Applications are now open for the Slovak National Scholarship Program. The Slovak Scholarships for International Students are fully funded by the Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sport of the Slovak Republic.

the details:-

• Grant provider: Government of Slovakia
• Educational level: Master's, PhD, University Professors, Researchers and Artists
• Grant coverage: Fully funded
• Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
• Donor country: Slovakia
• Application deadline: October 31, 2025 (second batch)
  

Financial benefits:

• Living costs for students on international scholarships
• Food and accommodation during the study period
• Monthly allowances:
• University student: 650 euros
• PhD student: 1025.50 euros
  

Travel allowance for undergraduate and PhD students based on distance:

1. Up to 200 km – €0
2. Over 200 km and up to 300 km – €50
3. Over 300 km and up to 500 km – €100
4. Over 500 km and up to 1000 km – €250
5. Over 1000 km and up to 2000 km – €350
6. Over 2000 km and up to 3000 km – €500
7. Over 3000 km and up to 5000 km – €750
8. Over 5000 km and up to 7000 km – €1,100
9. Over 7000 km – €1,500
   

Allowances for professors, researchers, and artists are determined according to qualifications and work experience:

• Without a PhD and less than 4 years of experience: €734
• With a PhD and less than 10 years of experience: €980
• With a PhD and over 10 years of experience: €1,050
  

Grant duration:

The National Grants Programme in the Slovak Republic is a short-term funding program for research at higher education institutions in Slovakia.
The grant duration for undergraduate students is 1–2 full semesters (i.e., 4–5 or 9–10 months) or 1–3 full semesters if the academic year is divided into three semesters (i.e., 3–4, 6–7, or 9–10 months).
The grant duration for doctoral students is 1–10 months.
The grant duration for professors, researchers, and artists is also 1–10 months.

Eligibility criteria:

All international students from around the world are eligible.
Undergraduate students at universities outside of Slovakia are eligible.
Note: This scholarship is not a full-time scholarship for Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degrees.
It includes students in the second level of higher education (Master's students) or students who have completed at least 2.5 years of undergraduate study in the same program by the application deadline.

Required documents:

• Academic resume or CV
• Statement of interest or motivation
• Study plan/Research plan/Research proposal
• My letter of recommendation
• Educational documents (results, certificates, academic degrees)
• Letter of acceptance or offer
• Copy of passport
• Other supporting documents (if any)
  

Application deadline:

October 31, 2025.
How to apply for the National Scholarship Program:
Applications must be submitted online to the National Scholarship Program in Slovakia. For more details, please visit the official scholarship website:
https://www.scholarships.sk/.../progra.../foreign-applicants

Frequently asked questions:

1. What is the National Scholarship Program (NSP) in Slovakia?
   The National Scholarship Program is a program that provides financial support to international students wishing to study or conduct research in Slovakia at the Master's and PhD levels.
   2. How can I apply for the NSP in Slovakia?
   Applications are usually submitted through the program's website by completing an online form, uploading supporting documents, and submitting a research proposal (for research grants).
   3. What types of scholarships are available?
   The NSP offers scholarships for academic study and research, as well as scholarships for Slovak language courses.
   4. What does an NSP scholarship cover?
   The scholarship includes a monthly stipend, health insurance, and a travel allowance. The amount of the allowance varies depending on the type of scholarship and the student's country of origin.
   5. What is the application deadline?
   October 31 at 4:00 PM Central European Time (CET) for the summer semester.
   6. How are scholarship recipients selected?
   Selection is based on academic record, research proposal (for research grants), language proficiency, and the relevance of the proposed project to Slovakia.
   7. Can scholarship recipients work while studying?
   Yes, they are allowed to work part-time, provided it does not interfere with their studies.
   Important links:
   Official application portal: https://www.scholarships.sk/.../progr.../foreign-applicants/
   Good luck to all!