Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Timeline: Your Step-by-Step Guide
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Many students want to apply to scholarships all around the world but often miss the deadlines.For this reason I have curated this article just to share the timline of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program.
Important: The timeline below is based on the most recent application cycle. Dates may vary slightly each year, so always check the official website for updates.
Key Application Dates
2025-2026 Application Cycle
November 15, 2024
Application portal opens
January 15, 2025
Application deadline
February-March 2025
Results of country specific nominations
April-May 2025
University interviews
June 30, 2025
Final results announced
August-September 2025
Visa processing & arrival
Detailed Timeline
August-September (Pre-Application)
- Research Hungarian universities and programs
- Identify 2 preferred study programs
- Check specific entry requirements
October (Preparation Phase)
- Begin gathering required documents
- Request academic transcripts
- Start drafting your motivation letter
- Prepare for language tests if required
November 15 (Portal Opens)
- Create account on application portal
- Complete personal information section
- Select your preferred study programs
- Begin uploading documents
- Obtain medical certificate
December (Application Rush)
- Finalize all application documents
- Complete online application form
January
- Apply to your country's application portal
- Submit documents to your country's Education Ministry physcially if required
- Submit complete application before 23:59 CET
- Double-check all uploaded documents
- Confirm submission receipt email
February-March
- Countries publish results of stage 1
April-May (Interviews)
- Selected applicants invited for interviews
- Prepare for subject-specific questions
- Technical tests for some programs
- Interview notifications via email
- Stage 2 results published(admission tests results)
June (Results)
- Final results by June 30
July (Pre-Arrival)
- Apply for student visa at Hungarian embassy
- Arrange accommodation
- Attend pre-departure orientation
- Book travel to Hungary
September (Arrival)
- Arrive in Hungary before orientation
- Complete university registration
- Attend welcome events
- Begin your studies!
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