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Slovakia Scholarships for Talented Students 2026-2027 | Study in Europe

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Deadline

2026-09-08

Country

Slovakia

Level

undergraduate, masters

Organization

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

Field

Selected fields supporting the development of Slovakia

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Slovakia Scholarships for Talented Students program offers international students the opportunity to pursue full-time Bachelor's, combined Bachelor's and Master's, or Master's degree programs at selected public universities in Slovakia. The program aims to support students in fields that contribute to the development of Slovakia.

Coverage

Selected students receive €5,000 per academic year. The total support is up to €15,000 for 3 years for Bachelor's/combined studies, or up to €10,000 for 2 years for Master's studies. Public health insurance may be provided subject to Slovak law, and some universities may waive tuition fees for programs taught in foreign languages.

Eligibility

Open to applicants from all over the world who are not citizens of Slovakia. Applicants must not have had permanent residence in Slovakia since January 1, 2021, and must not have prior secondary education in Slovakia. Bachelor's applicants must not have prior higher education in Slovakia.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed secondary education (for Bachelor's) or a Bachelor's degree (for Master's). A mandatory requirement is obtaining a minimum score in the SAT or SCIO (Mathematics + General Academic Prerequisites) tests. Applicants must be available for full-time, in-person study.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted via the official portal at https://scholarships.portalvs.sk/. You must register an account, complete the profile, fill out the application form, and upload required documents including a CV, motivation letter, test results, and signed solemn declarations.

Notes

There is no upper age limit. Applicants under 18 require legal guardian consent. The deadline has been extended to September 8, 2026.

Source & Verification

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

Original source: ScholarshipsCorner

Official application page: https://scholarships.portalvs.sk/

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.