Scholarships for Talented International Students in Slovakia 2025/2026 (Fully Funded)

Slovakia, a safe and vibrant country in the heart of Europe, offers scholarships of up to €15,000 for international students to pursue full-time Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees at selected public higher education institutions (HEIs). Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year are now open! Read on to learn about eligibility, benefits, and how to apply. You can also check McCall MacBain Scholarships 2026

Benefits

• Scholarship Value: Up to €5,000 per academic year (€500/month for 10 months, September to June).
• Covers living costs and other expenses during studies.
• Duration:
  • 3 years for full-time Bachelor’s or combined Bachelor’s and Master’s programs.
  • 2 years for full-time Master’s programs.
• Fields of Study: Scholarships support programs aligned with Slovakia’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (SK RIS3 2021+). Check the list of eligible study programs for details.
• Tuition Fees: May be waived for scholarship recipients at public HEIs, subject to the institution’s decision
• Health Insurance: Scholarship holders may be eligible for public health insurance in Slovakia if not insured in another EU/EEA country or Switzerland. Learn more here.

For more about studying in Slovakia, visit minedu.sk or studyinslovakia.saia.sk.

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is open to international students worldwide, including Slovaks living abroad, who plan to start full-time Bachelor’s, combined Bachelor’s and Master’s, or Master’s studies at a public Slovak HEI in the 2025/2026 academic year. Doctoral studies are not eligible.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Hold citizenship of a country other than Slovakia
• Have no permanent or temporary residence in Slovakia since January 1, 2020, except for specific cases (e.g., Erasmus+, language courses, or prior RRP scholarship for Bachelor’s studies).
• Have not studied at a Slovak secondary school or HEI, except for academic mobilities.
• Have completed secondary education (for Bachelor’s applicants) or a Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s applicants) by the 2024/2025 academic year.
• Be admitted (or have applied) to a full-time, in-person study program at a public Slovak HEI in an eligible field.
• Submit a structured CV and motivation letter in English (templates available during application).
• Achieve a minimum SAT score of 1100 (tests taken from January 1, 2020, to July 31, 2025).
• For applicants under 18, provide a signed consent form from a legal guardian.

Scholarship Details

Number of Scholarships

• Bachelor’s/Combined Programs: Up to 150 scholarships annually:
  • 100 funded by ESIF (for HEIs outside Bratislava).
  • 50 funded by the state budget (for HEIs in Bratislava).
• Master’s Programs: Up to 45 scholarships annually:
  • 30 funded by ESIF (outside Bratislava).
  • 15 funded by the state budget (in Bratislava).

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The Ministry may adjust these numbers. Applicants are grouped by region (Europe, USA/Canada/Australia/New Zealand/Oceania, South America, Central America/Africa, Asia). See the country list for details.

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How to Apply

Application Deadline

July 31, 2025, 23:59 CET. Submit your application online at the scholarship website. Email submissions are not accepted.

Required Documents

1. ID or Passport: Certified copy of a valid ID or passport.
2. Solemn Declaration (Permanent Residence): Confirming no permanent residence in Slovakia since January 1, 2020.
3. Slovaks Abroad Certificate (if applicable)
4. Solemn Declaration (Temporary Residence) (if applicable): Confirming no temporary residence or exceptions (e.g., Erasmus+).
5. Solemn Declaration (Language/Previous RRP Scholarship) (if applicable): For language courses or prior RRP-supported Bachelor’s studies.
6. Confirmation of Temporary Residence Exception (if applicable): From an HEI for language/professional courses.
7. Erasmus+/Academic Mobility Confirmation (if applicable): Official certificate or Youthpass.
8. Legal Guardian Consent (if under 18): Signed template.
9. SAT Test Results: Minimum score of 1100 (no substitutes allowed).
10. Acceptance Letter (if available): From a public Slovak HEI.
11. CV: Structured, in English (template provided).
12. Motivation Letter: In English, explaining your motivation and talent (template provided).

Note: Original documents must be submitted to the HEI upon enrollment. False documents will result in scholarship withdrawal and repayment.

Selection Process

• SAT Score: The sole criterion (minimum 1100). Higher scores improve your ranking.
• Verification: The Ministry and HEIs verify applications and enrollment status.
• Timeline: After the deadline, a preliminary and final list of successful applicants is released. Contracts are signed, and payments begin once HEIs confirm enrollment.

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Next Steps

1. Review eligible study programs and HEIs at minedu.sk.
2. Register and apply online by July 31, 2025.
3. Prepare for the SAT test if not already taken.
4. Contact your chosen HEI to confirm admission requirements.
5. Gather all required documents and verify visa/residence needs.

For further details, download the methodological document or scholarship leaflet.