The clock is ticking for one of Europe’s most prestigious fully funded study opportunities. With just one week remaining, international students who wish to begin their studies in September 2026 under the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship must act fast to secure their place.
Every year, thousands of students from around the world compete for this life-changing scholarship that removes the financial barriers to studying in Europe. If Hungary has been on your academic radar, this is your last chance to turn that plan into reality for the 2026 intake.
The Deadline You Cannot Afford to Miss!
The final deadline to submit a complete application for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2026 is:
15 January 2026 at 2:00 PM (Central European Time)
Applicants are strongly advised not to wait until the last day. As the deadline approaches, the online application system experiences a surge in traffic, which can lead to delays, slower uploads, and technical disruptions. Submitting early gives you peace of mind and protects your application from last-minute risks.
Why the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Matters?
This is not just another scholarship. The Stipendium Hungaricum Programme is a flagship initiative of the Hungarian Government designed to attract talented international students to Hungary’s top universities.
Successful applicants receive a comprehensive funding package that typically includes:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- A monthly stipend to support living expenses
- Accommodation support or housing allowance
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Access to high-quality education across Europe
From engineering, IT, and medicine to business, social sciences, and the arts, the program supports a wide range of degree fields at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.
How to Apply in the Final Week?
If you are applying now, efficiency and accuracy matter more than ever.
You should submit your application through the official Stipendium Hungaricum online system:
stipendiumhungaricum.hu/apply/.
Before completing your submission, carefully review the official Application Guide for the 2026/27 academic year, which explains eligibility criteria, required documents, and the step-by-step process: https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu/news/new/136-one-week-left-apply-stipendium-hungaricum-scholarship.