The Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade has opened applications for the 2026 Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship for international students interested in studying in Europe.
The Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity that covers tuition fees, accommodation, living expenses, and several additional benefits for selected candidates to study in Romania.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Romania
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Expenses | Accommodation
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: June 12, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE) has announced the commencement of applications for the 2026/2027 scholarship programme for foreign students. Through this initiative, the Romanian Government will award 40 scholarships to qualified international applicants interested in pursuing undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies in Romania.
Studying in Romania offers students access to quality education, affordable living conditions, and opportunities for academic and personal growth in a culturally rich environment. International students may also benefit from employment opportunities during and after their studies, a secure learning atmosphere, and the possibility of acquiring Romanian citizenship in the future.
The scholarship programme also provides support for students who need to undertake a preparatory Romanian language course before beginning their academic studies.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be foreign students, preferably from outside the EU and EFTA regions
- Possess the necessary qualifications for Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD studies
- Be eligible to participate in a preparatory Romanian language course if they do not understand Romanian
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Exemption from registration and application processing fees
- Funding for Romanian language preparatory studies
- Monthly living stipend
- Accommodation support in student dormitories
- Medical assistance for emergencies and epidemic-related illnesses
- Free local public transportation
- Domestic railway, road, naval, and underground transport support
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Application Form
- Letter of Recommendation
- Copies of academic certificates and diplomas
- Academic Transcripts
- Applicant’s declaration of non-receipt of another Romanian Government scholarship
- Birth Certificate
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Medical Certificate
- Identity Card photocopy and legalized translation
- Copy of the first two pages of Passport
- Two recent passport photographs
How to Apply
To apply for the Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship announcement webpage
- Read the English version of the scholarship information under the “Short Presentation” tab
- Review the “Announcement,” “Selection Procedure,” and “Application File” sections carefully
- Download and complete the scholarship application form
- Submit the completed form and required documents via email to: [email protected]
- Await the release of results after July 2026
The final selection decision will be made by the Romanian Ministry of Education.
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