To all the international students, researchers, teachers, and artists, we are here with an exciting, fully funded scholarship in Slovakia that you should not miss out on! Applications are finally open for one of the most awaited Slovak Republic National Scholarship Programme for the academic session 2025. The Government of Slovakia offers a prestigious “National Scholarship Programme” to international students, teachers, researchers, and artists who wish to undertake short-term study, research, or teaching stays at participating higher education institutes or research organizations in Slovakia.
The objective of the program is to promote international cooperation, cultural enrichment, and academic exchange. The NL scholarship is accepting applications from all nationals except Slovak citizens. The scholarships are available in a wide range of programs covering Economics, Legal Science, Natural Sciences, Informatics, Technical Sciences, Health Care, Education, Humanities, Security Science, Defence, and military, and many more that allow international applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
The scholarship is fully financed by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of the Slovak Republic, The program covers a monthly stipend, Meals, Travel Grants, and accommodation for the duration of the program. An exciting opportunity for the applicants to experience Slovak high-quality education, cutting-edge research, and artistic activities. In this post, we will cover all the details regarding the National Scholarship Program (NSP) that includes eligibility criteria, coverage, duration, and application process, so stay with us, read the complete details, and apply.
Details About National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2025
| Host Country | Slovakia |
|---|---|
| Supported by | Government of Slovakia |
| Eligible Countries | All Nationals |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | 30th April 2025 |
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NSP Programme is for?
The scholarship program is offered for international:
- Students
- PhD students
- University Teachers
- Artisits
- Researchers
Program Duration
The scholarship is covered for the following duration
- PhD students: 1-10 Months
- Master’s Students: (4–5 or 9–10 months) or (3–10 months)
- Teachers, Researchers, or Artists: 1-10 Months
Eligibility Criteria:
The eligibility criteria for the students, Phd students and researchers, university teachers, and artists vary, check out below.
Students
- International students currently pursuing their degree program outside Slovakia
- A master’s student or has completed at least 2.5 years of university studies
- Accepted by the higher education institute of Slovakia
PhD Students
- International students pursuing their PhD degree outside Slovakia
- Students accepted by a Slovak research or higher education institute
- University Teachers, Researchers & Artists
- Applicants invited by the Slovak institutes to conduct research or development
Scholarship Coverage
- A monthly stipend for Master’s level: €620
- A monthly stipend for PhD Level: €1,025.50
- A monthly stipend for University Teachers, Artists, and Researchers:
- Without a PhD or less than 4 years of experience: €1,025.50
- With PhD + less than 10 years experience: €1,370
- With PhD + greater than 10 years experience: €1,470
- Students and PhD students are also eligible for the travel allowance
- Scholarship covers the living costs for the duration of the program
- Accommodation
- Meals
Required Documents
Master’s Level Students:
- An updated CV
- Motivation Letter
- Detailed Study Plan
- Two recommendation letters
- Enrollment confirmation from the host institute
- Bachelors degree certificate
- Acceptance letter from the Slovak Institute
PhD Students
- CV/Resume
- Motivation Letter
- Study/Research or Artistic plan
- Recommendation letter from a PhD supervisor
- Confirmation of PhD enrollment from the Host institution
Masters degree certificate
- Publication list
- Acceptance letter from the host Slovak Institute
- University Teachers, Artists & Researchers
- An updated CV/Resume
- Teaching, Artistic, and Research Plan
- Diploma of the highest degree achieved
- List of publications
- Acceptance letter from the Slovak Institute
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How to Apply for the NSP Scholarship 2025?
The application process is online through the official portal, each applicant can submit only one application. The application window opens at least 6 weeks before the deadline.
Application Deadline: 30th April 2025
Applicants are advised not to wait for the last minute; heavier traffic in the last days may delay your applications. Visit the official link below to apply.
