BS/MS Admissions in Hungary
When can I start my studies in Hungary?
✓January deadlines for September start
✓Stipendium: November applications
What do I need to get admited?
✓ Bachelor’s: High school + IELTS 5.5
✓ Medicine: Entrance exam (Biology/Chemistry)
Is IELTS mandatory for admission?
Not always! Exemptions if you:
✓ Studied in English (submit MOI letter)
✓ Are from an English-speaking country
How much does tuition cost?
🇭🇺 Hungary Study Costs (2025)
✓ Tuition: EU students pay €0–3K/year | Non-EU €2K–12K – Stipendium Hungaricum covers full costs for selected countries!
✓ Living Costs: Budapest rent €400–800 (dorms €250–400) + insurance €60–100 – *use student travel pass (€10/month)!*
✓ Pro Tip: Learn Hungarian for free tuition – *1-year prep courses available at ELTE/BME!*
What financial support is available?
🇭🇺 Hungary Scholarships (2025)
✓ Full Funding: Stipendium Hungaricum (covers all costs) | CEU/ELTE merit awards (tuition + €300/month).
✓ EU Benefits: Erasmus+ + family allowances (under 25) – includes Budapest housing subsidies!
✓ Pro Tip: Apply for Stipendium by Jan 15 – *50+ countries eligible!*
Is health insurance required?
🩺 Health Insurance – Hungary
Non-EU students: Mandatory private insurance (€30K coverage) pre-arrival | EU students: EHIC valid but supplementary private insurance recommended.
What is the Key Advise?
🇭🇺 Hungary Student Success (2025)
✓ Housing Hustle: Apply for dorms (*€150–300/month*) 6+ months early – private flats hit €500+ in Budapest!
✓ Hungarian Basics: Free university courses (A1-B1) – unlocks jobs, visas & local connections.
✓ Adventure Pass: Student spa discounts (€5 Széchenyi Baths!) + €10 train tickets to Lake Balaton!
What is the cost of living?
🇭🇺 Hungary Student Budget (2025)
✓ Essentials: Dorms (€150–300) | Private flats €400–780 | Food €180–260 + transport pass €10 (student discount).
✓ Extras: Utilities €80–120 + fun €40–90 – Budapest 40% pricier than Debrecen!
✓ Savings Hack: Shop at piac markets + use student ID for 50% off museums/baths
What are the work opportunities and allowed working hours?
🇭🇺 Hungary Work Rules (2025)
✓ EU/EEA: Unlimited work | Non-EU: 30h/week (*90 full days/year*) – must notify immigration office.
✓ Top Jobs: Tourism (summer), IT (Budapest), automotive (Győr) – *avg wage €4–8/hour*.
✓ Post-Grad: 9-month job-search visa → Blue Card (€30K+ salary) or national work permit.
What are the minimum visa requirements?
🇭🇺 Hungary Student Visa (2025)
✓ Essentials: Admission letter, passport, proof of funds (€600+/month), health insurance (€30K), rental contract.
✓ Extras: Visa fee (€60), clean criminal record, medical check – *non-EU start 4+ months early!*
✓ Pro Tip: Funds must be in a Hungarian bank (or blocked account) – ask for our banking guide!
