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  • 40 Romanian Fully Funded Scholarship for 2026-2027

    40 Romanian Fully Funded Scholarship for 2026-2027

    Opportunity Details

    Degree

    Bachelor, Master and PhD

    Language Requirement

    Not Required

    Fields of study

    Various fields

    Opportunity Type

    Fully Funded

    Gender

    Male Female

    Language of Instruction

    Romania Language

    Application Fee Required

    No

     

    About

    The Romanian Government has announced 40 fully funded scholarships for international students to study at accredited public universities in Romania. The scholarships are available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and selected medical residency programs.

    This opportunity can change your future-study in Europe, experience an international environment, and receive quality education while enjoying affordable living costs. Students with strong academic backgrounds have a great chance to be selected through a competitive application process.

    If you are searching for a life-changing scholarship opportunity, Romania could be your next destination. Don’t miss the chance to continue your education in one of Europe’s growing study destinations.

    Scholarship Details

    Application Deadline: 12 June, 2026

    Fields of Study

    • Economics & Business Administration
    • Agricultural Sciences
    • Technical & Engineering Sciences
    • Oil and Gas

    Not Eligible Fields:

    • Dental Medicine
    • Dentistry
    • Pharmacy

    Study Level

    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Master’s Degree
    • PhD Programs

    Host Country: Romania

    Language Instruction: Romani

    Number of Scholarship: 40

    Gender: Male/Female

    Persons are not eligible for this Scholarship;

    • Romanian citizens and those belonging to historical Romanian communities near Romania (they have other programs).
    • Applicants for or under any form of protection in Romania.
    • Stateless persons permitted to stay in Romania and recognized under Romanian law.
    • Members (and their families) of diplomatic/consular corps, administrative/technical staff of diplomatic missions, and international organizations based in Romania.
    • Previous scholarship recipients who have already benefited from a Romanian state scholarship for the same cycle of studies.
    • Long-term residents with a permanent residence permit in Romania.

    Scholarship Benefit

    • Exemption from application and registration fees
    • No payment required for Romanian language tests or doctoral admission exams
    • Full tuition fee coverage for the Romanian language preparatory year
    • Full tuition fee coverage for Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, or eligible postgraduate studies
    • Monthly scholarship allowance during the preparatory year and throughout the study program
    • Accommodation support in student dormitories within the available budget
    • Medical assistance for emergencies and epidemic-related diseases according to Romanian law
    • Access to local public transportation and domestic railway, road, and naval transport under the same conditions offered to Romanian students

    Documents Required

    1. Application form for scholarship in Romania
    2. Photocopy of the diplomas obtained (high school diploma or its equivalent, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate diplomas, if applicable)
    3. Academic Transcripts, authenticated by the competent authorities of the issuing country
    4. Applicant’s declaration that he/she did not benefit from another scholarship from the Romanian Government for the requested academic level
    5. Birth certificate
    6. Copy of the first two pages of the Passport
    7. Identity card
    8. Medical certificate
    9. Curriculum Vitae
    10. Two recent passport type photos

    Language Requirement

    • Language Requirement: Romanian is the mandatory language of instruction for all courses under the scholarship.
    • Goal: To promote Romanian language and culture among foreign students.
    • Preparatory Year: Free one-year Romanian language course provided for candidates who do not know Romanian, before starting their main studies.
    • Proof of Proficiency (for those who claim to know Romanian): Must either:
    • Pass a Romanian language test
    • Provide one of these documents:
      • Proof of at least 4 years of study in a Romanian educational institution.
      • A Romanian language certificate with a minimum B1 level, issued under Romanian law.

    Selection Criteria

    • Preparatory year (Romanian language): Covered during the course.
    • Bachelor’s & Master’s: Covered during the academic year and legal holidays, but not during summer vacation (unless curricular activities or legal provisions require presence, then coverage continues).
    • Doctoral & medical postgraduate (full-time): Covered throughout the entire calendar year.
    • After completing studies of at least 1 year: Coverage continues for an additional 30 days.

    Note: The scholarship does not cover international travel expenses or domestic travel from the arrival point in Romania to the university. Accepted students must be prepared to pay for these costs themselves.

