The application period has started for you to get the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship! By the 16th of February, students from more than 50 different countries can apply for a scholarship funded by Hungarian government for the 2021-2022 academic year. CheckĀ details about the scholarshipĀ and get additional information about theĀ application system. Here is a usefulĀ infographicĀ to better understand the application process.
Why Hungary and why the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship? To find out, read the following story from Dana, a student from Ukraine who started studying Medical Biotechnology after earning the scholarship. Take a look at her experience and decide whether you would also like to apply for this scholarship.
I have started my MSc studies at Lviv National Polytechnic University in Ukraine in 2015 and was awarded a fully-funded scholarship from the Hungarian government in 2016. Now I am an MSc student at the University of PĆ©cs where I am studying Medical Biotechnology. When I decided to study in Hungary, I made a list of every advantage of studying in this country. Here are just some of the most basic benefits of studying in Hungary:
- You get the chance to study free of charge at the most well-known universities in Hungary.
- Hungary is a part of the European Union, so any diplomas earned will be reputable and globally recognized.
- Hungary has a great location and a well-developed infrastructure, making it easy to travel around Europe.
- The capital, Budapest, is one of the most popular destinations among international students; and other university towns, such as PĆ©cs, Szeged, Debrecen, Gyor or Miskolc also attract students from all over the globe.
These advantages are the ones you probably already know about; but after having lived in this country for more than a year now, I can tell you that there is much more behind.
Develop your contact network in an international environment
Studying in Hungary is a fantastic opportunity to create new connections and make friends from all over the world. Living in such a diverse environment teaches us to see the world from another perspective. Develop good relationships which will serve well in strengthening the relationship between your country and Hungary. There are dozens of inspiring stories from students who studied in Hungary, and who later became ambassadors of their countries in Hungary.
Discover the uniqueness of Hungary
We only have a limited period of time in Hungary. Try to make it as productive as you can; stay active, participate in student events, join university unions, do sports and travel more. There is a great saying which states: ātreat others the way you would like to be treated.ā It means if you want to be respected, first you need to show respect from your side; and this idea will serve you well in Hungary.
Study about Hungarian history and customs. Invest some time learning Hungarian. Hungary seems like a small country, but there are so many hidden gems. And as soon as you start discovering them, you will understand how rich and unique this country really is.
Watch theĀ Study in Hungary videoĀ which was made with the help of international students who study in Hungary.
Find out more about theĀ Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship and apply online.
Learn about the experience of studying in Hungary by joining the international student community atĀ theĀ Study in Hungary Facebook page.
