HungaryBachelor, MasterNext cycle not announced yetPartially FundedSzéchenyi István University SODA Scholarship 2027
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Széchenyi István University in Hungary offers the Széchenyi ODA Grant (SODA Scholarship) to citizens of OECD DAC ODA-recipient countries, which include most Arab and African countries, who apply to English-taught bachelor's or master's programmes. Double degrees are excluded. The grant refunds 90% of the tuition fee for the official study period (30% after that) and includes a free university dormitory place and free basic healthcare. The refund is paid after each completed semester. Applicants must declare SODA in the admissions platform. Ten grants were offered for 2026/27 (5 BSc, 5 MSc). The 2027/28 deadline has not been announced yet. Previous rounds ran from February to June, aligned with self-funded admission deadlines. Candidates need an excellent GPA and admission result and must complete at least 18 credits per semester to keep the grant.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
3 Benefits90% tuition refund
For the official study period (30% after), paid after each completed semester.
Free dormitory
A free place in a university dormitory.
Free basic healthcare
Free basic healthcare coverage.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
4 CriteriaAll except: Hungary (specific track conditions apply)
Required Documents
3 DocsMax 300 words
Voluntary work, arts, sports or contests
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: 90% tuition refund, Free dormitory, Free basic healthcare.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Motivation letter, Evidence of extracurricular activities, Standard programme application documents.
Apply directly on the official website: https://admissions.sze.hu/soda-scholarship. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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Available Majors
Open to all fields of study
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