The Central European University (CEU) Scholarships 2026 provide international students with an incredible opportunity to pursue higher education in Hungary. Covering tuition fees, living expenses, and health insurance, these scholarships enable students to focus entirely on their academic and research goals.
Situated in Budapest, a city known for its cultural richness and vibrant intellectual life, CEU offers a diverse range of programs at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. Through its fully funded scholarships, CEU is committed to nurturing future leaders and researchers ready to make a global impact.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Hungary
- Host University: Central European University (CEU)
- Study Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Eligibility: International students from all nationalities
Available Study Fields
CEU provides scholarships across a wide variety of disciplines, including:
- Mathematics
- Sociology and Social Anthropology
- Nationalism Studies
- Environmental Sciences and Policy
- History
- International Relations
- Legal Studies
- Eastern Mediterranean Studies
- Network and Data Science
- Medieval Studies
- Gender Studies
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Public Policy
- Cognitive Science
- Economics and Business
- Religious Studies
Scholarship Benefits
Undergraduate Students
- Up to 50% tuition fee waiver
- €5,000 award for Presidential Scholars
Master’s Students
- Excellence Award: 100% tuition waiver, €1,000/month stipend, health insurance
- Distinction Award: 100% tuition waiver, €750/month stipend, health insurance
- Scholarship Award: 100% tuition waiver, €500/month stipend, health insurance
- Partial Scholarship: 100% tuition waiver, €300/month stipend, health insurance
Doctoral Students
- Full tuition waiver
- €1,680 gross monthly stipend
- Comprehensive health insurance
Additional Benefits
- €300/month in the first year for CEU alumni
- Access to financial aid and allowances
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants from any country may apply.
- Strong academic background is required.
- For Master’s programs: a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- For Doctoral programs: a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent).
- Exemption from English test is possible if prior degree was taught in English (official letter required).
Required Documents
- Updated CV or résumé
- Academic transcripts and previous degree certificates
- Letters of recommendation
- Copy of passport (proof of citizenship)
- Statement of purpose
- Research proposal (for graduate programs)
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Other supporting documents as required by the program
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Central European University Scholarships 2026 is 4 February 2026.
How to Apply
- Select your preferred program on CEU’s official portal.
- Review eligibility and scholarship requirements.
- Complete the online application form and upload all necessary documents.
- Indicate interest in scholarships within your application.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
- Pay any required application fee.
- Await results—shortlisted applicants may be invited for interviews or asked to provide additional materials.
Online Application Portal: Apply Here
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