Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October. The National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic is accepting applications from international students, PhD candidates, university teachers, researchers and artists for funded academic mobility in Slovakia during the summer semester of the 2026/2027 academic year. The programme provides monthly living allowances of €620 to €1,470, depending on applicant category, while eligible students and PhD candidates may also apply for a separate travel grant. Applications for the current call close on 31 October 2026 at 16:00 CET.

The programme supports:

🎓 STUDY STAYS

🔬 RESEARCH STAYS

🎨 ARTISTIC STAYS

👨‍🏫 TEACHING STAYS

and:

🌍 INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC MOBILITY.

It is financed by the:

🇸🇰 MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND YOUTH OF THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC

and administered by:

SAIA — SLOVAK ACADEMIC INFORMATION AGENCY.

⚠️ Important 2027 Accuracy Note

The current application deadline is:

📅 31 OCTOBER 2026 AT 16:00 CET

not 31 October 2027.

This call supports scholarship stays taking place during the:

SUMMER SEMESTER OF THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC YEAR,

which means successful applicants will generally undertake their funded mobility in:

2027.

The programme also has a second regular deadline:

30 APRIL

for stays during the following academic year.

🌍 Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Programme	National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic
Country	Slovakia
Current Call	Summer Semester 2026/2027
Target Stay Period	2027
Eligible Applicants	Students, PhD Students, University Teachers, Researchers & Artists
International Applicants	Yes
Nationality	Citizens of Any Country Except Slovakia
Student Scholarship	€620/Month
PhD Scholarship	€1,025.50/Month
Teacher/Researcher/Artist Scholarship	€1,025.50–€1,470/Month
Travel Grant	Available to Eligible Students & PhD Students
Student Stay Duration	1–2 Semesters / 1–3 Trimesters
PhD Stay Duration	1–10 Months
Teacher/Researcher/Artist Stay	1–10 Months
Full Degree Funding	No
Application Method	Online
Deadline	31 October 2026, 16:00 CET
Application Portal	scholarships.sk

🏛️ What Is the National Scholarship Programme?

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

The National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic was created to support:

INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY

between Slovakia and universities or research institutions abroad.

For international applicants, the programme supports temporary stays at:

🎓 SLOVAK UNIVERSITIES

🔬 RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS

and:

🏛️ OTHER ELIGIBLE ACADEMIC OR RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS.

The programme is not intended to finance a complete bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in Slovakia. It focuses on:

SHORT- AND MEDIUM-TERM ACADEMIC MOBILITY.

🎓 Who Can Apply?

There are three main international applicant categories.

1️⃣ University Students

Eligible students must:

✅ STUDY AT A UNIVERSITY OUTSIDE SLOVAKIA

and either:

✅ BE ENROLLED IN SECOND-CYCLE / MASTER’S-LEVEL STUDY

or:

✅ HAVE COMPLETED AT LEAST 2.5 YEARS OF UNIVERSITY STUDY

in the same or a similar study programme by the application deadline.

They must also be accepted by a Slovak higher education institution for an:

ACADEMIC MOBILITY STUDY STAY.

⏱️ Student Scholarship Duration

Student stays can last:

1–2 FULL SEMESTERS

or:

1–3 FULL TRIMESTERS.

In practical terms, the official conditions describe durations such as:

4–5 months

or:

9–10 months

for semester-based programmes.

💰 Student Scholarship Amount

Eligible master’s-level students currently receive:

💶 €620 PER MONTH.

The scholarship is intended to contribute toward:

🏠 ACCOMMODATION

🍽️ FOOD

and:

💶 OTHER LIVING COSTS

during the stay in Slovakia.

2️⃣ PhD Students

PhD applicants must:

✅ BE UNDERTAKING DOCTORAL STUDIES OR SCIENTIFIC TRAINING OUTSIDE SLOVAKIA

and:

✅ BE ACCEPTED BY AN ELIGIBLE SLOVAK UNIVERSITY OR RESEARCH ORGANIZATION

for a:

STUDY

RESEARCH

or:

ARTISTIC STAY.

