Looking for an international study or research opportunity in Europe? The National Scholarship Programme (NSP) by the Government of Slovakia offers fully funded scholarships for Master’s, PhD, research, and artistic mobility in Slovakia!
📍 Location: Slovakia
🎓 Programme: Master’s, PhD, Research, Artists
🌍 Eligibility: International Students
⏳ Duration: Up to 1 year
📅 Deadline: October 31, 2024
Programme Overview
Established by the Government of Slovakia in 2005, the NSP is a mobility programme for international Master’s, PhD students, university teachers, researchers, and artists. The programme, funded by the Slovak Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Sport, supports two-way mobility: international participants in Slovakia and Slovak citizens abroad.
Scholarship Benefits
- Living Allowance:
- Master’s Students: €620/month
- PhD Students: €1,025.50/month
- University Teachers, Researchers, and Artists: €1,025.50 - €1,470/month
- Accommodation and Food: Covered
- Visa and Residence Permit: Covered
- Travel Allowance: €1,500
- Medical Coverage: €250
Eligibility Criteria
For Master’s Students
- Enrolled in Master’s level studies outside Slovakia.
- Completed at least 2.5 years of university studies in a similar field.
- Accepted for academic mobility at a public, private, or state higher education institution in Slovakia.
- Duration: 1-2 full semesters (4-5 or 9-10 months), or 1-3 trimesters.
For PhD Students
- Enrolled in a PhD or scientific training programme outside Slovakia.
- Accepted by a Slovak institution (e.g., Slovak Academy of Sciences) for research or artistic stay.
- Duration: 1-10 months.
For University Teachers, Researchers, and Artists
- Invited to teach, conduct research, or an artistic stay at a non-commercial research institution in Slovakia.
- Duration: 1-10 months.
Note: Applicants from any country except Slovakia can apply.
Selection Criteria
A selection committee, appointed by the Slovak Minister of Education, evaluates applications based on:
- Applicant's purpose for studying, teaching, researching, or artistic pursuits in Slovakia.
- Program details and the applicant’s plan to apply the experience to their future studies or career.
- Professional and personal qualifications.
- Study/research accomplishments and recommendation letters.
- Contributions to the host institution in Slovakia.
- Quality and clarity of the application.
How to Apply
Ready to take the leap? Visit the Official NSP Website and complete the application form.
⏳ Apply by October 31, 2024
