Summary
The Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026 is established by the Slovak Republic’s Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth to attract top international minds to pursue full-time higher education in Slovakia. Aligned with the national Smart Specialization Strategy (SK RIS3 2021+), this financial grant provides international students with up to €15,000 in total funding to complete undergraduate or postgraduate studies at Slovak public higher education institutions.
- 🎓 Applications are open for the Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026, offering funded Bachelor’s, Master’s, and combined degree programs at Slovak public universities.
- 💶 Scholarship benefits include funding of up to €15,000, a €500 monthly stipend (for 10 months each academic year), possible tuition fee waivers, health insurance, and visa/residency assistance.
- 🌍 Eligibility: Open to international students of all nationalities who meet the academic and residency requirements.
- 📚 Eligible study fields include Environmental Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Natural Sciences, Information Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Health Sciences, Applied Sciences, and other priority disciplines aligned with Slovakia’s Smart Specialization Strategy.
- ✅ Requirements: Applicants must apply for a full-time, on-campus program at an eligible Slovak public university, meet degree prerequisites, and have a minimum SAT score of 1100.
- 📄 Required documents include a completed application form, degree certificates, academic transcripts, passport, updated CV/resume, and other supporting documents.
- 🚫 Restrictions: Applicants must not have lived in Slovakia since January 1, 2021, or previously studied at a Slovak secondary school or higher education institution (with limited exceptions).
- 👨🎓 No age limit applies, although applicants under 18 years old must provide guardian consent.
- 🗓️ Application deadline: 31 July 2026.
- 📝 How to apply: Complete the online scholarship application, upload the required documents, and separately apply for admission to an eligible Slovak public university before the deadline.
- 🇸🇰 Why apply? The scholarship provides an opportunity to receive a high-quality European education in a safe, affordable country while gaining international academic experience.
Designation
- Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Students
Key Details at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
| Scholarship Name | Slovakia Scholarship for Talented Students 2026 |
| Host Country | Slovakia |
| Host Universities | Public Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Slovakia |
| Funding Level | Funded (Up to €15,000 total) |
| Monthly Allowance | €500 per month (for 10 months per academic year) |
| Eligible Nationalities | All International Students |
| Application Deadline | July 31, 2026 |
Research Area / Fields of Study
Applications are accepted for full-time programs aligned with Slovakia’s Smart Specialization Strategy (SK RIS3 2021+), including:
- Environmental Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
- Natural Sciences
- Information Technology (IT)
- Agricultural Sciences
- Health Sciences
- Applied Sciences
- Other disciplines contributing to Slovakia’s national development
Location
- Country: Slovakia (Slovak Republic), Europe
Eligibility / Qualification
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:
- Nationality: Open to all international applicants.
- Residency Requirement: Must not have lived in Slovakia (permanently or temporarily) since January 1, 2021 (with minor exceptions).
- Prior Education in Slovakia: Must not have attended a Slovak secondary school or HEI (exceptions apply for Erasmus+ or Slovaks living abroad).
- Academic Background:
- For Bachelor’s: Completion of secondary school education.
- For Master’s: Possession of a relevant Bachelor’s degree.
- Test Scores: Minimum SAT score of 1100 is required.
- University Admission: Must independently apply for full-time, in-person study at an eligible Slovak public university.
- Age Limit: No age restriction (applicants under 18 years require guardian permission).
Program Details & Benefits (Job Description)
Recipients of the scholarship will receive comprehensive academic and financial support throughout their degree program:
- Financial Allowance: Up to €15,000 overall grant value (€500 monthly stipend for 10 months each academic year).
- Tuition Fee Waivers: Available at select public higher education institutions.
- Health Insurance: Full coverage provided under Slovak law.
- Administrative Support: Assistance with residence permits and visa procedures.
- Living Experience: Opportunity to study and reside in a safe and affordable European country.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application portal.
- Complete the online registration form.
- Prepare and upload all required documents:
- Valid Passport
- Academic Transcripts & Degree Certificates
- Updated Resume/CV
- SAT Score Report (Minimum 1100)
- Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter
- Submit your scholarship application online before the deadline.
- Important: Apply separately and directly to your chosen Slovak public university for admission to your selected program.
Last Date to Apply
- Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