    Important Notice

    1. All translations required shall be presented in one of the following languages: English, French or Romanian, except documents issued in these languages
    2. Upon registration, candidates will present the study and identity documents from the original application file, together with the letter of acceptance for studies and the passport with a valid visa for “studies
    3. The study documents in original issued in States which are parties to the Hague Apostille Convention must be endorsed by the competent authorities of the issuing countries with the Hague Apostille
    4. The study documents in original issued in states that are not parties to the Hague Apostille Convention will be super legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the issuing country and by the Embassy
    5. For doctoral scholarship: agreement in principle of the scientific coordinator is required. Admission of candidates opting for doctoral studies is conditional on passing the entrance exam

    How To Apply

    Eligible candidate can convert all documents into PDF format, fill out the scholarship application forms, and send them to the following email address: burse2026@arice.gov.ro

    here is the Official Website of the Romanian government Scholarship  

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  • Slovakia Government Scholarships 2026-2027 for All Degrees...

    Slovakia Government Scholarships 2026-2027 for All Degrees – 70 sets

    Opportunity Details

    Degree

    PHD

    Language Requirement

    Not Required

    Fields of study

    Various fields

    Opportunity Type

    Fully Funded

    Gender

    Male Female

    Language of Instruction

    English Slovaki

    Application Fee Required

    Yes

    Opportunity Description

     

    The Ministry of  Education Science, Research, and Sport of the Slovakian Republic Government is offering 70 scholarships for students from ODA countries such as Afghanistan and other countries to study for their bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhDOpportunity Description

    The Ministry of  Education,  Science, Research, and Sport of the Slovakian Republic Government is offering 70 scholarships for students from ODA countries such as Afghanistan and other countries to study for their bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in the Slovak Republic.Education Field Guide

    There are many scholarships, and the fields of study are distinctly specified for each eligible country. Eight scholarships are allocated for Afghanistan (8 for bachelor’s and master’s degrees). For other countries, read the full details HERE and download the file.

    Details of Slovak scholarships:

    Application Period: March 25, 2026, to May 25, 2026

    Level of study:

    Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreePhD

    Medium of Instruction: Slovak

    Eligible Countries: Priority countries of the Slovak ODA, including Afghanistan

    Gender: Male/Female

    Number of Scholarships: 70 (68 Bachelor’s and Master’s, 3 PhD)Science

    Slovakia Scholarship Benefits

    The Slovakia Scholarship offers the following Benefits:

    or bachelor and master:

    Monthly scholarship of 700 EurosStudy commencement stipend of 100 EurosStudy completion stipend of 200 EurosMonthly stipend for public university 80 Euros

    For Ph.D.:

    A monthly scholarship of 1100 EurosStudy commencement stipend of 100 EurosStudy completion stipend of 200 EurosThe monthly stipend for a public university is 240 Euros

    For language preparation:Scholarship Directory Access

    Monthly scholarship of 700 EurosStudy commencement stipend of 100 EurosMonthly stipend for public university 80 Euros

    Note: if living standards in Slovakia significantly change, the monthly scholarship may be adjusted accordingly.

    Fees in Slovakia:

    Dormitory accommodation: 110-240 Euro/monthMeals : 510-600 € monthlyMedical examination: 142/177 EuroInterview related to entrance application procedure: 40-95 EuroCompletion of degree work: 33 Euro, approximatelyDissertation: 50 Euro approx.Translation and authentication of diploma: 33 Euro

    Incentive stipend:Stanford University Programs

    Students with excellent academic performance will receive a bonus for a GPA of 1.3: 50 Euro/per month

    PhD students passed the exam by the deadline: 170 euros/year.

    Government scholarships are provided for a specific period, but in exceptional cases, the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of Slovakia may consider changes to this period. Such decisions are made based on the reasons provided by the applicant and supported by necessary documentation. These decisions are final and cannot be appealed. Scholarships revoked due to poor academic performance will not be reassigned to other applicants.

    Fields of Study

    Fields of study for Afghanistan (Bachelor and Master): Other country applicants can see their country-specific list for other countries.

