Introduction

The aim of the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme is to promote the internationalisation of Hungarian higher education. Established by the Hungarian Government in 2013, it is supervised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and managed by the Tempus Public Foundation. 

The programme aims to attract first-rate international students seeking a study destination where they can be assured of receiving high quality education and who are willing to establish long-lasting personal and professional attachments to this country and its people. When graduates return to their home countries with marketable skills and knowledge, they can build civil, political and economic relationships, thus enhancing Hungary’s international global image and visibility.

The programme is based on bilateral education agreements between Hungary and the governments of approximately 70 sending countries on five continents. The Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship now attracts more than 5,000 international students annually. More than 500 full degree programmes are on offer, at all levels and covering all academic fields.

While studying in Hungary, students will also enjoy an affordable cost of living as well as a safe and welcoming social environment with excellent public transport links and a vibrant cultural and social life. More than 90 percent of our scholarship holders would choose Hungary again, so why don’t you give it a try?

Applications can be made on: https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/apply/

What is covered by the SH Scholarship?

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, one-tier Master’s and non-degree programmes
• No tuition fees
• Monthly stipend of HUF 43,700 (c. €120) contribution to living expenses (at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, for 12 months a year
• Free accommodation in a Hall of Residence (OR a monthly contribution of HUF 40,000 for accommodation costs, for the whole duration of the scholarship period
• Medical insurance – health care services according to the relevant Hungarian legislation
• For students on Doctoral programmes conditions are similar, however the monthly stipend is higher - HUF 140,000 (c. € 390) for the first 4 semesters and HUF 180,000 (c. €500) for the second 4 semesters.
• For more details: https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/about/

Why choose Széchenyi István University?

At Széchenyi István University, SH scholarships are available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, doctoral programmes (preparatory and specialisation courses). Twenty-five out of the thirty-three English-taught international academic programmes currently on offer are supported by the scheme. For more details of our programmes, please see: https://admissions.sze.hu/-study.

By clicking on the Stipendium Hungaricum banner on the above web page, you can read about the Stipendium Hungaricum programme at our university.

Here are just a few more reasons why you should consider coming to study at Széchenyi István, The University of Győr:

• With its 400-year-old city centre, Győr is often described as an architectural jewel
• There are also modern arenas, football stadiums, shopping centres and theatres
• Győr lies on the meeting place of three rivers – one of which runs next to the University
• It is situated in the Heart of Europe - with ease of travel to many countries
• The cost of living is lower than in a capital city
• Premium Quality Education is guaranteed on its 33 English-taught study programmes
• Established mentor system for new international students
• Very safe social environment both on campus and in the city
• Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Győr is a clean and green city
• All international students can choose to live in the modern on-campus accommodation
• Wide choice of sports and extracurricular activities
• Rich cultural experiences in Győr and surroundings