Summary
The ARICE Scholarship Program 2026 is a fully funded opportunity for international students wishing to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees at Romanian state universities. This program is sponsored by the Romanian Ministry of Education and aims to promote cultural interchange through education.
- 🎓 ARICE Scholarship 2026 – Fully funded scholarships in Romania for international students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees.
- 🌍 Eligibility – Open to all nationalities except EU/EFTA citizens and Romanian nationals; preference for non-EU/non-EFTA applicants.
- 🏛️ Awarding Body – 40 scholarships granted annually by the Romanian Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE).
- 📚 Academic Coverage – Full tuition, free Romanian language prep year, monthly stipend, accommodation, medical assistance, and local transport.
- ⏳ Duration – Bachelor’s: 3–6 years; Master’s: 1.5–2 years; Doctoral: 3–5 years; some fields like dental and pharmacy excluded.
- 💼 Priority Fields – Economics & Business, Agricultural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Oil & Gas; other fields may also be considered.
- 📝 Required Documents – Online application, passport scan, academic transcripts, recommendation letters, non-benefit declaration, ID, medical certificate, CV/Resume.
Designation
Fully Funded Scholarship for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Funded by | Romanian Ministry of Education |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities (excluding EU/EFTA) |
| Award Country | Romania |
| Last Date | 12 June 2026 |
Research Area
The priority research areas for applicants include:
- Economics & Business Administration
- Agricultural Sciences
- Technical Sciences
- Oil & Gas
Location
Romania
Eligibility/Qualification
- Open to all non-EU/EFTA nationals.
- Citizens of Romania are not eligible.
- Candidates must not hold a permanent residency permit in Romania.
Job Description
The ARICE Scholarship Program covers various benefits including:
- No registration fee
- Free one-year Romanian language preparatory course
- Full tuition coverage for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Free accommodation
- Medical assistance
- Free local and domestic transport
Duration
- Bachelor’s: 3-6 years
- Master’s: 1.5-2 years
- Doctoral: 3-5 years
- Exception: Excludes dental medicine, stomatology, and pharmacy.
How to Apply
- Download the application file and all required annexes from the official website.
- Complete the online application form and submit required documents including:
- Scanned copy of your passport
- Academic transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Medical Certificate
- Updated CV/Resume
- Submit the application before the deadline.
Last Date for Apply
12 June 2026
For more detailed information and to apply, please visit the official ARICE Scholarship website.