    Code Fields of Study

    1610  Ecological and Environmental  Sciences

    2118  Extraction and Processing of Earth Resources

    2381  Mechanical Engineering

    2508  Computer Science

    2647  Cybernetics

    2675  Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    2820  Chemical Engineering and Technology

    2908  Biotechnology

    2940  Food Sciences

    3331  Wood Science and Technology

    3507  Architecture and Urbanism

    3659  Civil Engineering

    3772  Transport

    4190  Agriculture and Landscape

    4219  Forestry

    4318  Veterinary Medicine

    5141  General Medicine

    5166  Dentistry, Dental Medicine

    5214  Pharmacy

    5602  Nursing

    5607  Public Health

    5618  Healthcare Sciences

    6213  Economics and Management

    7605  Teacher Training and Education Science

    Who is Eligible to Apply?

    Applicants should fulfill the requirements below to apply for 2026/27 Slovakia Government Scholarships:Scholarship Directory Access

     

    Be from one of the eligible countryYou must be between 18 and 26 for a bachelor’s and master’s degree and between 23 and 35 for a Ph.D. degree.Meet any additional requirements set by the Slovakia Government.

    Required Documents

    Please prepare and submit the following application documents in advance to apply for the Slovak Government Scholarships:

    Highest Level of Education Record:

    School leaving certificate or university degree.Authentication by state authority if obtained outside Slovakia.Certified translation into English, Slovak, Czech, French, or Spanish.Deadline: 31 August (for ongoing students).

    Completion Certificates:

    Secondary school results for bachelor’s degree applicants.Transcript of records for master’s or doctoral degree applicants.Results from the last year are accepted until 31 August.

    Letter of Acceptance:Economics BBA Courses

    from applicants speaking Slovak and applying to Slovak public universities.Deadline: 31 August.

    Birth Certificate:

    Certified translation is required if not in Slovak, Czech, English, French, or Spanish.

    Photograph:

    Requirements: 3.5 cm x 4 cm, no glasses with dark lenses, minimum resolution of 350 x 400 pixels for digital images.

    Recommendations:

    Two recommendations from secondary school teachers for a bachelor’s degree.Two recommendations from university teachers for master’s or PhD.

    Curriculum Vitae and Motivation Letter:

    Signed documents explaining reasons for studying in Slovakia, chosen specialization, and future perspectives.

    Publications (Optional for PhD Applicants):Education Field Guide

     

    Bibliographical details of publication activities.

    Passport Copy:

     

    Personal details pages of the passport.

    Signed Application:

     

    Print and sign a filled application form.Attach a scan of the signed “Confirmation” section.

    How to Apply?

    Applicants can apply for Slovak Government Scholarships online.

    Apply Now in the Slovak Republic.

    Education Field Guide

    There are many scholarshipOpportunity Description

    The Ministry of  Education,  Science, Research, and Sport of the Slovakian Republic Government is offering 70 scholarships for students from ODA countries such as Afghanistan and other countries to study for their bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in the Slovak Republic.Education Field Guide

    There are many scholarships, and the fields of study are distinctly specified for each eligible country. Eight scholarships are allocated for Afghanistan (8 for bachelor’s and master’s degrees). For other countries, read the full details HERE and download the file.

    Details of Slovak scholarships:

    Application Period: March 25, 2026, to May 25, 2026

    Level of study:

    Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreePhD

    Medium of Instruction: Slovak

    Eligible Countries: Priority countries of the Slovak ODA, including Afghanistan

    Gender: Male/Female

    Number of Scholarships: 70 (68 Bachelor’s and Master’s, 3 PhD)Science

    Slovakia Scholarship Benefits

    The Slovakia Scholarship offers the following Benefits:

    For bachelor and master:

    Monthly scholarship of 700 EurosStudy commencement stipend of 100 EurosStudy completion stipend of 200 EurosMonthly stipend for public university 80 Euros

    For Ph.D.:

     

    A monthly scholarship of 1100 EurosStudy commencement stipend of 100 EurosStudy completion stipend of 200 EurosThe monthly stipend for a public university is 240 Euros

    For language preparation:Scholarship Directory Access

    Monthly scholarship of 700 EurosStudy commencement stipend of 100 EurosMonthly stipend for public university 80 Euros

    Note: if living standards in Slovakia significantly change, the monthly scholarship may be adjusted accordingly.

    Fees in Slovakia:

    Dormitory accommodation: 110-240 Euro/monthMeals : 510-600 € monthlyMedical examination: 142/177 EuroInterview related to entrance application procedure: 40-95 EuroCompletion of degree work: 33 Euro, approximatelyDissertation: 50 Euro approx.Translation and authentication of diploma: 33 Euro

    Incentive stipend:Stanford University Programs

    Students with excellent academic performance will receive a bonus for a GPA of 1.3: 50 Euro/per month

    PhD students passed the exam by the deadline: 170 euros/year.