⏱️ PhD Scholarship Duration

PhD stays can last:

1–10 MONTHS.

💰 PhD Scholarship Amount

PhD students currently receive:

💶 €1,025.50 PER MONTH.

3️⃣ University Teachers, Researchers & Artists

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

The programme also accepts:

👨‍🏫 UNIVERSITY TEACHERS

🔬 RESEARCHERS

and:

🎨 ARTISTS

working at institutions outside Slovakia.

Applicants must receive an invitation from an eligible Slovak institution for a:

TEACHING

RESEARCH

or:

ARTISTIC STAY.

⏱️ Duration for Teachers, Researchers & Artists

The stay can last:

1–10 MONTHS.

💰 Scholarship Amounts for Teachers, Researchers & Artists

The monthly rate depends on:

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

and:

WORK EXPERIENCE.

Current published rates are:

Category	Monthly Scholarship
Without PhD and under 4 years of relevant experience	€1,025.50
PhD and under 10 years of relevant experience	€1,370
PhD and over 10 years of relevant experience	€1,470

For determining the experience category, the programme counts relevant experience up to the application deadline.

PhD study can count as work experience for this purpose, up to a maximum of:

6 YEARS.

🌍 Which Nationalities Can Apply?

For international applicants:

CITIZENS OF ANY COUNTRY IN THE WORLD

may apply, except:

CITIZENS OF SLOVAKIA.

This makes the programme broadly accessible to applicants from:

🌍 AFRICA

🌏 ASIA

🌎 THE AMERICAS

🇪🇺 EUROPE

and:

🌊 OCEANIA.

🇿🇼 Can Zimbabweans Apply?

Yes.

Zimbabwean students, PhD candidates, university teachers, researchers and artists can potentially apply because the programme is:

NOT LIMITED TO A SPECIFIC LIST OF COUNTRIES

for international applicants.

Applicants must still satisfy the relevant academic and host-institution requirements.

💰 What Does the Scholarship Cover?

The monthly scholarship is intended to cover:

🏠 ACCOMMODATION

🍽️ FOOD

and:

💶 GENERAL LIVING COSTS

during the scholarship holder’s stay in Slovakia.

The scholarship should therefore be understood primarily as:

A LIVING-COST SCHOLARSHIP

rather than a guaranteed full-expense package covering every cost associated with the stay.

✈️ Is Travel Funding Available?

Yes, for certain applicant categories.

Eligible:

🎓 STUDENTS

and:

🔬 PHD STUDENTS

can apply for a:

TRAVEL GRANT

together with their scholarship application.

The travel grant is a separate component of the award.

💶 How Much Is the Travel Grant?

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

The amount depends on the straight-line distance between the applicant’s place of residence and their scholarship destination.

Published travel-grant bands include:

Distance	Travel Grant
Up to 200 km	€0
Over 200–300 km	€50
Over 300–500 km	€100
Over 500–1,000 km	€250
Over 1,000–2,000 km	€350
Over 2,000–3,000 km	€500
Over 3,000–5,000 km	€750
Over 5,000–7,000 km	€1,100
Over 7,000 km	€1,500

Applicants should confirm the applicable travel-grant rules in the active application call.

⚠️ Is This a Fully Funded Degree Scholarship?

No.

This is an important distinction.

The National Scholarship Programme does:

NOT

support international students who are undertaking a:

FULL BACHELOR’S DEGREE

FULL MASTER’S DEGREE

or:

FULL PHD DEGREE

in Slovakia.

It supports:

TEMPORARY STUDY, RESEARCH, TEACHING OR ARTISTIC MOBILITY.

Therefore, applicants should avoid describing the programme as:

A FULL DEGREE SCHOLARSHIP.

