Introduction

The University of Szeged (SZTE), one of Hungary’s most prestigious institutions, has opened applications for the National Higher Education Scholarship 2025–2026. This scholarship aims to recognize and reward students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and contribute actively to university life.

The National Higher Education Scholarship is available for students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, or undivided degree programs—whether state-funded or self-financed. Both Hungarian and international students enrolled at the University of Szeged are eligible to apply. To qualify, candidates must have completed at least two semesters and earned a minimum of 55 credits by the time of application.

Scholarship Value & Duration

The National Higher Education Scholarship offers a monthly stipend of HUF 40,000, which is provided for 10 months, covering the entire academic year (2025–2026). This support allows students to focus more on their studies and research while reducing financial pressure.

The University of Szeged expects to award this scholarship to approximately 108 students based on academic excellence, scientific achievements, and social contributions. Students who complete their degree earlier can continue receiving the scholarship if they enroll in another program for the spring semester.

Eligibility Criteria & Evaluation

Applicants are assessed on three main components:

Academic Excellence – Strong academic record and top performance in faculty rankings.
Professional or Scientific Activity – Research participation, publications, or involvement in conferences.
Community & Extracurricular Work – Social, cultural, and sports activities contribute to up to 10% of the total evaluation score.

Applicants must not have any failed compulsory subjects or disciplinary actions during the evaluation period.

Application Process & Deadline

Applications must be submitted online via the Modulo system of the University of Szeged. Students must ensure that all grades and credits are properly recorded in the Neptun system before applying.

The selection committee will review applications, and successful candidates will receive the scholarship starting from the next academic session.