Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
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- IELTS
- 5.5
- Components
- L 5 / R 5 / W 5 / S 5
- Study level
- Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD
- Deadline
- November–January
Last verified: 2026-03
About Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is Hungary's flagship government programme, available through bilateral agreements with over 80 countries. It covers full tuition, monthly stipends, accommodation, and health insurance for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students at Hungarian universities.
Listed IELTS requirement
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 66
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1Stipendium Hungaricum requires IELTS 5.5 overall with 5.0 in each band. This accessible threshold opens doors for students who may not yet meet the higher requirements of Western European scholarships.
- 2The application process goes through your home country's nominating authority (usually the Ministry of Education). Check with your country's designated agency for specific deadlines, which typically fall between November and January.
- 3Hungary offers a wide range of English-taught programmes across many fields. The scholarship is generous — covering tuition, accommodation, and a living stipend — making it one of the most comprehensive funding packages in Europe.
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