Scholarship details
Are you looking for a golden opportunity to pursue your master’s or doctoral degree in Slovakia? Do you want to experience the rich culture, history, and nature of this Central European country? If you answered yes to both questions, then you should not miss the chance to apply for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia.
The Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia is a fully funded scholarship program offered by the Government of Slovakia. The scholarship aims to support the internationalization of Slovak higher education and research institutions by attracting talented and motivated students and researchers from all over the world. The scholarship also fosters academic and cultural exchange and cooperation between Slovakia and other countries.
Scholarship Provider
The scholarship provider is the Government of Slovakia, through the Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sport. The scholarship is administered by the Slovak Academic Information Agency (SAIA), a non-governmental organization that promotes international cooperation in education and research. The scholarship is part of the National Scholarship Program of the Slovak Republic, which was established in 2005.
Eligible Applicants
The eligible applicants for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia are:
- Foreign university students who are enrolled at least in the 6th semester of their bachelor’s or master’s studies at a foreign university and who will spend one semester (5 months) at a Slovak university as exchange students.
- Foreign PhD students who are enrolled in a PhD program at a foreign university and who will conduct a part of their doctoral research (1 to 10 months) at a Slovak university or research institute.
- Foreign university teachers, researchers, and artists who have a PhD degree or at least four years of work experience in their field and who will carry out a teaching, research, or artistic activity (1 to 10 months) at a Slovak university or research institute.
Host Country
The host country for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia is Slovakia, a landlocked country in Central Europe. Slovakia is bordered by Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, and Ukraine. Slovakia has a population of about 5.5 million people and covers an area of about 49,000 square kilometers. Slovakia is a member of the European Union, NATO, OECD, and Schengen Area. Slovakia has a rich and diverse cultural heritage, with influences from various historical periods and regions. Slovakia is also known for its natural beauty, with mountains, forests, caves, rivers, and lakes.
Scholarship Worth
The scholarship worth for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia is up to 734 € per month, depending on the level and type of the scholarship holder. The scholarship covers the living costs of the scholarship holder, such as food, accommodation, and transportation. The scholarship also provides a travel allowance for the scholarship holder, based on the distance between their home country and Slovakia. The travel allowance ranges from 0 € to 1,000 €, depending on the distance.
Level and Field of Study
The level and field of study for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia are not specified. The scholarship is open to students and researchers who are pursuing any degree or major in any field of study at any accredited Slovak university or research institute. However, the scholarship requires the applicants to have a good command of Slovak, English, or another foreign language that is relevant for their study or research.
How to Apply
The application process for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia is online and free of charge. The applicants need to fill out an online application form and upload the following documents:
- A motivation letter
- A structured curriculum vitae
- A confirmation of study or research stay issued by the Slovak university or research institute
- A transcript of records or a diploma supplement
- A copy of a diploma or a certificate of state examination
- A copy of a passport
- Two letters of recommendation (for PhD students and university teachers, researchers, and artists)
The applicants can apply for up to three different universities or research institutes in Slovakia. The applicants can also apply for more than one type of scholarship, but they can only receive one scholarship at a time.
Countries that can Apply
The countries that can apply for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia are all countries of the world, except for Slovakia. The scholarship is open to students and researchers from any nationality, as long as they are not Slovak citizens or permanent residents.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the Full NSP Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Slovakia are as follows:
- The applicant must be a student or a researcher from a foreign country, other than Slovakia.
- The applicant must have a good academic record and a good command of Slovak, English, or another foreign language that is relevant for their study or research.
- The applicant must have a confirmation of study or research stay issued by the Slovak university or research institute that they wish to attend.
- The applicant must meet the specific requirements of the Slovak university or research institute that they wish to attend.
Scholarship Deadline
Until April 30, 2024.
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