Bilateral State Scholarships
Overview
These scholarships support foreign students, researchers, and lecturers for partial/semester studies, full degree programs, or short research stays in Hungary. They are managed by the Tempus Public Foundation.
Eligibility Requirements
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of a country that has a bilateral agreement with Hungary.
- Status: Open to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, as well as post-doctoral researchers.
- Acceptance: For research stays, you usually need a letter of invitation from a Hungarian host institution.
How to Apply
- Identify if your home country has an active bilateral agreement with Hungary.
- Apply via the Tempus Public Foundation online system.
- Be nominated by your home country’s national scholarship office.
Expert Tips & Tricks
💡 Tip: If you are applying for a short-term research stay, finding a willing supervisor or host institution in Hungary before you apply is the most critical step.