The Slovak Republic Government Scholarship program is a cornerstone of Slovakia’s long-term development cooperation, offering fully funded opportunities for international students from Official Development Assistance (ODA) countries to pursue bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral studies at public universities across Slovakia. Administered by the Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Youth under the Medium‑Term Development Cooperation Strategy for 2025–2030, these scholarships reinforce diplomatic ties while building human capital in partner nations. Prospective applicants benefit from a transparent legal framework—Act No. 392/2015 Coll. on Development Cooperation and Decree No. 50/2016—that ensures clarity around eligibility, fields of study, and award conditions.
Each year, the Slovak government allocates up to 70 scholarships specifically to students from ODA‑eligible countries, enabling them to engage in full‑cycle higher education in Slovakia. Recipients receive coverage for tuition fees, monthly stipends, health insurance, and accommodation, creating an accessible pathway to quality European education. Fields of study are tailored to the development priorities of each partner country, with disciplines ranging from agriculture and environmental sciences to information technology and public policy, ensuring that scholarship holders gain skills directly applicable to their home economies.
Application procedures are clearly defined: candidates must submit a completed application form, certified copies of prior academic transcripts, proof of English or Slovak language proficiency as required by the chosen university, and a motivation letter outlining their study objectives and development impact. The Ministry’s Scholarship Bureau reviews all applications under the guidelines set out in the Medium‑Term Strategy, with final selections announced before the academic year commences. This rigorous yet transparent process guarantees that scholarships are awarded on merit and aligned with bilateral cooperation goals.
Beyond international applicants, the Slovak Republic Government Scholarships also extend to persons with “Slovaks Living Abroad” status, reflecting Slovakia’s commitment to its diaspora under Act No. 474/2006 Coll. and sustained by the Office for Slovaks Living Abroad. This special track strengthens cultural and educational ties with communities worldwide, allowing students of Slovak descent to reconnect with their heritage through study in Slovakia. Together, these initiatives underscore Slovakia’s dual mission: fostering global development through educational diplomacy while nurturing the skills and identities of Slovaks around the world.
Program Details
- Host Institution: Slovak public universities in Slovakia.
- Eligible Program: Full-time bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree at any public Slovak university.
- Number of Awards: About 70 scholarships.
- Duration: Standard program lengths (Bachelor’s: 3–4 years; Master’s: 1–2 years; PhD: up to 4 years).
- Target Group: This scholarship is open to citizens of the following countries: Afghanistan, Bosnia Hercegovina, Brazil, Cuba, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Georgia, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan , India, Indonesia, Islamic Emirate, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanese Republic, Mongolia, North Macedonia, Palestine, Republic of Albania, Republic of Armenia, Republic of Azerbaijan, Republic of Belarus, Republic of Iraq, Republic of Kenya, Republic of Moldova, Republic of Sudan, Serbia, Syrian Arab Republic, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam.
Slovak Republic Government Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship is fully funded and winners will receive a combination of tuition waivers and stipends to cover living costs:
- Bachelor’s & Master’s:
- Monthly scholarship: €700;
- One‑time commencement stipend: €100;
- One‑time completion stipend: €200;
- Monthly public university fee stipend: €80.
- PhD:
- Monthly scholarship: €1,100;
- Commencement stipend: €100;
- Completion stipend: €200;
- Public university fee stipend: €240.
- Language Preparation:
- Monthly scholarship: €700;
- Commencement stipend: €100;
- Public university fee stipend: €80.
Note: Monthly amounts may be adjusted if living costs in Slovakia significantly change.
Available Fields of Study
Fields of study are tailored to the development priorities of each partner country, with disciplines ranging from agriculture and environmental sciences to information technology and public policy. Please click here to download the file that shows scholarship allocations per country and field of study.
Other Opportunities
Slovak Republic Government Scholarship Eligibility
To apply for this Europe scholarship program, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Hold citizenship in one of the Slovak ODA priority countries;
- Be aged 18–26 for a bachelor’s/master’s or 23–35 for PhD by September 1;
- Meet all additional entry requirements of the chosen Slovak university;
- Demonstrate academic excellence, motivation to develop your home country, and preparedness for Slovak‑language study.
How to Apply for Slovak Republic Government Scholarship
Eligible candidates who would like to apply for this government scholarship should click on the apply button below to create an account and follow the instructions to submit their applications. Attach all required documents (see below), ensuring translations and certifications are in English, Slovak, Czech, French, or Spanish. Upload your materials and submit online by the deadline.
Required Documents
- School leaving certificate or university diploma (with state authentication if issued outside Slovakia);
- Certified translation of certificates into English, Slovak, Czech, French, or Spanish;
- Secondary school results (for Bachelor’s) or university transcript (for Master’s/PhD);
- Birth certificate (translated if necessary);
- Recent passport‑style photograph;
- Two recommendation letters (from teachers or academic referees);
- Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter explaining study plans and future contributions;
- Optional publications list (for PhD applicants);
- Copy of passport ID page, etc.
Note: Scholarships are for fixed durations; exceptional extensions may be granted by the Ministry based on documented reasons, with no right of appeal. Revoked awards due to academic underperformance are not re‑allocated.
The application deadline is . Please visit the official page for more information on the Slovak Republic Government Scholarship.
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