🚫 Who Cannot Apply?

The programme does not support:

❌ International students already enrolled in full-degree study in Slovakia

❌ International PhD students already completing a full doctorate in Slovakia

❌ Applicants funded for the same stay through another public scholarship programme

and certain applicants who have spent:

15 MONTHS OR MORE IN SLOVAKIA

during the preceding:

36 MONTHS.

There are also specific professional-experience rules for university teachers, researchers and artists without a PhD.

🏫 You Need a Slovak Host Institution

Applicants cannot simply apply for funding first and choose a university later.

They must already have a:

SLOVAK HOST INSTITUTION

willing to accept or invite them.

A valid:

ACCEPTANCE / INVITATION LETTER

must be uploaded with the online application.

Without this document:

THE APPLICATION CANNOT BE SUBMITTED.

🎓 Host Institutions for Students

Student applicants need acceptance from a:

PUBLIC

PRIVATE

or:

STATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

in Slovakia.

🔬 Host Institutions for PhD Students

PhD candidates can be accepted by an eligible:

UNIVERSITY

or:

RESEARCH ORGANIZATION

authorized to carry out doctoral study programmes.

This can include institutions such as:

THE SLOVAK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES.

👨‍🏫 Host Institutions for Researchers & Teachers

University teachers, researchers and artists require an invitation from an eligible Slovak research or higher education institution.

The host must satisfy the programme’s research-and-development eligibility rules.

📑 Required Documents for University Students

International student applications normally require:

✅ Curriculum Vitae

✅ Motivation Letter

✅ Detailed Study Programme

✅ Two Recommendation Letters

✅ Bachelor’s Diploma & Relevant Academic Documents

and:

✅ Slovak Host Acceptance / Invitation Letter.

Recommendation letters must generally be:

NO OLDER THAN 3 MONTHS

on the application deadline.

📑 Required Documents for PhD Students

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

PhD applicants generally need:

✅ Curriculum Vitae

✅ Motivation Letter

✅ Detailed Study / Research / Artistic Programme

✅ Recommendation From Dissertation Supervisor

✅ Master’s Diploma & Relevant Academic Documents

✅ Publication / Artistic Activity List

and:

✅ Acceptance / Invitation Letter From the Slovak Host.

📑 Documents for Teachers, Researchers & Artists

Applicants in this category generally need:

✅ Curriculum Vitae

✅ Detailed Teaching / Research / Artistic Programme

✅ Highest Academic Degree Diploma

✅ Publication / Artistic Activity List

and:

✅ Official Invitation Letter From the Slovak Host Institution.

🌐 Application Language

Applications and attachments can be submitted in:

SLOVAK

or:

ENGLISH.

Documents issued in another language generally need an official translation into one of these languages.

📝 How to Apply

Applications are submitted:

ONLINE

through the official National Scholarship Programme portal.

Step 1 — Identify a Slovak Host

Research Slovak:

universities

research institutes

or:

academic departments

relevant to your field.

Step 2 — Contact the Host Institution

Ask whether the institution can:

HOST YOUR STUDY OR RESEARCH STAY

under the National Scholarship Programme.

Step 3 — Obtain an Acceptance or Invitation Letter

The letter should state:

YOUR HOST INSTITUTION

THE DURATION OF THE STAY

and:

THE PROPOSED PERIOD.

The letter generally must not be older than:

3 MONTHS

at the application deadline.

Step 4 — Prepare Supporting Documents

Collect:

CV

MOTIVATION LETTER

RECOMMENDATIONS

DIPLOMAS / TRANSCRIPTS

and:

STUDY OR RESEARCH PLAN.

Step 5 — Create an Online Application

Use the official:

SCHOLARSHIPS.SK

application system.

The portal normally opens at least:

6 WEEKS BEFORE THE DEADLINE.

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

Step 6 — Apply for Travel Support if Eligible

Students and PhD candidates who need travel assistance should include the:

TRAVEL GRANT REQUEST

within their scholarship application.

