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Slovakia Government Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Deadline

2026-10-31

Country

Slovakia

Level

undergraduate, masters, phd, short-course

Organization

Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic

Field

All fields

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The National Scholarship Programme (NSP) of the Slovak Republic supports international mobility for students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers, and artists to study or conduct research at higher education institutions and research organizations in Slovakia.

Coverage

The scholarship is fully funded, covering living expenses during the stay. Monthly stipends are approximately 620 EUR for students, 1025.50 EUR for PhD students, and up to 1470 EUR for teachers/researchers/artists. A travel grant (50 EUR to 1500 EUR) and reimbursement for medical examination costs (up to 250 EUR) may also be provided.

Eligibility

Open to international applicants from all countries (excluding Slovak citizens). Applicants must meet specific criteria based on their category (student, PhD student, or professional). Students must be enrolled at a university outside Slovakia and have completed at least 2.5 years of university studies. PhD students, teachers, researchers, and artists must be invited or accepted by a Slovak institution.

Requirements

Applicants must submit a CV, motivation letter, study/research/teaching program, recommendation letters, academic transcripts/diplomas, and an acceptance/invitation letter from a Slovak institution. Documents must be in Slovak or English.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official NSP portal. The original acceptance or invitation letter must also be delivered to SAIA in Bratislava by the deadline.

Notes

Previous NSP scholarship recipients can only reapply after two years. Applicants cannot receive another scholarship funded by Slovak public resources during the same stay.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic

Original source: OpportunitiesCircle

Official application page: https://www.scholarships.sk/en/main/programme-terms-and-conditions/foreign-applicants

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.