Applications are now open for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026–2027 for outstanding international students who wish to pursue undergraduate or master’s degree studies in Slovakia.
The Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026–2027 is a prestigious scholarship funded by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic. The programme provides financial support of up to €15,000, including a monthly stipend of €500, to help talented students study 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: Undergraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Up to €15,000 Scholarship | €500 Monthly Stipend | Tuition Fee Waiver (Where Applicable) | Health Insurance | Visa & Residence Support
- Deadline: July 31, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026–2027 was established to attract academically outstanding international students to pursue full-time degree programmes at selected public universities in Slovakia. The initiative supports students enrolling in programmes aligned with Slovakia’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (SK RIS3 2021+), helping to develop highly skilled professionals in priority sectors that contribute to the country’s economic and technological growth.
Beyond financial assistance, the scholarship gives students the opportunity to study in one of Europe’s safest and most affordable countries while benefiting from high-quality education, modern research facilities, and an international learning environment. Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend throughout their studies and may also qualify for tuition fee waivers at participating institutions.
Eligible Study Fields
Applicants may apply for eligible full-time programmes in fields including:
- Environmental Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
- Natural Sciences
- Information Technology
- Agricultural Sciences
- Health Sciences
- Applied Sciences
- Other disciplines aligned with Slovakia’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (SK RIS3 2021+)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026–2027, applicants must:
- Be an international student from any country.
- Not have held permanent or temporary residence in Slovakia since January 1, 2021 (except where exemptions apply).
- Not have previously studied at a Slovak secondary school or higher education institution, except under eligible exchange programmes such as Erasmus+ or for Slovaks living abroad.
- Have completed secondary education for bachelor’s admission or hold a bachelor’s degree for master’s admission.
- Apply for a full-time, on-campus programme at a participating Slovak public university.
- Obtain a minimum SAT score of 1100.
- Provide guardian consent if under the age of 18.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026–2027 will receive:
- Scholarship funding of up to €15,000
- Monthly stipend of €500 for 10 months each academic year
- Tuition fee waiver at selected universities (where applicable)
- Health insurance in accordance with Slovak legislation
- Visa and residence permit support
- Opportunity to study in a safe, affordable, and internationally recognized European education system
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should prepare to submit:
- Valid passport or national identity card
- SAT score report (minimum score of 1100)
- Structured Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Admission letter from a Slovak public university (if available)
- Required declarations regarding residence and academic history
- Certificates of participation in mobility programmes (where applicable)
- Guardian consent form (for applicants under 18 years old)
How to Apply
To apply for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026–2027:
- Visit the official Study in Slovakia scholarship application portal.
- Complete the online registration form.
- Prepare and upload all required supporting documents before the deadline.
- Submit your scholarship application electronically.
- Separately apply for admission to an eligible full-time programme at a participating Slovak public university, as university admission is mandatory for scholarship consideration.
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