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Slovakia Government Scholarships

Scholarships for international students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers and artists

The Government of the Slovak Republic approved the establishment of the National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic for the support of mobility of students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers and artists in 2005. The National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic (NSP) is financed by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic from the state budget of the Slovak Republic.

Category	Details
Programme Name	National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic (NSP)
Provider	Government of Slovakia
Administered By	Slovak Academic Information Agency (SAIA)
Target Applicants	University students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers, artists
Purpose	Supports international study, research, and teaching mobility in Slovakia
Eligible Countries	Open to applicants from all countries
Host Country	Slovakia
Funding Coverage	Living expenses (accommodation, food, daily costs)
Monthly Stipend	Students: ~€400 PhD: ~€734 Teachers/Researchers: €734–€1050
Travel Grant	€0 – €1000 (based on distance, optional)
Duration	Students: 1–2 semesters (5–10 months) Others: up to 12 months
Application Deadlines	30 April & 31 October
Application Mode	Online application system
Key Eligibility	Must have acceptance or invitation from a Slovak institution
What It Does NOT Cover	Tuition fees, full travel costs
Special Requirement	Non-EU applicants (stay over 90 days) need medical certificate (partially reimbursed)
Payment Mode	Monthly payments after arrival and documentation