University of Pecs Scholarship 2025

The University of Pécs in Hungary is among the largest tertiary institutions in Europe. It was founded in 1367 at the request of King Louis I the Great, Pope Urban V. The University of Pecs, via the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship, offers fully funded aid to international students seeking to pursue their undergraduate or graduate studies in Hungary.

Stipendium Hungaricum is a program created and funded by the Government of Hungary that provides complete coverage of the applicant’s tuition, accommodation, healthcare, and monthly stipend.

Every year, hundreds of students from countries around the world gain admission to the University of Pecs courtesy of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship, which has 94 sending partners engaged in the program. In 2013, the Hungarian Government launched the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program as part of the “Eastern and Southern Opening” policy.

Managed by Tempus Public Foundation, the program’s core mission is to increase the number of international students in Hungary and encourage Hungarian higher education institutions to attract top international students.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees at the University of Pecs, Hungary, differ for both domestic and international students. However, the general cost of studying at Pecs falls within the range of 5,000 euros—16,750 euros.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the University of Pecs Scholarship, you must;

• Be an international student.
• Not be less than 18 years old by August 2025.
• Be applying to an eligible undergraduate program.
• Be applying to an eligible master’s program.
• Be applying to an eligible PhD program available at the University of Pecs.
• Meet the requirements and conditions for your chosen program.

Scholarship Benefits

The University of Pecs Scholarship provides recipients with tuition-free education – which means exemption from the payment of tuition fees. A monthly stipend of HUF 43,700 will also be provided for non-degree, bachelor, master, and one-tier master level for the living expenses for a year until the completion of studies.

Doctorate students will receive a stipend of HUF 140,000 per month for a year. Additionally, they will be given medical insurance and dormitory placement or a monthly contribution of HUF 40,000 to cover accommodation costs.

Application Procedure

Outlined below are the steps to apply for the University of Pecs Scholarship:

• Apply through the online application system of Tempus Public Foundation.
• Register in the system by providing your basic personal information. Please ensure you fill in your citizenship correctly, as this enables you to see the available study programs.
• Take note of your unique applicant access code.
• Log in to the system with your unique applicant access code.
• Select a study program at the University of Pécs as your priority.
• You can choose a maximum of two study programs (as first and second priorities).
• Upload the necessary documents and submit your application.

Deadline/Expiration: January 15, 2025

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