Scholarship Programme for Christian Young People 2024/2025 in Hungary

Mission:

Empowering young Christian students in crisis regions by providing them with an opportunity to study in Hungary. Upon completion, scholars are committed to uplifting their communities and contributing to the reconstruction of war-affected areas, fostering Christian culture.

Partner Countries for 2024/2025:

Lebanese Republic, Republic of Ghana, Republic of Niger, Republic of Chad, Republic of Iraq, State of Israel, Palestine, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Syrian Arab Republic, Republic of Kenya, the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Republic of Armenia, and Nigeria.

Managed by:

Hungary Helps Agency

Field of Study:

• Bachelor, Master, and One-Tier Master Level
• Doctoral Level

Benefits:

• Tuition-Free Education:
  • Exemption from tuition fees.
• Monthly Stipend:
  • Bachelor, master, and one-tier master level: HUF 166,600 monthly for living expenses.
  • Doctoral level: HUF 140,000 (first 4 semesters) and HUF 180,000 (second 4 semesters).
• Accommodation:
  • Dormitory or HUF 40,000 contribution.
• Travel Costs:
  • Reimbursement of HUF 200,000 per year.
• Medical Insurance:
  • Health services per Hungarian legislation and supplementary insurance up to HUF 65,000/year.

Note:

These provisions contribute to living expenses, but additional financial resources are advised.

Required Documents:

1. Online Application Form:
   • Recent photo taken within the last 6 months.
2. Motivation Letter:
   • Minimum 1 page, typed in Times New Roman 12-point letters, explaining study choice and contribution to the local community.
3. Approved Recommendation:
   • Recommendation from the local Christian Church, approved by the State Secretariat for the Aid of Persecuted Christians and Hungary Helps Program (issued not earlier than 1 November 2023).
4. Proof of Language Proficiency:
   • Scanned copy with a minimum level determined by the Host Institution.
5. School Certificates:
   • Academic certificates.
6. Transcript of Records:
   • Academic records.
7. Medical Certificate:
   • Issued not earlier than 1 November 2023, with laboratory tests for AIDS, Hepatitis B, C, or other epidemic conditions.
8. Identification Document:
   • Copy of national ID if no passport is available.
9. Acceptance of Statement:
   • Agree to the “Statement for Application” in the online system.
10. Research Plan:
    • Minimum 2 pages, typed in Times New Roman 12-point font size (for PhD Applicants).
11. Statement of the Supervisor:
    • Statement by the proposed host institution supervisor (for PhD Applicants).
12. Letter of Recommendation:
    • One signed letter from the applicant’s former or current academic supervisor (for PhD Applicants).

Application:

• Call for Applications 2024/25:
  • Apply here
• Deadline:
  • 10th January 2024 (23:59 Budapest time)