About the opportunity
The Scholarships for Talented Students from All Over the World program is designed for international students, including Slovaks living abroad, who wish to pursue full-time higher education in Slovakia for the 2026/2027 academic year. The scholarship is available for full-time bachelor’s, combined bachelor’s and master’s, and master’s studies at selected public or state Slovak higher education institutions (HEIs) in study programs that align with the Smart Specialisation Strategy of the Slovak Republic (SK RIS3 2021+).
Funding and benefits
- Total funding of up to €15,000.
- Monthly payment of €500 for 10 months per academic year.
- Duration: 3 academic years for bachelor's or combined programs, 2 academic years for master's programs.
Who can apply?
- Non-Slovak citizenship (dual citizenship including Slovak is allowed). Slovaks living abroad with Slovak citizenship are also eligible.
- No permanent residence in Slovakia from January 1, 2021, until the application deadline.
- No prior study at a secondary school in Slovakia (except for Slovaks living abroad with Slovak citizenship).
- For bachelor's applicants: No prior study at a higher education institution (HEI) in Slovakia (except for academic mobilities).
- Admission to a public Slovak HEI for a supported full-time, in-person study program (at the time of application, having applied to an HEI is sufficient).
- Must meet minimum standardized test thresholds: SAT total score of 1100 (63rd percentile) or SCIO average percentile of 63 (Mathematics and General Academic Prerequisites).
Required documents
- Certified copy of a valid ID or Passport.
- Hand-signed Solemn Declaration of Permanent Residence.
- Certificate for Slovaks Living Abroad with Slovak Citizenship (if applicable).
- Consent of the Legal Guardian for processing personal data (for applicants under 18).
- Official certificate of SAT or SCIO test results.
- Structured Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English.
- Motivation letter in English.
When to apply
- Application registration is currently open.
- The application deadline is extended until September 8, 2026, 23:59 CEST.
- Official registration opening date for the current cycle will be announced on the website.
How to apply
- Register an account on the official scholarship portal.
- Prepare and upload all required documents, including a structured CV and motivation letter.
- Submit the electronic application exclusively through the official website.
- Apply for admission to a public Slovak HEI for a supported study program.
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Additional information
- Applicants may be divided into five geographical groups (Europe, USA/Canada/Australia/NZ/Oceania, South America, Central America/Africa, and Asia) for evaluation purposes.
- Tuition fee waivers are at the sole discretion of the individual HEIs.
- Scholarship recipients may be eligible for public health insurance in the Slovak Republic.
- The scholarship is a motivational tool intended to cover living costs.
- Changing HEIs after the award is not permitted; however, changing study programs within the same HEI is allowed if studies remain continuous.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Non-Slovak citizens who have not lived in Slovakia since January 2021.
- Students with strong SAT (1100+) or SCIO scores.
- Applicants pursuing a full-time degree at a public Slovak HEI.
What should you think carefully about?
- Tuition fee waivers are not guaranteed and are at the sole discretion of the individual higher education institutions.
- Applicants must meet strict minimum standardized test thresholds for the SAT or SCIO.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This scholarship provides a reliable monthly stipend to cover living costs for those pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a field aligned with Slovakia's Smart Specialisation Strategy.
Our take
A strong choice for high-achieving international students who want to pursue a degree in Slovakia and can meet the specific SAT/SCIO test requirements.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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