Applications are now open for the CEEPUS Scholarship 2026–2027, a funded international study abroad program that allows students and teachers to study, conduct research, teach, or participate in academic exchange programs across participating European countries.
The CEEPUS Scholarship provides financial support for semester exchanges, summer schools, short-term research mobility, internships, and teacher exchange programs.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: CEEPUS (Central European Exchange Program for University Studies)
- Host Country: Hungary
- Program Location: Participating Countries in Europe
- Category: Study Abroad | Exchange Program | Training
- Eligible Countries: Albania | Austria | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Bulgaria | Croatia | Czech Republic | Hungary | Kosovo | Moldova | Montenegro | North Macedonia | Poland | Romania | Serbia | Slovakia | Slovenia
- Reward: Funded Scholarship | Living Allowance | International Academic Exchange
- Program Duration: Varies by mobility program
- Deadline: Varies by Host Country and Institution
Scholarship Details
The CEEPUS Scholarship 2026–2027 is an international academic mobility program that promotes educational cooperation among Central and Southeastern European countries. The program allows students to spend one semester (3–5 months) studying abroad, attend summer schools (6–30 days), or participate in short-term mobility programs for thesis writing, research, fieldwork, or internships.
Teachers can also benefit from dedicated mobility opportunities involving teaching and thesis supervision at partner institutions. Through both network mobility and Free-mover options, participants gain access to high-quality education, collaborative research, cultural exchange, and international academic experience across participating CEEPUS member countries.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the CEEPUS Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a student or teacher enrolled at a university in a CEEPUS member country.
- Be applying to study or teach in another participating CEEPUS country.
- Have completed at least two semesters of university study (for student applicants).
Student Mobility
- Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program.
- Apply either through a CEEPUS Network or as a Free-mover.
Short-Term Student Mobility
- Be a Bachelor’s or Master’s student currently working on a thesis, or a PhD student.
- Apply through a Network or as a Free-mover.
Teacher Mobility
- Complete a minimum of six hours of teaching or student supervision at the host institution.
- Apply through a Network or as a Free-mover.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the CEEPUS Scholarship will receive:
- Scholarship funding provided by the participating CEEPUS member countries.
- Monthly scholarship grant based on the host country’s living standards.
- Opportunity to study, teach, or conduct research in Europe.
- Access to international research collaborations and academic networks.
- Participation in semester exchange programs, summer schools, internships, thesis research, and fieldwork.
- Cultural exchange and international academic experience.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should prepare to submit:
- Enrollment confirmation (for applicants with citizenship outside CEEPUS member countries).
- Two letters of recommendation (for Free-mover student applicants).
- Letter of Acceptance from the host university (for Free-mover students).
- Letter of Acceptance from the host university (for Free-mover teachers).
- Any additional documents requested during the online application process.
How to Apply
To apply for the CEEPUS Scholarship:
- Free-mover applicants should first identify and contact a host university in Hungary or another participating CEEPUS country.
- Obtain a Letter of Acceptance from the host institution.
- Register for an account on the CEEPUS online application portal.
- Follow the instructions in the Mobility Wizard.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review your application and submit it.
- Kindly wait for feedback from the host institution and CEEPUS.
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