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Central European University Scholarship 2027 in Hungary (Fully Funded)

The Central European University Scholarship 2027 offers fully funded Masters and PhD programs in Hungary with monthly stipends up to 1,350 EUR, plus tuition-only undergraduate awards. Open to all nationalities with no application fee.

October 13, 2026 ⏰ Deadline: Feb 2, 2027

Quick Overview

Host CountryHungary
University/OrgCentral European University
Degree LevelUndergraduate, Masters, PhD
Funding TypeFully Funded, Partial Funding
Fields of StudyEconomics and Business, Environmental Sciences and Policy, International Relations, Legal Studies, Political Science
DeadlineFebruary 2, 2027

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Overview

The Central European University (CEU) Scholarship 2027 is a competitive funding opportunity for international students seeking to study in Hungary. Established in 1991, CEU is a private research university ranked 30th worldwide in politics and 37th in philosophy by QS World University Rankings. The scholarship supports Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degree programs for the 2027-2028 academic year.

For African applicants from Zimbabwe and the SADC region, this represents a significant opportunity to study at a prestigious European institution without the financial burden typically associated with international education.

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What the Scholarship Covers

Postgraduate Programs (Fully Funded)

Master’s and PhD students receive comprehensive financial support:

  • 100% tuition fee coverage
  • Health insurance
  • Monthly stipends:
    • CEU Master’s Excellence Scholarship: 1,000 EUR/month
    • CEU Master’s Distinction Scholarship: 750 EUR/month
    • CEU Master’s Scholarship: 500 EUR/month
    • CEU Doctoral Scholarships: 1,350 EUR/month

Undergraduate Programs (Tuition Only)

Two Presidential Awards are granted to outstanding Bachelor’s students, each valued at 5,000 EUR total across four years:

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  • Year I: 500 EUR
  • Year II: 1,000 EUR
  • Year III: 1,500 EUR
  • Year IV: 2,000 EUR

Available Programs and Fields

CEU offers more than 50 degree programs across 17 departments. All courses are taught in English. Available fields include:

  • Department of Political Science
  • Department of International Relations
  • Department of Economics and Business
  • Department of Legal Studies
  • Department of Environmental Sciences and Policy
  • School of Public Policy
  • Department of History
  • Department of Philosophy
  • Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology
  • Department of Mathematics
  • Department of Network and Data Science
  • Department of Cognitive Science
  • Nationalism Studies Program
  • Department of Gender Studies
  • Department of Medieval Studies
  • Center for Eastern Mediterranean Studies
  • Center for Religious Studies

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Open to all nationalities — no country restrictions
  • Bachelor’s applicants: High school certificate required
  • Master’s applicants: Undergraduate degree certificate or transcript
  • PhD applicants: Master’s degree required
  • English proficiency: Can be demonstrated through English Proficiency Certificate — IELTS/TOEFL not mandatory

No application fee is charged by the university.

Required Documents

Prepare the following for your application:

  • Previous degree certificates
  • Updated CV/resume
  • Recommendation letters
  • Research proposal (for graduate programs)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Any additional documents as specified by your chosen department

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the official CEU scholarship webpage
  2. Access the online application system
  3. Create an account and complete all required sections
  4. Upload all supporting documents
  5. Submit your application before the deadline

Key Dates

Application deadline: 2 February 2027

Applicants should begin preparing documents well in advance, particularly recommendation letters and research proposals which require significant time.

Why This Matters for African Students

For Zimbabwean and SADC region applicants, the CEU Scholarship 2027 offers several distinct advantages:

  • No IELTS requirement — English proficiency can be certified through alternative means, reducing costs and preparation time
  • Fully funded postgraduate options — Unlike many scholarships that only cover tuition, CEU provides living stipends
  • Strong reputation in governance and policy — Relevant for careers in public service, NGOs, and international development
  • English-taught programs — No language barrier for most SADC graduates

The monthly stipends (500–1,350 EUR) are particularly valuable given exchange rate considerations for students from the region.

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Funding Coverage

Postgraduate: 100% tuition, health insurance, monthly stipend (500-1,350 EUR/month). Undergraduate: Two Presidential Awards of 5,000 EUR total across four years (tuition only).

Eligibility Criteria

All nationalities. Bachelor's requires high school certificate; Master's requires undergraduate degree; PhD requires Master's degree. English proficiency required but IELTS/TOEFL not mandatory.

Required Documents

Previous degree certificates, CV, recommendation letters, research proposal (graduate), statement of purpose, English proficiency proof

Application Process

Online application through CEU system. No application fee. Submit all required documents before deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. CEU accepts an English Proficiency Certificate as an alternative to IELTS/TOEFL scores. This makes the scholarship accessible to applicants who cannot afford standardized English test fees.
Master's stipends range from 500 EUR to 1,000 EUR per month depending on the scholarship tier: Master's Scholarship (500 EUR), Master's Distinction Scholarship (750 EUR), or Master's Excellence Scholarship (1,000 EUR).
No. The undergraduate Presidential Award covers tuition fees only, distributed as 500 EUR (Year I), 1,000 EUR (Year II), 1,500 EUR (Year III), and 2,000 EUR (Year IV). Living expenses are not covered.
The confirmed deadline is 2 February 2027. Applications must be submitted by this date through CEU's online system.
CEU is ranked 30th globally in politics and 37th in philosophy, making it highly competitive. However, with over 50 programs across 17 departments, opportunities vary by field. Strong academic records, clear research proposals, and compelling statements of purpose improve selection chances.
No. CEU does not charge any application fee for scholarship applications.