Slovak Government Scholarship 2022/2023

The Slovak Government Scholarship, offered under the National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic, supports international academic mobility by providing opportunities for students, PhD candidates, university lecturers, researchers, and artists to undertake study, teaching, or research activities in Slovakia.

Funded by the Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sport of the Slovak Republic, the programme enables eligible applicants to spend a temporary period at a Slovak higher education institution or research organisation. Depending on the academic calendar and the nature of the proposed activity, the scholarship generally covers a stay ranging from three to ten months.

The programme aims to strengthen international academic cooperation, promote knowledge exchange, and encourage collaboration between Slovak institutions and foreign scholars.

Slovak Government Scholarship Details

• Host Institutions: Accredited higher education institutions and research organisations in Slovakia.
• Fields of Study: Various academic disciplines and research areas offered by the host institutions.
• Number of Scholarships: Not specified.
• Duration: One or two full semesters, generally lasting 4–5 or 9–10 months, respectively. For institutions operating on a trimester system, the scholarship may cover one, two, or three full trimesters, corresponding to approximately 3–4, 6–7, or 9–10 months.
• Eligible Countries: Applicants from eligible countries and nationalities, subject to the programme’s current eligibility requirements.

Slovak Government Scholarship Benefits and Financial Support

The Slovak Government Scholarship provides financial assistance to international students, PhD candidates, university lecturers, researchers, and artists undertaking academic, research, or teaching activities in Slovakia. The monthly stipend is intended to help cover living expenses, including accommodation, meals, and other costs associated with the stay.

Scholarship recipients may also receive assistance with accommodation arrangements and administrative formalities related to entering and residing in the Slovak Republic.

1. Monthly Scholarship Allowances

The monthly scholarship amount depends on the beneficiary’s academic status, qualifications, and professional experience.

• University students: €400 per month.
• PhD students: €734 per month.
• University lecturers, researchers, and artists without a PhD degree (or equivalent), with less than four years of professional experience: €734 per month.
• University lecturers, researchers, and artists holding a PhD degree (or equivalent), with less than ten years of professional experience: €980 per month.
• University lecturers, researchers, and artists holding a PhD degree (or equivalent), with more than ten years of professional experience: €1,050 per month.

2. Medical Examination Reimbursement

Eligible scholarship recipients may receive reimbursement of medical examination expenses of up to €250, subject to the programme’s applicable conditions and supporting documentation requirements.

3. Travel Allowance

The programme may provide a travel contribution depending on the distance between the applicant’s place of origin and Slovakia. The applicable amounts are as follows:

• Up to 350 km: No travel allowance (€0).
• More than 350 km and up to 2,000 km: €250.
• More than 2,000 km and up to 7,000 km: €500.
• More than 7,000 km: €1,000.

Applicants can estimate the distance between their home country and Slovakia using the Erasmus+ Distance Calculator.

Important Information on Scholarship Amounts

For university lecturers, researchers, and artists, the monthly scholarship amount is determined by their professional experience accumulated up to the application deadline. Doctoral studies may also count towards professional experience, with a maximum of six years of PhD studies taken into consideration.

Note: Applicants are advised to consult the official scholarship guidelines for the relevant application period to verify the applicable stipend amounts, reimbursement conditions, travel allowances, and eligibility requirements, as these provisions may change.

Slovak Government Scholarship Eligibility

Slovak Government Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

The Slovak Government Scholarship is open to international applicants who meet the programme’s academic and professional requirements. Eligible candidates must fall into one of the following categories.

1. University Students

Applicants applying under the university student category must meet all three of the following requirements:

• Be currently enrolled at a university located outside Slovakia.
• Be pursuing a second-cycle higher education programme (Master’s degree) or have completed at least 2.5 years of university studies in the same degree programme by the application deadline.
• Plan to undertake a study stay in Slovakia as part of their higher education outside the country and have been accepted for academic mobility by a public, private, or state university in Slovakia.

Important: All three conditions must be fulfilled. This category does not apply to doctoral (PhD) studies or equivalent programmes.

2. PhD Students

Doctoral candidates are eligible if they meet the following conditions:

• Their higher education or scientific training takes place outside Slovakia.
• They have been accepted for academic mobility by a public, private, or state university in Slovakia.
• Alternatively, they have been accepted by an eligible research institution authorised to conduct doctoral studies, such as the Slovak Academy of Sciences.
• Their proposed stay involves doctoral studies, research activities, or both, in accordance with the arrangements established with the host institution.

3. University Lecturers, Researchers, and Artists

International university lecturers, researchers, and artists may apply if they meet the following requirements:

• They have received an invitation from a Slovak institution for a teaching, research, or artistic stay.
• The host institution holds a valid certificate confirming its eligibility to conduct research and development activities.
• The host institution is based in Slovakia.
• The host institution is not a business company.

Nationality Requirements

• The scholarship is open to citizens of countries worldwide, except Slovak citizens.
• Applicants must satisfy the programme’s applicable eligibility requirements.
• Candidates should consult the official guidelines to verify any additional nationality restrictions or conditions for the relevant application period.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit their applications through the programme’s official online application system. The procedure generally involves the following steps:

• Access the official application portal.
• Read the application guidelines and verify the eligibility requirements.
• Complete the online application form.
• Prepare and upload all required supporting documents.
• Review the information provided to ensure that the application is complete and accurate.
• Submit the application before the official deadline.

Application system opening: The online application system generally opens at least six weeks before the application deadline. Applicants can complete and submit their applications only after the system has officially opened.

Important: Candidates should consult the official National Scholarship Programme guidelines to confirm the current eligibility criteria, required documents, application deadlines, and submission procedures.

Host Institutions in Slovakia

Applicants interested in the Slovak Government Scholarship can explore the available host institutions before submitting their applications. These include higher education institutions and research organisations based in Slovakia.

• Higher Education Institutions: Consult the official list of Slovak higher education institutions to identify universities that may host international students and academic mobility participants.
• Research Organisations: Explore the research institutions and organisations in Slovakia to identify potential host institutions for doctoral research, scientific activities, and other eligible stays.

Application Deadlines

Applicants should check the official scholarship calendar for the deadlines applicable to their intended period of stay. The dates listed in the source for the 2022 application cycle were:

• April 30, 2022, at 16:00 CET: For scholarship stays during the following academic year.
• October 31, 2022, at 16:00 CET: For scholarship stays during the summer semester of the current academic year.

Important: These deadlines are historical and have already passed. Applicants interested in the scholarship should consult the official National Scholarship Programme website to obtain the current application deadlines, eligibility requirements, and application instructions.

For further information about the Slovak Government Scholarship for International Students, visit the programme’s official website and review the guidelines for the relevant application period.

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