Step 7 — Submit Before the Deadline

The current deadline is:

📅 31 OCTOBER 2026

at:

⏰ 16:00 CET.

The programme specifically warns applicants:

NOT TO WAIT UNTIL THE FINAL MINUTES

because heavy traffic may affect the online system.

📅 Application Timeline

Current Call Opens

The current call is already:

OPEN.

Application Deadline

📅 31 OCTOBER 2026

⏰ 16:00 CET

for scholarship stays during the:

SUMMER SEMESTER OF 2026/2027.

Next Regular Deadline

The next standard deadline after this call is:

📅 30 APRIL 2027

for stays during the following academic year, subject to the programme continuing under the regular schedule. The programme’s standard terms use 30 April and 31 October as the two annual deadlines.

📊 How Competitive Is the Programme?

The April 2026 call received:

860 APPLICATIONS.

These included:

376 students

127 PhD students

and:

357 university teachers, researchers and artists.

The selection committee awarded scholarships to:

177 APPLICANTS.

This shows that the programme can be:

COMPETITIVE.

Applicants should therefore submit detailed, well-supported mobility plans rather than relying only on strong grades.

🎯 How to Strengthen Your Application

🏫 Secure a Strong Host First

The host institution is central to the application.

A strong invitation should show genuine:

ACADEMIC INTEREST

rather than simply acting as a formal administrative letter.

✍️ Write a Focused Motivation Letter

Explain:

WHY SLOVAKIA

WHY THE HOST

WHY THE PROJECT

and:

HOW THE STAY SUPPORTS YOUR ACADEMIC OR PROFESSIONAL GOALS.

🔬 Prepare a Detailed Study or Research Plan

Avoid vague descriptions such as:

“I WILL DO RESEARCH IN MY FIELD.”

Instead, explain:

Objectives

methods

activities

timeline

and:

expected outcomes.

🤝 Choose Strong Recommenders

Recommendations should come from people who can comment directly on your:

ACADEMIC ABILITY

RESEARCH POTENTIAL

or:

PROFESSIONAL WORK.

📚 Match Your Work to the Host Institution

Explain why the:

FACILITIES

EXPERTISE

or:

RESEARCH TEAM

at the Slovak host makes the stay valuable.

⏰ Apply Early

Do not wait until:

31 OCTOBER.

You need enough time to:

SECURE THE INVITATION

ARRANGE TRANSLATIONS

and:

UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

⚠️ Common Application Mistakes

Avoid:

• Calling the programme a full-degree scholarship
• Applying without a Slovak host institution
• Missing the 31 October 2026 deadline
• Using an invitation letter older than allowed
• Submitting vague study or research plans
• Uploading recommendations older than three months
• Forgetting official translations
• Applying for a stay already funded through another public scholarship
• Assuming every applicant automatically receives travel funding
• Assuming the monthly scholarship pays every possible expense
• Waiting until the final minutes to submit
• Applying for a complete degree programme instead of mobility

🛂 Visa & Residence Considerations

Applicants who need a visa or temporary residence permit should allow enough time for:

DOCUMENT COLLECTION

EMBASSY APPOINTMENTS

and:

VISA PROCESSING.

The programme specifically advises applicants who require visas to factor immigration-processing time into the planned start date.

For scholarship holders from outside the:

EU

EEA

and:

SWITZERLAND

who stay longer than:

90 DAYS,

additional residence and health documentation may apply.

🏥 Medical Certificate Reimbursement

Certain non-EU/EEA/Swiss scholarship holders staying longer than 90 days and requiring temporary residence may need a medical certificate confirming that they do not suffer from diseases threatening public health.

The programme can reimburse eligible costs for this medical examination up to:

💶 €250

after the required documentation is provided.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Slovakia National Scholarship Programme open?

Yes.

