Slovak Government Scholarships Guide 2026
The Slovak Government offers four distinct scholarship programmes for international students, each with unique eligibility criteria and funding types. This guide helps applicants navigate these options, focusing on the National Scholarship Programme (NSP) for short-term mobility and the ODA Government Scholarship for full degrees. Understanding these programmes is crucial for successful applications, as many applicants often apply to the wrong scheme.
The NSP supports master's students, PhD candidates, researchers, and university teachers wishing to study in Slovakia for one or two semesters. The ODA scholarship, however, is available only to citizens of 32 specific developing countries and requires study in Slovak. This guide provides detailed information on eligibility, application processes, and common pitfalls to avoid.
Eligibility
The NSP is open to all countries except Slovakia, while the ODA scholarship is limited to citizens of 32 specific developing countries. Applicants for the Talented International Students Scholarship must meet a minimum SAT score of 1100. Age limits apply for certain programmes: 26 years for Bachelor's and Master's degrees, and 35 years for PhD candidates.
Deadline: 30 April 2026 / 31 October 2026
Benefits
NSP stipends range from €620 to €1,470 per month, depending on the category. The ODA programme offers a monthly stipend of €700 for Bachelor's and Master's students, and €1,100 for PhD candidates, along with additional allowances for university fees and bonuses.
