The Romanian Government, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has announced the Romania Government Scholarship 2025 for non-European Union (EU) students. This fully funded scholarship provides an exceptional opportunity for international students to pursue undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs in accredited universities across Romania.

With full coverage of tuition fees, monthly stipends, and additional benefits, this scholarship allows recipients to experience Romania’s rich culture while earning a top-tier education.

Available Programs

Applicants can choose from various academic disciplines, excluding Medicine, Dental Medicine, and Pharmacy. The scholarship includes:

• Bachelor’s Programs (3-6 years) – Taught in Romanian, with a preparatory year for non-Romanian speakers.
• Master’s Programs (1-2 years) – Taught in Romanian, with a preparatory year if needed.
• PhD Programs (3-5 years) – Available in Romanian or other languages, depending on university policies.

Students unfamiliar with Romanian must complete a one-year preparatory course before commencing their studies, except for PhD candidates who opt for programs in English or other languages.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be non-EU citizens.
• Have a minimum academic performance of 7/10 (or an equivalent “Good” rating).
• Submit a complete application with all necessary documents.
• Meet specific requirements set by their chosen university.
• Not hold Romanian citizenship, asylum, or other protected status in Romania.
• Not be family members of diplomatic staff accredited in Romania.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must submit the following documents translated into English, French, Spanish, or Romanian:

• Academic certificates and transcripts.
• Birth certificate.
• Passport or national identification card.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) in French or English.
• PhD applicants must provide a Letter of Intent with research details and an acceptance letter from a doctoral advisor.

Scholarship Benefits

Selected scholars will receive the following benefits:

• Full tuition coverage for the entire program duration.
• Monthly stipends:
  • €65 for Bachelor’s students.
  • €75 for Master’s students.
  • €85 for PhD students.
• Dormitory accommodation subsidy (subject to availability).
• One-year Romanian preparatory course (if applicable).
• Free access to public transport under the same conditions as Romanian students.
• Exemption from registration and visa fees.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications online via the Study in Romania platform: Apply Now

The deadline for submission is TBA, so interested candidates should check the website regularly for updates and ensure all documents are prepared accordingly.

FAQs

1. Can I apply if I do not speak Romanian?
Yes, but you will be required to complete a one-year Romanian language preparatory course unless applying for a PhD program in another language.

2. Are there any restrictions on eligible fields of study?
Yes, Medicine, Dental Medicine, and Pharmacy programs are not included.

3. Is there an age limit for applicants?
No, there are no specified age restrictions, but applicants must meet academic performance criteria.