    Government scholarships are provided for a specific period, but in exceptional cases, the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of Slovakia may consider changes to this period. Such decisions are made based on the reasons provided by the applicant and supported by necessary documentation. These decisions are final and cannot be appealed. Scholarships revoked due to poor academic performance will not be reassigned to other applicants.

     

    Fields of Study

    Fields of study for Afghanistan (Bachelor and Master): Other country applicants can see their country-specific list for other countries.

    Fields of Study

    1610  Ecological and Environmental  Sciences

    2118  Extraction and Processing of Earth Resources

    2381  Mechanical Engineering

    2508  Computer Science

    2647  Cybernetics

    2675  Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    2820  Chemical Engineering and Technology

    2908  Biotechnology

    2940  Food Sciences

    3331  Wood Science and Technology

    3507  Architecture and Urbanism

    3659  Civil Engineering

    3772  Transport

    4190  Agriculture and Landscape

    4219  Forestry

    4318  Veterinary Medicine

    5141  General Medicine

    5166  Dentistry, Dental Medicine

    5214  Pharmacy

    5602  Nursing

    5607  Public Health

    5618  Healthcare Sciences

    6213  Economics and Management

    7605  Teacher Training and Education Science

    Who is Eligible to Apply?

    Applicants should fulfill the requirements below to apply for 2026/27 Slovakia Government Scholarships:Scholarship Directory Access

     

    Be from one of the eligible countryYou must be between 18 and 26 for a bachelor’s and master’s degree and between 23 and 35 for a Ph.D. degree.Meet any additional requirements set by the Slovakia Government.

     

     

    Required Documents

    Please prepare and submit the following application documents in advance to apply for the Slovak Government Scholarships:

     

    Highest Level of Education Record:

     

    School leaving certificate or university degree.Authentication by state authority if obtained outside Slovakia.Certified translation into English, Slovak, Czech, French, or Spanish.Deadline: 31 August (for ongoing students).

    Completion Certificates:

     

    Secondary school results for bachelor’s degree applicants.Transcript of records for master’s or doctoral degree applicants.Results from the last year are accepted until 31 August.

    Letter of Acceptance:Economics BBA Courses

     

    Required from applicants speaking Slovak and applying to Slovak public universities.Deadline: 31 August.

    Birth Certificate:

     

    Certified translation is required if not in Slovak, Czech, English, French, or Spanish.

    Photograph:

     

    Requirements: 3.5 cm x 4 cm, no glasses with dark lenses, minimum resolution of 350 x 400 pixels for digital images.

    Recommendations:

     

    Two recommendations from secondary school teachers for a bachelor’s degree.Two recommendations from university teachers for master’s or PhD.

    Curriculum Vitae and Motivation Letter:

     

    Signed documents explaining reasons for studying in Slovakia, chosen specialization, and future perspectives.

    Publications (Optional for PhD Applicants):Education Field Guide

     

    Bibliographical details of publication activities.

    Passport Copy:

     

    Personal details pages of the passport.

    Signed Application:

     

    Print and sign a filled application form.Attach a scan of the signed “Confirmation” section.

    How to Apply?

    Applicants can apply for Slovak Government Scholarships online.

    Apply Nows, and the fields of study are distinctly specified for each eligible country. Eight scholarships are allocated for Afghanistan (8 for bachelor’s and master’s degrees). For other countries, read the full details HERE and download the file.

    Details of Slovak scholarships:

    Application Period: March 25, 2026, to May 25, 2026

    Level of study:

    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Master’s degree
    • PhD

    Medium of Instruction: Slovak

    Eligible Countries: Priority countries of the Slovak ODA, including Afghanistan

    Gender: Male/Female

    Number of Scholarships: 70 (68 Bachelor’s and Master’s, 3 PhD)

    Science

    Slovakia Scholarship Benefits

    The Slovakia Scholarship offers the following Benefits:

    For bachelor and master:

    • Monthly scholarship of 700 Euros
    • Study commencement stipend of 100 Euros
    • Study completion stipend of 200 Euros
    • Monthly stipend for public university 80 Euros

    For Ph.D.:

    • A monthly scholarship of 1100 Euros
    • Study commencement stipend of 100 Euros
    • Study completion stipend of 200 Euros
    • The monthly stipend for a public university is 240 Euros

    For language preparation:

    Scholarship Directory Access

    • Monthly scholarship of 700 Euros
    • Study commencement stipend of 100 Euros
    • Monthly stipend for public university 80 Euros

    Note: if living standards in Slovakia significantly change, the monthly scholarship may be adjusted accordingly.

