Do you want to study in Hungary with a scholarship? If you wish to, this article is for you to know about every step of this prestigious scholarship. However, The Hungarian Government launched the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship in 2013 to increase the number of students in Hungary. Also, they wanted to stimulate the reputation and competitiveness of Hungarian higher education all over the world.
This scholarship is based on bilateral agreements between the Ministry of Education of sending countries and Hungry. This program is available on 5 continents in eighty countries and territories and offers 500 full-degree programs.
However, this article will contain the rules and benefits of this prestigious Hungarian Scholarship.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship?
To qualify for this scholarship, you must fulfill the criteria which are given below-
- Age Should be 18 (Except for Dance Study Programmes)
- Passing HSC or Alim
- Requiring Language English
- Excellent Academic Achievements
- Eligible Sending Partners
Which are the documents required for this scholarship?
Needed Documents:
- Passport Size Picture
- Valid Passport
- Attested All Academic Certificates
- Attested Academic Mark sheets
- Ph.D. Candidates (Statement of Acceptance must be obtained from the supervisor, For more details visit- www.doktori.hu)
- Medical Certificate
- Motivation Letter (Minimum 1 page, typed in Times New Roman 12-point letters)
- Language Certificates (IELTS or TOEFL)
- Police Clearance
Additional Documents For Doctoral Levels:
- Research Plan
- Letter of Recommendation
Additional Documents For Art And Music Applicants:
- Portfolio (Photographs of three works of art/sketches, showing the date of creation)
- Audio (Audio of three works, showing the date of creation)
Which steps should you follow while applying for this scholarship?
There are three steps you should follow while applying for this scholarship. Those steps are given below-
1st Step:
a) Go to this link- https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu/ and Create your account.
b) Select Your Country
c) Fill up Your Personal Information
d) Fill Up Your Educational Qualification Correctly
e) Fill Up Your Employment Portion if you have job experience
f) Write Your Motivation Letter (Avoid Plagiarism & Write at least 1500 characters, but not over 4000 characters)
g) Fill Up Extra-Curriculum Activities if you have
h) Give language Proficiency
i) Two universities and two different subjects can be selected simultaneously
j) Check Your Preferred Subject and University by Visiting the website-
https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu/courses/search/id/20083726-45lk3r
k) Last, Upload All Documents. Then Take a Print of this Form
Note: Don’t panic if something seems wrong. You can edit your Applications before Submission. Submit after filling accurately. The initial stage of application is over.
2nd Step:
1) First Go to this link- http://202.72.235.210/scholarship/hungary/
2) Fill Up the Application Id of the Hungary Website
3) Fill Up the Program Name and Level of Study
4) Fill Up the Subject Name
5) Give Your Personal Details Correctly
6) Give Educational Qualification (To calculate the percentage of the result, if it is on 5 scales, multiply by 16, For example, GPA 4.89*16=78.24. If it is on 4 scales, then multiply by 20, like 3.90*20 = 78)
7) Finally, Upload a Passport-Size Photograph with White Background
Now the Account has to be activated. Email sent Activation link and Password. If you do not receive the email, Check the Junk/Spam folder. Then Download the Form and Print it Out.
Note: Please download the application form before the deadline or you can not download it later. The Ministry’s website will be closed after the deadline.
3rd Step:
This is the final step to submitting your application. Only Make and Print a list of the documents you will submit to the ministry.
Organize Your Checklist:
- Academic certificates and Mark sheets
- Language Proficiency Certificate
- Motivation Letter
- Extracurricular Activities if you have
- All the Rest One by One (Research Plan, Job Experience and others)
Organize Your Documents:
- Place the Ministry’s Application form Above
- Print copy of the Scholarship Application form
- Organize Your Academic & Other Documents According to Checklist and Enter the number on the pager.
- Fill All the Documents in an envelope with flour and Receiver, Sender, ID/Tracking Number, and Program Name must be written on the envelope.
Submission Address:
- Recipient Address – Joint Secretary (Scholarships) Secondary and Higher Education Department Ministry of Education, Bangladesh Secretariat, Dhaka.
- Application forms can be submitted at the Reception Room next to Gate No. 2 of the Secretariat between 10.00 AM to 11.00 AM and 3.30 PM to 4.30 PM anytime.
Note: You must submit Hard Copies of All Documents Uploaded Online, Otherwise your application will be rejected. And Submit Photocopies of All Documents. A good IELTS/TOEFL score will be emphasized when choosing a candidate.
What are the benefits of this scholarship?
Benefits will also encourage an applicant to apply for this prestigious scholarship-
1) Tuition fee is free
2) Monthly Stipend
- 20 thousand TK for Undergraduate and Masters level
- 40 thousand TK for Ph.D. Holders
3) Covered Health Insurance
Hungarian Government Scholarship Duration:
- Undergraduate Program- 2-4 Years
- Masters Program- 1.5-2 Years
- Doctoral/Ph.D. Program- 4 Years
- One-Tier Masters Program- 5-6 Years
- Non-degree Programs: 1 Year
Frankly Speaking, If you are passionate about studying in Hungary with a scholarship, this scholarship can be better to pursue your higher studies at a reputed university. And you may find your dream subject which will help you create a new path in your life. So, Don’t hesitate, just apply according to the direction.
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Md. Sazid Alam
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