The current call for the summer semester of:

2026/2027

is open.

What is the deadline?

31 OCTOBER 2026 AT 16:00 CET.

Why is it called a 2027 opportunity?

The current call funds mobility during the:

SUMMER SEMESTER OF ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/2027,

so successful stays can take place during 2027.

How much do students receive?

Master’s-level / second-cycle students receive:

€620 PER MONTH.

How much do PhD students receive?

€1,025.50 PER MONTH.

How much do researchers and teachers receive?

Depending on qualifications and experience:

€1,025.50–€1,470 PER MONTH.

Is travel funded?

Students and PhD students can apply for a separate:

TRAVEL GRANT.

Can Africans apply?

Yes.

Citizens of any country except Slovakia can apply under the international-applicant rules.

Can Zimbabweans apply?

Yes.

Zimbabwean applicants can apply if they satisfy the relevant academic and host-institution requirements.

Do I need admission to a Slovak institution first?

Yes.

You need an:

ACCEPTANCE OR INVITATION LETTER

Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027: Funded Study and Research Stays—Apply by 31 October

from an eligible Slovak host institution before submitting the online application.

Is this for full master’s degrees?

No.

The programme funds:

ACADEMIC MOBILITY

rather than complete degrees.

How long can master’s students stay?

Generally:

1–2 SEMESTERS

or:

1–3 TRIMESTERS.

How long can PhD students stay?

1–10 MONTHS.

How long can researchers, teachers and artists stay?

1–10 MONTHS.

Can I apply without an invitation letter?

No.

The online application cannot be completed without the required:

HOST ACCEPTANCE / INVITATION LETTER.

🚀 Final Thoughts

The Slovakia National Scholarship Programme 2027 provides international students, PhD candidates, university teachers, researchers and artists with an opportunity to undertake:

🎓 STUDY

🔬 RESEARCH

🎨 ARTISTIC

and:

👨‍🏫 TEACHING STAYS

at eligible institutions in Slovakia.

The current call supports mobility during the:

SUMMER SEMESTER OF THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC YEAR

and closes on:

📅 31 OCTOBER 2026

at:

⏰ 16:00 CET.

Current monthly scholarship rates include:

💶 €620 FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

💶 €1,025.50 FOR PHD STUDENTS

and:

💶 €1,025.50–€1,470 FOR UNIVERSITY TEACHERS, RESEARCHERS AND ARTISTS.

Eligible students and PhD candidates may also apply for:

✈️ TRAVEL SUPPORT

in addition to the monthly scholarship.

The programme is open to:

CITIZENS OF ANY COUNTRY EXCEPT SLOVAKIA

and therefore includes eligible applicants from:

🇿🇼 ZIMBABWE

and other African countries.

Applicants should remember that this is:

NOT A FULL-DEGREE SCHOLARSHIP.

It is designed for:

TEMPORARY ACADEMIC MOBILITY

and requires a confirmed Slovak:

HOST UNIVERSITY OR RESEARCH INSTITUTION

before the application can be submitted.

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🔑 Key Details

Programme: National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic
Country: Slovakia
Current Call: Summer Semester 2026/2027
Target Stay Period: 2027
International Applicants: Yes
Nationality: Any Country Except Slovakia
Eligible Categories: Students, PhD Students, University Teachers, Researchers & Artists
Student Scholarship: €620/Month
PhD Scholarship: €1,025.50/Month
Teacher/Researcher/Artist Scholarship: €1,025.50–€1,470/Month
Travel Grant: Available for Eligible Students & PhD Students
Student Stay: 1–2 Semesters / 1–3 Trimesters
PhD Stay: 1–10 Months
Teacher/Researcher/Artist Stay: 1–10 Months
Host Institution Required: Yes
Full Degree Funding: No
Application: Online
Deadline: 31 October 2026 at 16:00 CET
Administrator: SAIA
Funding: Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic

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