The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Romanian Government Scholarship for international students. This fully funded European scholarship is for non-EU citizens who wish to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral studies in one of Europe’s leading destinations, renowned for its rich culture and high-quality academic education.
Scholarship Details
It covers a wide range of academic disciplines, excluding medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy.
The Romanian government offers one of the best scholarship programs in Europe.
Scholarship Summary
- Country: Romania
- Host Institution: Romanian Government
- Level of Study: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Deadline: March 12, 2026
Financial Benefits of the Scholarship
The scholarship includes the following benefits:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- University accommodation provided
- Application and registration fees waived
- One-year Romanian language course
- Medical assistance
- Discounts or passes for local transportation
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
- €65 for Bachelor’s students
- €75 for Master’s students
- €85 for PhD students
- IELTS test not required
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to international students from outside the European Union
- Submission of academic transcripts issued by recognized educational institutions in the issuing country
- Adherence to the final registration deadline
- A minimum GPA of 7/10 or a “Good” rating in the most recent academic certificate
- Following the application guidelines
Age not exceeding:
- 35 years for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs
- 45 years for PhD or postgraduate programs
Levels of Study Covered by the Scholarship
The scholarship is available for the following programs:
- Bachelor’s Degree: 3 to 6 years.
- Master’s Degree: 1.5 to 2 years.
- PhD: 3 to 5 years (depending on the field).
Language of Instruction
- Bachelor’s and Master’s programs are taught in Romanian.
- A preparatory year for learning Romanian is offered to students who are not proficient in the language.
- Doctoral programs may be taught in Romanian or other languages, depending on the university.
Available Fields of Study
Applicants can choose from a variety of fields, including:
- Architecture
- Visual Arts
- Roman Culture and Civilization
- Journalism
- Political Science
- Administrative Sciences
- Engineering
- Educational Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Technical Studies
- Oil and Gas
- Agricultural Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine
- The scholarship does not cover Medicine, Dentistry, or Pharmacy.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must create an account on the Study in Romania platform and upload the following documents:
- Copies of academic certificates (with certified translations if necessary)
- Transcripts
- Birth certificate or equivalent
- First 3 pages of passport or national identity card
- CV in English or French
- For PhD applicants: Letter of intent
How to Apply?
- Fill out all sections of the online application form.
- Upload the required documents:
- Academic certificates and their certified translations (high school diploma, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, doctorate)
- Transcripts with certified translations
- Birth certificate and passport/ID card with translations
- CV (English or French) + Letter of Intent (for doctorate applicants only)
- Add additional documents if necessary:
- Proof of name change (if applicable)
- Certificate of passing the final exam (if not yet issued)
- Certificate of enrollment in the final year + academic transcript
- Romanian language certificate (if available)
- Parental consent (if the applicant is under 18)
Scholarship Application Deadlines
Yes, the 2026 Romanian Government Scholarship is administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) through the “Study in Romania” platform and is open to non-EU citizens with a strong academic record.
- Application Period: January 29 to March 12, 2026
- Results Announcement: Late June
- Romanian citizens or those descended from historically Romanian communities are not eligible to apply.
