Slovakia Scholarships for Talented Students from All Over the World 2026/2027

Slovakia is offering a government-backed scholarship of €5,000 per academic year for international students seeking Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees. The application deadline is 8 September 2026. Funding can reach up to €15,000 for Bachelor’s and €10,000 for Master’s programs, but is limited to specific full-time programs at eligible public or state universities. PhD studies are not included.

Application Deadline:

 8 September 2026 at 23:59 CEST.

Tell Me About The Award:

This is a fully funded scholarship launched by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of the Slovak Republic for international students wishing to pursue full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in Slovakia. It is designed to attract talented students from all over the world to study in a safe, affordable, and globally oriented education system.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Programs aligned with the Smart Specialization Strategy of the Slovak Republic (SK RIS3 2021+)Fields are available in both Slovak and foreign languages, across disciplines—exact offerings depend on the university and program.

Type:

🎓 Fully Funded Government Scholarship for Bachelor’s, Joint Bachelor’s + Master’s, and Master’s programs

Who can Apply?

🌍 Students of any nationality who:

• Plan to study full-time in Slovakia
• Are applying to eligible undergraduate or master’s programs
• Have taken the SAT with a minimum score of 1100 (this is the main selection criterion)

How are Applicants Selected?

✅ Based primarily on SAT score (minimum 1100)
Additional factors may include academic background and alignment with eligible study fields.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

🌐 All countries worldwide — this scholarship is open to international students globally

Where will the Award be Taken?

📍 Higher education institutions in Slovakia

How Many Awards?

🔢 Not explicitly stated — however, it is a competitive, government-funded national scholarship

What is the Benefit of the Award?

💰 Total funding up to EUR 15,000 depending on program length:

• EUR 500/month for:
  • 3 years (Bachelor’s or Combined Bachelor + Master’s)
  • 2 years (Master’s)

✨ Additional Benefits:

• Free or low tuition (depending on the program)
• Access to public health insurance (upon request)
• Opportunities to join Erasmus+ and academic mobility programs
• Co-financed by European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) and Slovakia’s state budget

How Long Will the Award Last?

⏳ Duration of the chosen program:

• 3 years (Bachelor’s or Joint Bachelor + Master’s)
• 2 years (Master’s)

How to Apply:

1. Ensure you meet the eligibility (especially SAT score of 1100+)
2. Choose an eligible program in Slovakia
3. Apply online through the official scholarship portal

Visit the Application Webpage for Details