Slovakia · Slovak universities and institutes
About this opportunity
Funded by the Slovak government and run by SAIA, NŠP supports master’s-level students (or students with 2.5+ years of study), PhD students, university teachers, researchers and artists from any country. You need an acceptance or invitation from a Slovak host institution.
Deadlines are 31 October (summer semester of the current year) and 30 April (next academic year). Full-degree study is not funded, and you cannot combine it with Erasmus+.
Who can apply
Non-Slovak citizens: students (master's level or 2.5+ years of study), PhD students, teachers, researchers and artists with a Slovak host.
- Eligible nationalities
- All nationalities
- Open to
- Master's students, PhD candidates, Postdocs, Professionals
What the funding covers
€620–€1,470 per month
€620/month (students), €1,025.50 (PhD), €1,370–1,470 (researchers with PhD); travel grant €0–1,500.
- Tuition Not separately covered
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Partly covered / varies
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- Valid passport
- Transcripts and degree or school-leaving certificates (with certified English translations if needed)
- CV
- Statement of purpose, motivation letter or study plan
- Recommendation letters (usually two)
- English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) or waiver evidence
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
- Get an acceptance letter/invitation from a Slovak host institution.
- Apply online on scholarships.sk by 31 October 2026 (16:00 CET) or 30 April 2027.
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Program dates
- Duration
- 1–10 months (students 1–2 semesters)
Quick answers
Who can apply for Slovak National Scholarship Programme?
Open to all nationalities. Level: Master's students, PhD candidates, Postdocs, Professionals. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is Slovak National Scholarship Programme fully funded?
Funding type: Stipend, Travel grant. Amount: €620–€1,470 per month. Covers: stipend or salary. Not separately covered: tuition, travel (partly).
What is the deadline for Slovak National Scholarship Programme?
The deadline is 31 Oct 2026 (16:00 CET). Status: Closes in 11 days. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does Slovak National Scholarship Programme require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for Slovak National Scholarship Programme?
Get an acceptance letter/invitation from a Slovak host institution. Apply only on the official website (www.scholarships.sk). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- Official source
- www.scholarships.sk
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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