    Fees in Slovakia:

    • Dormitory accommodation: 110-240 Euro/month
    • Meals : 510-600 € monthly
    • Medical examination: 142/177 Euro
    • Interview related to entrance application procedure: 40-95 Euro
    • Completion of degree work: 33 Euro, approximately
    • Dissertation: 50 Euro approx.
    • Translation and authentication of diploma: 33 Euro

    Incentive stipend:

    Stanford University Programs

    Students with excellent academic performance will receive a bonus for a GPA of 1.3: 50 Euro/per month
    PhD students passed the exam by the deadline: 170 euros/year.

    Government scholarships are provided for a specific period, but in exceptional cases, the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of Slovakia may consider changes to this period. Such decisions are made based on the reasons provided by the applicant and supported by necessary documentation. These decisions are final and cannot be appealed. Scholarships revoked due to poor academic performance will not be reassigned to other applicants.

    Fields of Study

    Fields of study for Afghanistan (Bachelor and Master): Other country applicants can see their country-specific list for other countries.

    CodeFields of Study
    1610Ecological and Environmental  Sciences
    2118Extraction and Processing of Earth Resources
    2381Mechanical Engineering
    2508Computer Science
    2647Cybernetics
    2675Electrical and Electronics Engineering
    2820Chemical Engineering and Technology
    2908Biotechnology
    2940Food Sciences
    3331Wood Science and Technology
    3507Architecture and Urbanism
    3659Civil Engineering
    3772Transport
    4190Agriculture and Landscape
    4219Forestry
    4318Veterinary Medicine
    5141General Medicine
    5166Dentistry, Dental Medicine
    5214Pharmacy
    5602Nursing
    5607Public Health
    5618Healthcare Sciences
    6213Economics and Management
    7605Teacher Training and Education Science

    Who is Eligible to Apply?

    Applicants should fulfill the requirements below to apply for 2026/27 Slovakia Government Scholarships:

    Scholarship Directory Access

    • Be from one of the eligible country
    • You must be between 18 and 26 for a bachelor’s and master’s degree and between 23 and 35 for a Ph.D. degree.
    • Meet any additional requirements set by the Slovakia Government.

     

    Required Documents

    Please prepare and submit the following application documents in advance to apply for the Slovak Government Scholarships:

    Highest Level of Education Record:

      • School leaving certificate or university degree.
      • Authentication by state authority if obtained outside Slovakia.
      • Certified translation into English, Slovak, Czech, French, or Spanish.
      • Deadline: 31 August (for ongoing students).

    Completion Certificates:

      • Secondary school results for bachelor’s degree applicants.
      • Transcript of records for master’s or doctoral degree applicants.
      • Results from the last year are accepted until 31 August.

    Letter of Acceptance:

    Economics BBA Courses

      • Required from applicants speaking Slovak and applying to Slovak public universities.
      • Deadline: 31 August.

    Birth Certificate:

      • Certified translation is required if not in Slovak, Czech, English, French, or Spanish.

    Photograph:

      • Requirements: 3.5 cm x 4 cm, no glasses with dark lenses, minimum resolution of 350 x 400 pixels for digital images.

    Recommendations:

      • Two recommendations from secondary school teachers for a bachelor’s degree.
      • Two recommendations from university teachers for master’s or PhD.

    Curriculum Vitae and Motivation Letter:

      • Signed documents explaining reasons for studying in Slovakia, chosen specialization, and future perspectives.

    Publications (Optional for PhD Applicants):

    Education Field Guide

      • Bibliographical details of publication activities.

    Passport Copy:

      • Personal details pages of the passport.

    Signed Application:

      • Print and sign a filled application form.
      • Attach a scan of the signed “Confirmation” section.

    How to Apply?

    Applicants can apply for Slovak Government Scholarships online.

    Apply Now

     

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