Slovakia Scholarships for Talented International Students 2026/2027 | Study in Europe with Up to €15,000 Funding
Applications are now open for the Slovakia Scholarships for Talented International Students 2026/2027, a prestigious scholarship programme established by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic to attract outstanding international students to study in Slovakia.
The scholarship supports talented students enrolling in selected Bachelor’s, combined Bachelor’s and Master’s, or Master’s degree programmes at participating public and state higher education institutions in Slovakia. Successful applicants can receive up to €15,000 in scholarship funding while studying in the heart of Europe.
About the Slovakia Scholarships 2026/2027
The programme is part of Slovakia’s strategy to strengthen higher education and attract talented students from around the world to study in academic fields that support the country’s development priorities.
Students who are admitted into eligible programmes at participating universities can receive financial support throughout the duration of their studies, making Slovakia an affordable destination for international education.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Scholarship funding of up to €15,000
- €5,000 per academic year, paid as €500 monthly during the academic year
- Financial support for:
- Full-time Bachelor’s degree programmes (up to three academic years)
- The first three years of a combined Bachelor’s and Master’s programme
- Full-time Master’s degree programmes (up to two academic years)
- Opportunity to study at selected public and state universities in Slovakia
- Access to high-quality European education
- Opportunity to study in a safe country with excellent academic and career prospects.
Eligible Degree Programmes
The scholarship is available for students enrolling in:
- Bachelor’s degree programmes
- Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes
- Master’s degree programmes
The programme applies only to selected fields of study that contribute to Slovakia’s Smart Specialisation Strategy and national development priorities.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Slovakia Scholarships for Talented Students, applicants must satisfy the scholarship requirements, including:
- Be an international student.
- Apply for an eligible full-time degree programme at a participating Slovak public or state higher education institution.
- Meet the admission requirements of the chosen university.
- Successfully complete one of the required aptitude assessments:
- SAT test (latest accepted test date: 6 June 2026), or
- SCIO tests in Mathematics and General Academic Prerequisites.
- Meet all scholarship conditions specified by the programme.
Scholarship Duration
Financial support is provided for:
- Up to three academic years for Bachelor’s programmes.
- Up to three years of combined Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes.
- Up to two academic years for Master’s programmes.
Required Application Preparation
Applicants are encouraged to:
- Take the SAT examination or the required SCIO tests before applying.
- Prepare all required documents in advance.
- Obtain admission to an eligible participating university.
- Complete the online scholarship application within the application period.
Application Deadline
The deadline to submit applications is:
31 July 2026 (23:59 CEST).
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications through the official online scholarship portal after completing all eligibility requirements and preparing the necessary documents.
Applicants are encouraged to begin preparing early because the application window is relatively short and competition is expected to be high.
Conclusion
The Slovakia Scholarships for Talented International Students 2026/2027 provide an excellent opportunity for ambitious students to earn a European university degree with financial support of up to €15,000. If you are looking for an affordable way to study abroad, gain international experience, and build a successful global career, this scholarship is worth considering.
Submit your application before 31 July 2026 and take the next step toward studying in Slovakia.
