StudyDesk Scholarships
About the scholarship
Central European University (CEU) — an international graduate university with campuses in Vienna and Budapest — awards merit-based scholarships across its Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD programmes. Over 80% of CEU students receive some form of financial aid. Awards combine tuition coverage (up to 100%) with monthly stipends and health insurance.
Eligibility
- Applying to a CEU Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD programme.
- Strong academic record — scholarships are awarded on merit (and need, for some tiers).
- English proficiency (exemptions for prior English-taught degrees from listed countries).
- PhD: master’s degree required.
- All nationalities welcome.
Benefits
- Tuition: up to 100% coverage.
- Master’s stipends: €1,000/month (Excellence), €750/month (Distinction), €500/month (Master’s Scholarship).
- Doctoral fellowship: monthly stipend plus health insurance.
- Health insurance and housing/living support.
Documents required
- Online application form
- Degree certificates + transcripts
- CV
- Statement of purpose
- Recommendation letters
- Research proposal (PhD / some master’s)
- English proficiency proof
How to apply
- Create an account on CEU’s online application portalPick your programme and check its requirements.
- Submit the application + documentsPay the €30 application fee.
- Meet the 2 February 2027 Round 2 deadlineScholarship consideration is automatic with admission.
FAQs
Round 2 closes 2 February 2027. Round 1 (15 Oct 2026) has closed.
Up to 100% tuition plus €500–€1,000/month for master’s students; doctoral fellowships for PhD students.
Yes — all CEU programmes are taught in English.
No — you are considered for financial aid through the admission application.
Verified 16 Oct 2026 via OpportunityPortal (Round 1: 15 Oct 2026; Round 2: 2 Feb 2027; aid open in Rounds 1–2), ScholarshipForPhD (stipend tiers €500–€1,000; doctoral stipend) and the official CEU admissions page (online application; €30 fee).
