The Slovakia Scholarships for Talented Students 2025/26 offer exceptional fully and partially funded opportunities for international students to study at Slovakia’s top universities. Sponsored by the Slovak Government and leading institutions, these scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, and accommodation for bachelor’s and master’s programs.
This guide provides everything you need to know about eligibility criteria, benefits, application process, deadlines, and FAQs to help you secure these competitive awards.
1. Scholarship Overview
📋 Key Details
✅ Host Country: Slovakia
✅ Sponsors: Slovak Government, Universities, EU Funds
✅ Degree Levels: Bachelor’s & Master’s
✅ Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
✅ Deadline: 31st July, 2025
🎓 Why Study in Slovakia?
- High-quality European education
- Affordable cost of living
- English-taught programs
- Schengen Zone benefits
Available Scholarships
🏛️ Government Scholarships
- National Scholarship Programme
- For researchers
- Monthly stipend: €1,050
- Visegrad Fund Scholarships
- For Central/Eastern European students
- Covers tuition + €2,300 stipend
🎓 University-Specific Scholarships
- Comenius University Scholarships
- Slovak University of Technology Awards
- University of Economics in Bratislava Grants
Financial Benefits
| Coverage | Fully Funded | Partially Funded |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 100% | 50-75% |
| Monthly Stipend | €400-1,050 | €200-500 |
| Accommodation | Covered | Shared dorm options |
| Health Insurance | Included | Optional add-on |
| Travel Costs | One-time flight allowance | Not included |
Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Academic Requirements
- Bachelor’s: High school diploma (80%+ average)
- Master’s: Bachelor’s degree (GPA 3.0+/4.0)
🌍 General Requirements
- All nationalities eligible
- English proficiency (IELTS 6.0+/TOEFL 80+)
- Age limits:
- Under 26 (Bachelor’s)
- Under 35 (Graduate programs)
Required Documents
📄 Completed Application Form
📄 Academic Transcripts (Certified copies)
📄 Motivation Letter (500-800 words)
📄 2 Recommendation Letters
📄 Passport Copy
📄 Language Certificate
📄 Research Proposal (For Master’s applicants)
📄 Portfolio (For arts/design programs)
How to Apply
📝 Step-by-Step Process
- Choose Program → Select from Study in Slovakia portal
- Contact University → Confirm scholarship availability
- Prepare Documents → 2-3 months before deadline
- Online Application → Via university portal
- Interview → For shortlisted candidates
- Results → June-August 2025
Selection Criteria
✔ Academic Merit (40%)
✔ Research Potential (30%)
✔ Extracurricular Activities (15%)
✔ Interview Performance (15%)
Top Participating Universities
- Comenius University in Bratislava
- Ranked #1 in Slovakia
- Strong in Medicine & Law
- Slovak University of Technology
- Best for Engineering
- 90% employment rate
- University of Economics Bratislava
- Triple-crown business accreditation
- EU exchange programs
🎯 Application Tips
- Start early (6-8 months before deadline)
- Highlight Slovak/EU-related experience
- Get documents certified
- Apply to multiple scholarships
- Follow up with universities
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Slovakia Scholarships 2025/26
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FAQs
❓ Is Slovak language required?
🗣️ For English programs: No (basic phrases helpful)
❓ Can I work while studying?
💼 Yes (20 hrs/week for non-EU students)
❓ What’s the cost of living?
🏠 €500-800/month (including housing)
❓ Are there scholarships for arts students?
🎨 Yes (Check Academy of Fine Arts options)
❓ How competitive are the scholarships?
🏆 Moderate competition (~25% success rate)
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