Summary
The Croatian Government is inviting applications for the Croatian Government Scholarship 2026, which offers fully funded scholarship opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral programs in Croatia. This scholarship facilitates academic exchange and international collaboration by providing financial support, including tuition coverage and monthly stipends.
- 🎓 Scholarship Opportunity – Croatian Government Bilateral Scholarships for 2026/2027 are open to foreign students, teachers, scientists, and researchers for study or research in Croatia.
- 📅 Deadline – Applications must be submitted by 10th April 2026.
- 🇭🇷 Study/Research Period – Academic year October 2026 – September 2027 (July & August excluded except for Croatian language summer seminar).
- 🏫 Institutions – Scholarships are valid at accredited public Croatian universities or research institutes.
- 📝 Application Pools – Two pools:
- Pool 1: Based on bilateral agreements; requires nomination by national authorities.
- Pool 2: For learning Croatian language; requires recommendation from a Croatian language professor.
- 🌍 Eligible Countries (Pool 1) – Belgium (Flanders), Bulgaria, China, Czech Republic, Germany (Bavaria), Greece, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine.
- 🎓 Scholarship Types (Pool 1) –
- Semester Croatian language study (4–5 months)
- Partial/full Bachelor’s or Master’s studies (4–48 months)
- Full/partial PhD studies (1–36 months)
- Postdoctoral research (1–29 days)
- Summer seminar of Croatian language, literature, and culture (2 weeks)
- 📚 Scholarship Types (Pool 2) –
- One-semester Croatian language studies (4–5 months) at Zagreb or Rijeka
- Summer seminar in Dubrovnik (2 weeks, August 2026)
- 🖥️ Application Requirements – Submit documents via the Agency’s online system plus:
- Pool 1: Nomination Letter from foreign authority
- Pool 2: Recommendation Letter from Croatian language professor
- 📌 Contact Agency – Agency for Mobility and EU Programmes, Frankopanska 26, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia; Tel: +385 (0)1 5556 498
Designation
- Fully Funded Scholarship
Scholarship Details Table
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Provider | Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth of Croatia |
| Degree Level | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, Postdoctoral |
| Coverage | Tuition Fees, Monthly Stipend, Housing, Meals |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities |
| Country | Croatia |
| Application Deadline | April 10, 2026 |
Research Areas
- Slavic Studies
- Croatian Language and Literature
- Various academic and research programs in multiple disciplines
Location
- Croatia
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality from countries with bilateral agreements with Croatia (for Application Pool 1)
- Minimum of two semesters studied at the home institution
- For undergraduate programs: Must have a high school diploma
- For master’s programs: Bachelor’s degree required
- For PhD programs: Master’s degree required
- For postdoctoral: PhD required
- Language Proficiency: Minimum B1 in Croatian for Croatian language programs; proficiency in Croatian or English required for other programs
- Age Limit: Maximum age 30 for BA, MA, and PhD programs; no age limit for language and postdoctoral programs
Job Description
The scholarship covers the following financial benefits:
- Full or partial tuition reimbursement
- Monthly stipend of:
- €300 for undergraduate and graduate students
- €320 for PhD students
- €480 for postdoctoral researchers
- Affordable student accommodation and meals
- Participation in scholarly and cultural events
- Assistance with health insurance during the scholarship period
How to Apply
- Select Scholarship Type: Choose the appropriate type from Application Pool 1 or 2.
- Prepare Documents: Required documents include:
- Online Application Form
- Scanned passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of enrollment at home institution
- Invitation letter (for research and PhD programs)
- Letter of Interest
- Research proposal (if applicable)
- Updated CV
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation letter
- Submit Application:
- For Application Pool 1, ensure nomination by national authority and submit via the Agency’s online system.
- For Application Pool 2, apply online and include a recommendation from Croatian language instructor.
Last Date to Apply
- April 10, 2026
This is a fantastic opportunity for international students to expand their academic and cultural horizons in a vibrant European environment. Don’t miss the chance to apply!
