The Romanian Government Scholarship 2026, offered through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania, has officially been announced for the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship is awarded annually based on Government Decision No. 288/1993 and is aimed at supporting foreign citizens who wish to pursue higher education in Romania.
The online application portal opens on 16 February 2026, providing international students with the opportunity to study at accredited higher education institutions across Romania.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to foreign citizens from non-EU countries, except for the following categories:
1. Citizens of Romanian origin or members of Romanian historical communities (covered under separate programs)
2. Individuals who have requested or obtained protection in Romania
3. Stateless persons officially recognized under Romanian law
4. Members of diplomatic or consular missions accredited to Romania and their family members
5. Administrative or technical staff of diplomatic missions and consular offices in Romania
6. Staff of international organizations based in Romania and their family members
7. Applicants already receiving a Romanian state scholarship for the same level of study
Levels of Study Covered
Applicants may apply for one of the following study cycles at accredited Romanian universities:
Bachelor’s Degree
1. Open to high school graduates holding a baccalaureate certificate or equivalent
2. Duration: 3 to 6 years, depending on the field of study
3. Concludes with a bachelor’s examination
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Master’s Degree
1. Open to holders of a Bachelor’s degree
2. Duration: 1 year, 1.5 years, or 2 years
3. Concludes with a dissertation defense
Doctoral Degree (PhD)
1. Open to holders of a Master’s degree or equivalent
2. Duration: 3 to 5 years, depending on the academic field
3. Requires a written acceptance from a doctoral supervisor before application submission
4. Admission is subject to an interview and approval by the doctoral school
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Fields of Study
Applicants may choose study programs across most academic fields except:
1. Medicine
2. Dental Medicine
3. Pharmacy
At the PhD level, applicants may choose programs taught in Romanian, English, or another foreign language, depending on the doctoral school.
Important Dates for 2026 Intake
1. Application opens: 16 February 2026
2. Application deadline: 12 March 2026
3. Selection results announcement: Around 30 June 2026
Applicants are advised to regularly check the “Information about the Programme” section on the official scholarship platform for updates.
Application Process
The application process is conducted exclusively online through the official Romanian Government Scholarships platform. No physical submissions are accepted.
You can also send us an email to apply directly through our professional team
Interested candidates must complete the online form, upload all required documents, and submit their application within the official deadline.
The Romania Government Scholarship 2026 offers international students a structured pathway to quality education in Europe while promoting Romanian language, culture, and academic cooperation. With competitive selection and limited slots, early preparation is strongly recommended.
Apply on time and take the opportunity to study in Romania under a government-funded program.