SEMMELWEIS UNIVERSITY
Semmelweis University Scholarships in Medical Sciences
partial · bachelors, masters, phd
- 3 levelsBachelor's, master's and PhD
- ~EUR 3,750 / semester (est.)Nursing MSc tuition before scholarship
- 2 yearsNursing MSc duration (4 semesters)
- Full or partialFunding options available
- IELTS 5.5Minimum English for Nursing MSc
- International studentsWho may apply
At a glance
partial
Funding
€18k
Max amount
Jul 31, 2026
Deadline
Open to international students worldwide
Country
Semmelweis University
Provider
Semmelweis University in Budapest offers a range of scholarships for international students in medical and health sciences across bachelor's, master's and PhD level. Funding spans partial tuition support through the university's own Pannonia In Excellence scheme to full funding via national programmes such as Stipendium Hungaricum and the Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship, which can cover tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation allowance and medical insurance. Eligible fields include general medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, health sciences and the Andras Peto Faculty. The two-year (4-semester) Nursing MSc is taught fully in English with a tuition fee of around EUR 3,750 per semester before any scholarship; entry requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, English at IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 50+ / Duolingo 85+, a 500-1000 word motivation letter and a pass in an online multiple-choice entrance test held between March and August. The Pannonia In Excellence award is merit-based, runs for 1 year and is renewable. Exact tuition figures, stipend amounts, the number of awards and the current-cycle deadlines differ by programme and scheme, so confirm the latest details on Semmelweis University's official admissions pages before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition support — Partial to full tuition coverage depending on the scheme; the Nursing MSc tuition is around ~EUR 3,750 per semester (est.) before any scholarship reduction.
- Monthly stipend — National schemes such as Stipendium Hungaricum provide a monthly living stipend; the exact amount is set each cycle.
- Accommodation allowance — Stipendium Hungaricum and the Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship include an accommodation allowance or dormitory placement.
- Medical insurance — Health and medical insurance cover for the duration of studies under the fully funded national schemes.
- Merit support (Pannonia In Excellence) — The Pannonia In Excellence award gives merit-based financial support for academic, sporting or artistic achievement, for 1 year and renewable.
How to apply
Applicants apply either directly through Semmelweis University's admissions system or, for the fully funded national awards, via the relevant Hungarian government scholarship portal, then complete any programme-specific entrance steps.
- Check eligibility and choose a scheme — Confirm you meet the requirements for your chosen programme and decide whether to apply for a university scholarship (e.g. Pannonia In Excellence) or a national fully funded scheme (Stipendium Hungaricum, Diaspora Scholarship).
- Prepare your documents — Assemble academic transcripts, recommendation letters, a motivation letter (500-1000 words for the Nursing MSc) and proof of English proficiency (IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 50+ / Duolingo 85+).
- Submit the online application — Apply through the official Semmelweis University admissions website, or through the Hungarian government scholarship portal for national awards.
- Sit the entrance exam if required — For programmes such as the Nursing MSc, take the online multiple-choice entrance test held between March and August; results are returned within about three weeks.
- Await selection results — Scholarship recipients are notified before the academic year begins; respond and complete enrolment by the stated date.
Eligibility
NationalityOpen to international students; Stipendium Hungaricum requires applicants from countries with a bilateral education agreement with Hungary, while the Diaspora Scholarship targets students of Hungarian descent living outside Europe.
Academic qualificationRelevant prior qualification for the level applied to; the Nursing MSc requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
English proficiencyFor the Nursing MSc, IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 50+ or Duolingo 85+ is required.
Entrance test and motivation letterThe Nursing MSc requires a pass in an online multiple-choice entrance test and a 500-1000 word motivation letter.
The Pannonia In Excellence award is open to students enrolled in English- or German-taught programmes in General Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Health Sciences or the Andras Peto Faculty.
Eligible countries
Open to international students worldwide, Stipendium Hungaricum: countries with a bilateral agreement with Hungary, Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship: students of Hungarian descent outside Europe
Deadlines
2026 intake~31 July 2026 (est.)
Following cycle~July 2027 (est.)
Selection
Selection depends on the scheme: academic merit and the entrance exam result for programmes such as the Nursing MSc, merit (including sport and arts) for the Pannonia In Excellence award, and the national selection process for Stipendium Hungaricum and the Diaspora Scholarship. Motivation letters and prior academic records are weighed in all cases.
Verified sources
- Semmelweis University - Admissionssemmelweis.huofficial
- Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programmestipendiumhungaricum.huofficial
About the provider
Semmelweis University, founded in 1769 and based in Budapest, Hungary, is one of Europe's oldest medical universities. It trains international students in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, health sciences and nursing in English, German and Hungarian, and its degrees are recognised across the EU.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What scholarships does Semmelweis University offer?
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It offers its own Pannonia In Excellence merit award and supports access to national fully funded schemes such as Stipendium Hungaricum and the Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship, across medical and health sciences programmes.
Which degree levels are covered?
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Bachelor's, master's and PhD programmes in medical and health sciences disciplines.
What fields can I study?
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General medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, health sciences and the Andras Peto Faculty.
How much is the Nursing MSc tuition?
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Around ~EUR 3,750 per semester (est.) before any scholarship reduction; the programme runs for 2 years (4 semesters).
What English score do I need for the Nursing MSc?
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IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 50+ or Duolingo 85+.
Is there an entrance exam?
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Yes, the Nursing MSc requires an online multiple-choice entrance test held between March and August, with results returned within about three weeks.
Do I need a motivation letter?
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Yes, the Nursing MSc requires a motivation letter of 500-1000 words.
What does a fully funded national scholarship cover?
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Schemes such as Stipendium Hungaricum cover tuition, a monthly stipend, an accommodation allowance and medical insurance; confirm the current amounts on the official page.
Who is eligible for Stipendium Hungaricum?
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Students from countries that have a bilateral education agreement with Hungary; the Diaspora Scholarship instead targets students of Hungarian descent living outside Europe.
When is the application deadline?
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Around 31 July 2026 (est.); deadlines vary by programme and scheme, so confirm the exact current-cycle date on Semmelweis University's official admissions page.
How do I apply?
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Apply through the official Semmelweis University admissions website, or through the Hungarian government scholarship portal for the national fully funded awards.
Is the Pannonia In Excellence award renewable?
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Yes, it is awarded for 1 year and is renewable, and it recognises academic, sporting and artistic achievement.