2026 Central European University Scholarships in Hungary | Fully Funded; The Central European University (CEU) Scholarships 2026-2027 offer international students the chance to study at one of Hungary’s top universities. These scholarships are open for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees.
- Fully funded scholarships are available for postgraduate students, covering tuition, monthly stipends, and health insurance.
- Partial tuition awards are offered to outstanding undergraduate applicants.
This program supports talented students worldwide to pursue quality education in Europe’s heart, Budapest
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded (Postgraduate), Partial Tuition (Undergraduate)
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
Host Country: Hungary
Host Institution: Central European University (CEU)
Deadline: 4th February, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be an international student (any nationality is eligible).
- Hold a high school certificate to apply for a Bachelor’s degree.
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree for admission into a Master’s program.
- Hold a Master’s degree to qualify for PhD programs.
- Provide proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent).
Scholarship Value
Postgraduate (Masters & PhD)
- Tuition Fee Coverage: Up to 100%
- Health Insurance: Included
- Monthly Stipends:
- CEU Master’s Excellence Scholarship: €1,000/month
- CEU Master’s Distinction Scholarship: €750/month
- CEU Master’s Scholarship: €500/month
- CEU Doctoral Scholarship: €1,350/month
Undergraduate
Partial tuition awards (up to 50% of tuition fees, maximum €4,000/year) are available for selected programs:
- BA/BSc in Data Science and Society
- BA in Culture, Politics and Society
- BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Application Deadline
- 4th February, 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online via the CEU Official Website before the deadline. Applicants are encouraged to prepare academic documents, proof of English proficiency, and supporting statements in advance.
