The Government of Hungary, through the Tempus Public Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education (State Department for Higher Education) in Kenya, has announced the opening of applications for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year.
A total of 200 scholarships are available to eligible Kenyan students who wish to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-Tier Master’s, and PhD programs at Hungarian universities.Hungary advert for 2026
Scholarship Overview
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme aims to promote cultural exchange and strengthen the educational partnership between Kenya and Hungary by providing opportunities for Kenyan students to study in various academic fields in Hungary.
Successful applicants will benefit from:
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Full tuition coverage
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Monthly stipend
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Accommodation support
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Comprehensive health insurance
Eligibility
Applicants must:
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Be Kenyan citizens.
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Have strong academic qualifications relevant to their level of study (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD).
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Meet the admission requirements of the chosen Hungarian university.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online through the official portal:
🔗 https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu
The application portal opens on 15th November 2025 and closes on 15th January 2026.
After completing the online application, candidates must submit their applications to the Ministry of Education before 16th January 2026 at 5:00 PM.
More Information
For detailed guidelines on the application process, visit the Ministry of Education’s official website:
🔗 www.education.go.ke under the Scholarship Theme section.
Important Dates
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Application Opens: 15th November 2025
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Deadline for Online Applications: 15th January 2026
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Submission to Ministry of Education: On or before 16th January 2026 at 5:00 PM
Conclusion
This is a golden opportunity for ambitious Kenyan students to pursue world-class education in Hungary under a fully funded program. Interested candidates are encouraged to start preparing their academic documents early and apply once the portal opens.
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