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Did you know some best universities are in Hungary?  The University of Pécs is the oldest in the country itself, founded in 1367? There are 40,000 foreign students selected to study in Hungary?

UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS for DEGREE PROGRAMS

If you have Hungarian roots you can be eligible for a scholarship. You do not need to speak Hungarian.

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• Diaspora Alumni Network, Alumni Network Hungary - Excellent opportunities: continuing lecture series from industry experts, Magazine profiles, Coaching and more

Deadline: February 2, 2026 – 14:00 (2 p.m., Central European Time)

We warm-heartedly recommend this next program as we had several first-hand positive reviews from participants:

SUMMER APPLICATIONS for 2026

Current Diaspora scholarship holders may apply if their previous scholarship status concludes before the chosen Summer University Course. Similarly, applications are welcomed from those students too who plan to apply within the other type of Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship Call for Applications, launched this November.

Deadline: February 27, 2026, 2 pm (CET).

Further information on the Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship website and the Call for Applications.

Here you can find the Facebook post about the summer courses. Applicants with a Hungarian background have the chance to visit Hungary and to participate in inspiring short-term courses and community activities with the Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship in the summer of 2026. The opportunity will allow you to gain experiences and impressions of our country and perhaps awaken interest in a longer-term period of your study in Hungary.

What applicants can expect?

Engaging Courses: Students can choose from a variety of courses at leading Hungarian universities, ranging from Hungarian language lessons to specialized thematic classes, all lasting 1 to 4 weeks.

Community Connections: Applicants can build new friendships with fellow diaspora students and peers from all around the world, creating a unique and diverse community.

Hungarian Cultural Programs: Participants can immerse themselves in Hungarian culture through exciting social activities, from sightseeing tours to dance classes, while discovering the cultural gems of Hungary’s iconic cities.

Scholarship benefits:

• Tuition-free education
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Travel insurance

Handler-Kovács Emese / Ms Emese Handler-Kovács
pályázati referens/ program officer

Stipendium Hungaricum intézményi koordinációs csoport / Institutional Coordination Unit
STUDY IN HUNGARY Igazgatóság / Directorate for STUDY IN HUNGARY
Tempus Közalapítvány / Tempus Public Foundation
1077 Budapest, Kéthly Anna tér 1., 1438 Budapest 70, Pf. 508.
T: (+36 1) 237 1300/283-as mellék

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Seize this great opportunity! Explore language, culture, roots and make new friends!