Applications are now open for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students for the 2025/2026 academic year, providing a remarkable opportunity for international students to study in Slovakia.
The Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students is a competitive, fully funded program offering financial support of up to €15,000 to pursue bachelor’s, combined bachelor’s and master’s, or master’s degrees at selected public universities in Slovakia.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Slovakia
- Funded by: Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic
- Category: Bachelor’s | Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s | Master’s Degree
- Duration: 3 years (Bachelor’s/Combined Programs) | 2 years (Master’s)
- Eligibility: International Students from All Countries
- Reward: Up to €15,000 | €500 Monthly Stipend | Tuition Waiver | Health Insurance
- Deadline: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students is designed to attract outstanding international students who wish to study full-time programs aligned with Slovakia’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (SK RIS3 2021+).
This initiative offers talented students the opportunity to pursue their academic ambitions while experiencing life in a beautiful and secure European country renowned for its affordable living costs and strong educational system. Recipients will benefit from financial support, including a monthly stipend, possible tuition fee waivers, health insurance coverage, and assistance with visa and residence processes. This program aims to nurture future leaders and innovators contributing to Slovakia’s development goals.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2025/2026, applicants must:
- Be international students from any country
- Have no permanent or temporary residence in Slovakia since January 1, 2020 (exceptions may apply)
- Not have previously studied at a Slovak higher education institution or secondary school (except for Erasmus+ participants or Slovaks living abroad)
- Have completed secondary education (for bachelor’s) or hold a bachelor’s degree (for master’s)
- Apply for a full-time, in-person program at a Slovak public higher education institution (HEI)
- Provide a SAT score of at least 1100
- Have no age restriction (applicants under 18 require guardian consent)
Scholarship Benefits
Successful candidates of the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students will receive:
- A total scholarship value of up to €15,000
- A monthly stipend of €500, paid for 10 months each academic year
- Potential tuition fee waivers at selected higher education institutions
- Health insurance coverage under Slovak law
- Assistance with visa and residence permit processes
- The chance to live and study in a safe and scenic European country
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents to apply:
- Valid passport or national ID
- SAT test result (minimum score of 1100)
- Structured CV (using the provided template)
- Motivation letter (using the provided template)
- Admission letter from a Slovak higher education institution (if already obtained)
- Solemn declarations regarding residence status, academic history, etc.
- Certificates of participation in mobility programs (if applicable)
- Guardian consent for applicants under 18
- All documents must be submitted electronically before the deadline
Eligible Study Fields
Students must apply for full-time study in programs offered at selected Slovak public universities in disciplines covered by the Smart Specialisation Strategy, such as:
- Environmental Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
- Natural Sciences
- Information Technology
- Agricultural Sciences
- Health Sciences
- Applied Sciences
- Other relevant disciplines contributing to Slovakia’s national development
How to Apply
To apply for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students:
- Visit the official scholarship portal
- Complete the online registration form
- Prepare all required documents, including your CV, motivation letter, and SAT results
- Upload your application and documents by July 31, 2025
- Submit a separate application directly to your chosen Slovak public higher education institution
Seize this outstanding chance to study in Europe and advance your academic career with strong financial support!
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