Students across the Western Balkans looking for an affordable and high-quality European master’s degree now have a new pathway to Slovenia. The Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of Slovenia has officially opened its 2026 scholarship call, offering generous financial support to eligible foreign citizens from selected Western Balkan countries.
This scholarship program aims to strengthen regional academic collaboration and support students pursuing master’s degrees in high-demand fields such as engineering, ICT, healthcare, and natural sciences. With financial support designed to ease living expenses and a clear pathway to study in Slovenia, this opportunity is ideal for candidates planning to begin their master’s studies in October 2026.
The scholarship is available specifically for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Serbia who wish to pursue master’s studies in Slovenia in approved academic fields. The total number of awards available has not been officially specified in the public call.
Your European Study Budget Just Got Easier: Financial Plan of the Slovenia Scholarship
This scholarship is structured to help students focus on academics while managing living costs in Slovenia. Successful candidates receive financial support throughout their study period.
- Annual financial support of €9,600 to cover living expenses
- Monthly allowance distributed for accommodation, food, and daily costs
- Funding valid for the approved master’s study period
- Designed to support students in technical, scientific, healthcare, and social fields
- Financial support begins with the official start of studies in Slovenia
Who Gets the Golden Ticket: Eligibility Requirements You Must Meet
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet all residency, academic, and nationality requirements for this Slovenia scholarship scheme.
- Must be a citizen of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, or Serbia
- Must apply for or be enrolled in a master’s program in selected fields in Slovenia
- Eligible fields include natural sciences, ICT, engineering, healthcare, agriculture, construction, and social security
- Must have registered temporary residence in Slovenia by the application deadline or hold power of attorney through a Slovenia-based representative
- Must reside in Slovenia during studies starting from 1 October 2026
- Must submit a temporary residence permit application for study purposes by 1 October 2026
- Residence permit application can be submitted at a Slovenian embassy abroad or administrative unit in Slovenia
From Interest to Enrollment: Simple and Interactive Application Process
Applying for this Slovenia scholarship is a structured but straightforward process if you follow each step carefully.
Start by confirming your eligibility and securing admission or application to a master’s program in one of the approved study fields in Slovenia. Next, prepare all required documents including proof of nationality, academic records, and residence documentation or power of attorney if you are not yet residing in Slovenia.
Complete the official scholarship application form and compile all supporting documents exactly as required. Place your complete application package in an envelope clearly marked “for the 380th public call” and submit it to the Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of Slovenia at Dunajska 20, 1000 Ljubljana.
Once submitted, ensure your temporary residence registration or residence permit process is completed before 1 October 2026, as you must legally reside in Slovenia when your studies begin.
Mark This Date: Final Deadline to Apply!
The last date to apply for the Slovenia Scholarships for Foreign Citizens from Western Balkans for master’s studies in 2026 is 2 September 2026.