Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

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Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Are you ready to expand your academic horizons in Slovakia? The National Scholarship Program of the Slovak Republic 2026 offers an incredible opportunity for international students, researchers, and artists to study or conduct research in Slovakia with full financial support.

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Scholarship Overview

This scholarship, funded by the Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Sport of the Slovak Republic, supports short-term study, research, and artistic stays at Slovak higher education institutions.

Organization: National Scholarship Program
Host Institutions: Slovak Higher Education Institutions
Level of Study: Master’s, Ph.D., and Research Exchanges
Deadline:

31 October 2025 for the Summer Semester of the 2025–2026 academic year
30 April 2026 for the 2026–2027 academic year

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Eligibility Criteria

1.Open to international students, researchers, teachers, and artists from all countries.
2.Students must be currently enrolled at a university outside Slovakia.
3.Scholarships are for short-term stays, not full degree programs.

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Scholarship Benefits

This fully funded scholarship covers the following:

Living Costs: Monthly stipend provided based on academic level:
€350: University students
€580: Ph.D. students, researchers, and artists
€850: Postdoctoral researchers with less than 10 years of experience
€1,000: Postdoctoral researchers with over 10 years of experience
Accommodation and Food Costs
Travel Allowance: Covers airfare to and from Slovakia.

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Duration of Stay

Students: 1–2 semesters or 1–3 trimesters.
Ph.D. Students, Researchers, and Artists: 1–10 months.

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Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

1.Academic CV
2.Motivation Letter or Declaration of Interest
3.Study/Research/Artistic Plan
4.Two Letters of Recommendation
5.Academic Transcripts and Certificates
6.Proof of Admission or Offer Letter
7.Passport Copy
8.Additional Supporting Documents (if applicable)

Documents must be submitted in Slovak or English (translations are required for other languages).

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How to Apply

1.Visit the Online Application Portal: www.scholarships.sk
2.Fill out the application form (available 6 weeks before the deadline).
3.Upload all required documents.
4.Submit your application before the deadline:
31 October 2025: For stays during the Summer Semester of 2025–2026
30 April 2026: For the 2026–2027 academic year

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Reapplying

Reapplications are allowed only if at least 2 years have passed since the previous scholarship, unless extraordinary circumstances (e.g., pandemic) apply.

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Why Choose Slovakia?

1.Access to world-class education and research.
2.Immerse in Slovak culture and academic life.
3.Fully funded financial support to focus on your studies or research.

For more details, visit the official scholarship website.

Take the first step toward an enriching academic journey—apply now and make Slovakia your next destination!

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