Studying in Hungary is an excellent option for Bangladeshi students who want to pursue their higher education in a European country.
Hungary offers various types of scholarships for international students. These scholarships cover tuition, living expenses, and travel costs for the selected candidates. The Hungarian Scholarship which is funded by the Hungarian government is one of the most renowned scholarships offered to Bangladeshi students. The Stipendium Hungaricum Programme which promotes cultural understanding and academic exchange between Hungary and other countries is offering this scholarship. The program selects 130 Bangladeshi students each year at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate levels.
WHAT IS THE STIPENDIUM HUNGARICIUM SCHOLARSHIP?
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is offered by the Hungarian government to international students who want to pursue higher education in Hungary. The program covers participants’ tuition, housing, and a monthly stipend for living expenses.
ELIGIBILITY :
The scholarship is open to Bangladeshi students who have completed their higher secondary education and have a strong academic record. Applicants must also fulfill the language requirements for the program for which they are applying.
- Academic requirements :
A good academic background is one of the key requirements for the Hungary Scholarship for Bangladeshi Students. To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree.
- Language proficiency :
Language proficiency is a key requirement for the scholarship. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to speak well in either Hungarian or English, depending on the language of the program in which they want to enroll. To be eligible for the scholarship, for Hungarian-taught programs candidates must take and pass a Hungarian language exam.
Applicants for English-taught programs must demonstrate their English proficiency by standardized examinations such as the TOEFL or IELTS. These qualifications are essential for Bangladeshi students who want to study in Hungary with a scholarship.
APPLICATION PROCESS :
To apply for this scholarship, applicants need to visit the official website of the Stipendium Hungaricium Scholarship and fill out the online application form.
Here is the link to the website : (https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/apply/)
After that, you need to submit your academic transcripts, language proficiency certificates, and other necessary documents.
- Application deadline :
The scholarship program’s deadline for the academic year 2024-25 is 16th January 2024. To apply, applicants have to first determine the specific deadline for the program they’re interested in and submit their application before that date. Late applications will be denied. For the latest information, applicants have to check out the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship website.
- Required documents :
The following documents are required :
- Application form
- English language proficiency test scores
- Passport
- Medical certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of purpose
Applications without complete information can result in being disqualified from the scholarship program. An interview or more documents may be needed for some scholarship programs.
- Selection criteria :
The Stipendium Hungaricium Scholarship Programme offers scholarships to Bangladesh students who meet certain eligibility criteria. The scholarship selection process is rigorous, only a few students are being selected each year.
The criteria for selection include academic excellence, language proficiency, and potential for future success. To qualify for the scholarship, applicants need to have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 in their studies and must show they are able to be good at either English or Hungarian.
Just taking part in the scholarship selection process does not guarantee you’ll get the scholarship.
Applicants are encouraged to submit a strong application that emphasizes their academic accomplishments, language proficiency, and potential for future success.
BENEFITS :
- Full tuition fee waiver: Scholarship recipients are not required to pay tuition fees for their studies in Hungary.
- Monthly stipend: Scholarship recipients get a monthly stipend to cover living expenses while studying in Hungary.
- Accommodation: Scholarship recipients are provided with housing while studying in Hungary.
- Health insurance: During their stay in Hungary, scholarship recipients are covered by health insurance.
- Travel allowance: They are provided with a travel allowance to cover their travel expenses to and from Hungary.
These benefits and coverage are designed to help Bangladeshi students to concentrate on their academic goals and personal development without having to worry about financial assistance.
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Mehrin Khan
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