Embarking on a global academic journey is a dream many students hold dear, and the Government of Romania Fully Funded Scholarship stands as a key to turning that dream into a reality. Romania, with its rich history, vibrant culture, and esteemed educational institutions, beckons aspiring scholars from around the world to partake in a transformative learning experience.
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Each year, the Romanian Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, provides a number of scholarships to citizens from non-EU countries. Applicants may select their study program of interest in all fields, with the exception of Medicine, Dental Medicine and Pharmacy.
A preparatory year in Romanian is also granted prior to enrolling in the study program of choice, for those not speaking Romanian. This initiative aims to foster international cooperation in education and promote Romania as a hub for academic excellence.
Key Information
- Country: Romania
- Financial coverage: Fully Funded
- Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
- Institution(s): Romanian Universities
- Deadline: 12th March 2025
- Official link
Why Romania?
1. You have a solid university degree recognised all around Europe and beyond. Romanian Higher Education is known for its rich academic heritage.
2. World's fastest Internet - Ranked 3rd place in the world, Romania has ultra fast internet connectivity.
3. Study in English, French, German, Romanian or Hungarian. Romania has a wide choice of university programs.
4. Low tuition fees and living expenses - Romania has some of the lowest tuition and living costs in the European Union.
5. Cultural life - Bucharest offers more than 40 museums and Romania has the second-largest outdoor museum in the world, Astra Museum in Sibiu.
6. Work opportunities and quality of life - There are a number of possibilities to work as a student: you can apply directly to vacant positions published online.
7. A great place to travel - The home of seven UNESCO world heritage sites, Romania is a country of many facets.
Eligibility Criteria
To whom is it addressed?
Foreign citizens from all non-EU countries, with the following exceptions:
- citizens of Romanian origin or who are part of the Romanian historical communities in the proximity of Romania (entitled to different scholarship programmes);
- citizens who have requested or acquired a form of protection in Romania;
- stateless persons whose stay on the territory of Romania is officially recognized according to the law;
- members of the diplomatic and consular corps or family members of the diplomatic and consular corps accredited to Romania;
- members of the administrative and technical staff of diplomatic missions and consular offices accredited to Romania;
- staff members of international organizations based in Romania or family members of staff of international organizations based in Romania;
- beneficiaries of a scholarship from the Romanian state for the same cycle of study.
Who qualifies?
To be eligible, the scholarship applicant must:
- submit a complete file;
- present study documents issued by accredited/recognized education institutions in the country where they were issued;
- comply with the enrolment deadline;
- have good results in education, respectively an average of the study years, for the last graduated school of at least 7 (seven) corresponding to the scoring system in Romania or the "Good" score, as the case;
- comply with the application submission methodology.
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What level of study does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship applicant can choose from any of the following three study cycles in accredited higher education institutions in Romania:
- Bachelor’s degree: The complete programme runs for a period of 3-6 years.
- Master’s degree: The complete programme runs for a period of 1 year, 1.5 years or 2 years and ends with the dissertation exam.
- PhD: The complete programme runs for a period of 3-5 years, depending on the profile of the chosen faculty and end with the presentation of a PhD thesis.
Benefits
- exemption from the payment of registration fees or any other fees required by application processing, testing for the Romanian language skills, taking the admission contest for doctoral studies and the specific aptitude tests
- financing the tuition expenses for the Romanian language preparatory year
- financing the tuition expenses for the actual studies, but not more than the duration of a university cycle
- granting a monthly scholarship, for students enrolled in the Romanian language preparatory year
- granting a monthly scholarship, for students enrolled in bachelor's, master's or doctoral studies, but not more than the duration of a university cycle
- accommodation expenses in the student dormitories
- medical assistance
- transport expenses
- exemption from the payment of the study visa fee.
Application Process
- Create an account on the Study in Romania platform.
- Fill in the required details.
- Upload the necessary documents in .pdf format, scanned from the original.
- If required, documents must be officially translated into English, French, Spanish, or Romanian.
- Sign the GDPR declaration to consent to personal data processing.
- Link to apply
Required Documents
- Educational Certificates: Copies of diplomas (baccalaureate, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate, if applicable).
- Academic Records: Copies of transcripts from completed studies.
- Identification Documents: Copy of birth certificate (or equivalent) and passport/national ID (first three pages).
- CV: Curriculum Vitae in English or French.
- For Doctoral Applicants: Letter of intent with research works, publications, project details, and tutor approval from the chosen doctoral school.
- Other Documents (if applicable):
- Proof of name change.
- Certificate confirming passing of baccalaureate, bachelor's, or master's exam (if diploma is not yet issued).
- Certificate confirming the applicant is in their final year and will take the graduation exam.
- Academic transcript for final-year students (up to the application date).
- Certificate of Romanian language preparatory year completion or proof of language proficiency.
- Parental consent declaration (for applicants under 18 at the start of the course).
Conclusion
The Government of Romania Fully Funded Scholarship is not merely a financial support program; it is a gateway to a world-class education and a cultural adventure. Aspiring scholars looking to broaden their horizons and make a meaningful impact in their chosen fields should consider this scholarship as a stepping stone to their academic dreams. Romania awaits, offering a blend of academic rigour and cultural richness to those ready to seize this extraordinary opportunity now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How can you tell if your application has been successfully submitted?
After submitting the online application, you will receive a confirmation message on the platform and an email notifying you on the successful submission.
Q. How do you apply?
You must fill in and submit the online application form, which includes information about yourself, contact details, academic background, preferred study domains, etc. and upload the required documents. Any incomplete application will not be considered. You are required to submit your application online directly on the https://www.studyinromania.gov.ro/ website, section Apply for MFA scholarships.
Q. What if I applied last year and I want to apply again. Will my last result affect my chances this year?
No, applications are considered by the selection committee each year, therefore results from previous years will not be taken into account.
Q. Can you still apply if you do not have a valid passport?
Yes, you can apply if you have a valid national identity document and, if applicable, a valid residence permit. However, you will be required to have a valid passport when applying for your study visa, in case you are selected.
Q. Can you submit more than one application form?
You can only submit one application during each programme.
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