Summary
The National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2026 offers a unique opportunity for international students, university teachers, researchers, and artists to study or conduct research in Slovakia on a fully funded basis.
- 🌍 Fully Funded Opportunity: Slovakia National Scholarship Program 2026 offers international students a chance to study or conduct research in Slovakia with most expenses covered.
- 🎓 Eligible Candidates: Open to Master’s students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers, and artists from all countries.
- 🏫 Study Scope: Covers a wide range of academic fields and majors at higher education institutions in Slovakia.
- 💸 No Application Fee: Applicants can apply completely free of cost.
- 📅 Deadline: The last date to apply is 30 April 2026.
- 💰 Financial Support: Includes monthly stipend, accommodation, food, and travel allowance (amount varies by distance and category).
- 💶 Monthly Stipend:
- University students: 650 €
- PhD students: 1025.50 €
- Teachers/researchers/artists: 734 € – 1050 € depending on experience
- ✈️ Travel Allowance: Provided based on travel distance, ranging from 50 € to 1500 €.
- ⏳ Duration: Short-term exchange program
- Students: 4–10 months
- PhD & professionals: 1–10 months
- ⚠️ Important Note: Not a full-degree scholarship (does not cover full Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programs).
- 📚 Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be an international student
- Master’s level students or those with at least 2.5 years of university study completed
- 📄 Required Documents: CV, motivation letter, study/research plan, recommendation letters, academic transcripts, passport, and admission/offer letter.
- 📝 Application Process: Apply online through the official NSP website with required documents and research proposal (if applicable).
- ❓ Additional Benefits: Includes health insurance, part-time work permission, and support for research or Slovak language courses.
Designation
- Program Name: National Scholarship Program 2026
- Provider: Government of Slovakia
- Coverage: Fully Funded
Table of Scholarship Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Degree Levels | Masters, PhD, University Teachers, Researchers, Artists |
| Eligibility | All Nationalities |
| Location | Slovakia |
| Application Fee | None |
| Financial Benefits | Living Costs, Travel Allowance, Monthly Stipend |
| Application Deadline | 30 April 2026 |
Research Areas
- All academic fields and majors are available for study and research within higher educational institutions in Slovakia.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Open to all international students from any country.
- Must be students of the second level of higher education (master’s students) or have completed at least 2.5 years of university studies in the same program.
Description
The NSP aims to support candidates who are looking to pursue higher studies or research in Slovakia. The scholarship covers living expenses, including food and accommodation, as well as a travel allowance based on the distance from the home country to Slovakia. The duration of the scholarship varies from 1 to 10 months, depending on the candidate’s study/research needs.
Financial Coverage
- Living Costs:
- University Students: €650
- PhD Students: €1,025.50
- Travel Allowance (based on distance):
- Distances up to 200 km: €0
- Distances over 200 km: Up to €1,500
How to Apply
- Visit the official scholarship website.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload required documents:
- Academic CV or Resume
- Statement of Interest or Motivation
- Study/Research Plan
- Two Recommendation Letters
- Educational Documents (Transcripts, Degrees)
- Admission or Offer Letter
- Copy of Passport
- Any other supporting materials
Last Date to Apply
- 30 April 2026
For more detailed information and to apply, please visit the official scholarship page.
