for the duration of the program
🏠 Living Stipend
HUF 43,790 per month for Bachelor/Master; HUF 140,000 - 180,000 per month for PhD
🏡 Accommodation
Free dormitory place or a monthly contribution of HUF 40,000 toward private rental
✈️ Travel Allowance
Not included; international travel costs must be covered by the student
💊 Health Insurance
Health insurance services and supplementary medical insurance up to HUF 65,000 per year
🎁 Other Benefits
Visa assistance, library access, and free Hungarian language courses
📋 Renewal Conditions
Must maintain academic progress and remain a resident in Hungary during the study period
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Citizens of eligible sending partner countries who are at least 18 years old
🎓 Academic Level
Bachelor, Master, One-tier Master, PhD, and Non-degree programs
📊 Minimum GPA
Varies by program, but a competitive academic record (3.0/4.0 or equivalent) is expected
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 5.5-6.5, TOEFL iBT 66-93, or equivalent depending on the specific department
🎂 Age Limit
Applicants must be at least 18 years old by August 31st of the application year
💼 Work Experience
Not required for most programs; mandatory for specific MBA and PhD tracks
🏆 Leadership
Not mandatory, but evidence of leadership is beneficial for the motivation letter
💰 Financial Need
Not a requirement; the scholarship is based primarily on academic merit
🎯 Target Students
International students from designated partner countries
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes, a detailed Letter of Motivation is a mandatory part of the application
Rec Letters
Yes, typically two letters of recommendation for PhD and some Master's applicants
Interview
Yes, most departments conduct an online academic interview or entrance exam
Application Fee
Free for the scholarship application; some local partners may have administrative fees
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Yes, typically two letters of recommendation for PhD and some Master's applicants Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- IELTS 5.5-6.5, TOEFL iBT 66-93, or equivalent depending on the specific department
- Interview: Yes, most departments conduct an online academic interview or entrance exam
- Min GPA: Varies by program, but a competitive academic record (3.0/4.0 or equivalent) is expected
📋 Application Process
Ensure your motivation letter is specific to the University of Pécs and clearly explains why you chose Hungary.
💡 Insider Tip: Double-check that your sending partner country supports your specific field of study before applying.