Central European University (CEU) is a private research university with its main campus in Budapest, Hungary. This university is considered one of the best scholarships in Europe for international students. Applications are now open for the CEU Scholarship 2026. The university offers bachelor 's , master's , and doctoral scholarships to all international students from all over the world. CEU offers a wide range of degree programs, and final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply for the Master's scholarship. Further details about the CEU scholarship requirements, financial benefits, and application procedures are provided below.

Details about the Central European University Scholarship 2026

• Country : Hungary
• University name : Central European University
• Degree level: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate
• Registration : Fall 2026

Hungarian CEU Scholarship Amount (Financial Aid)

CEU University Bachelor's Scholarship:

CEU offers a range of financial opportunities for the undergraduate programs, such as reduced tuition fees. Please read more in the CEU Financial Aid section.

CEU Master's Scholarship:

Master's Scholarships from Central European University based on academic merit:

• Tuition fees and health insurance.
• Monthly salary from 300 to 1000 euros per month

PhD Scholarships from Central European University:

• Covering the full cost of tuition fees
• €1,880 monthly stipend to assist with housing and living costs.

Note : All doctoral students are automatically considered for CEU doctoral scholarships.

Degree Programs

Check out all the degree programs offered at CEU University for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral Programs.

Required documents

Below you will find a list of documents you need to prepare to apply to CEU's Master's and Doctoral programs.

• Academic Writing Submissions
• Letters of recommendation
• Academic records
• CV or resume
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT, etc.) (for Economics and Business Department only)
• Completed CEU application form.

Proof of English Proficiency Exemption

You can request an exemption if:

• Your first language is English, or
• You are a current or former CEU student applying to a CEU doctoral program, or
• I have a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree taught exclusively in English.

Eligibility criteria

• The scholarship is open to all citizens.
• You must apply online.
• There's no need to contact a professor. The department will automatically assign you a professor after you select one.
• Upload all documents online.
• Final year undergraduate students can also apply.
• Eligibility for Bachelor’s Program
• Eligibility for Master’s Program
• Eligibility for the PhD Program

CEU University Application Deadline

• For PhD programs : February 4, 2026
• For Master's programs: February 4, 2026
• For Bachelor's Program : February 4, 2026

How to apply for the Central European University Scholarship 2026?

• All application materials must be submitted electronically. You may apply to up to five programs.
• Central European University (CEU) charges an application fee of EUR 30. Please submit your application only when it is final and 100% complete. Your application will not be accepted without the application fee.

The link to the official website is below.