The Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship Program provides fully-funded study opportunities for international students. These scholarships are available for Master’s and PhD programs, offering a monthly stipend of up to €1,470.

Scholarship Summary
Host Country: Slovakia
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
Eligible Country: All Countries
Reward: Full Scholarship | €620 – €1,470 Living Allowance | Accommodation | Travel allowance
No IELTS Required
Deadline: April 30, 2025
Requirements for the Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship Program
To be considered for the Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Firstly, they should be a citizen of a foreign country
- Next, they should be Master’s students or have completed at least 2.5 years of their university studies in the same or a similar study program by the application deadline.
- In addition, these students must be participating in an academic mobility program, meaning they will be on a study stay in Slovakia during their higher education abroad.
- Furthermore, they must have already received acceptance from a public, private, or state higher education institution in Slovakia for this academic mobility.
- Be enrolling in a postgraduate degree program at a Slovakian institution.
- PhD students are eligible if their higher education or scientific training takes place outside Slovakia and they have been accepted by a public, private, or state higher education institution or a research institution in Slovakia that is authorized to carry out a doctoral study program.
- Be international university teachers, researchers, or artists invited for a teaching, research, or artistic stay in Slovakia by an institution with a valid certificate of eligibility to carry out research and development (excluding business companies).
- Meet the language requirements of the country (English, French, Slovak, or Spanish).
Required Documents for the Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship Program
The required documents to attach to the online application for the Government of the Slovak Republic National Scholarship Program are:
- Curriculum vitae
- Motivation letter
- Detailed study program
- Two recommendation letters from the applicant’s university teachers
- Confirmation from the applicant’s home university confirming that they are a regular student at the time of application
- Scan of the applicant’s bachelor’s diploma, diploma supplement, and state examination certificate (if applicable)
- Admission/invitation letter from the host university in Slovakia indicates the stay period.
How to Apply to the 2025 Government of Slovak Republic National Scholarship
To apply for the 2024 Government of Slovak Republic National Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should:
- Use the link below to access the application page.
- Download the scholarship application form and complete it.
- Review the conditions for the Slovak government scholarship, which can be found on the website (select your country).
- After meeting the requirements, register on the website and verify your account.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025.
Apply here
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