The Romanian Government Scholarship, a transformative study in Romania initiative, invites international students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees at prestigious Romanian universities, including University of Bucharest, Babeș-Bolyai University (#601–650, QS World University Rankings 2025), Politehnica University of Timișoara, and West University of Timișoara. Funded by the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, these fully funded scholarships Europe foster global academic visionaries in fields like engineering, architecture, visual arts, journalism, political science, agricultural sciences, and veterinary medicine. Scholars embark on a transformative Romanian education, engaging in innovative research to drive global progress.

The Romanian Government Scholarship supports over 29,000 international students from 151+ countries, offering Romanian-taught programs for Bachelor’s and master’s to promote Romanian language and culture, with a preparatory language year included. PhD candidates can opt for English-taught programs or other foreign languages per doctoral school requirements. Scholars access world-class facilities, such as Babeș-Bolyai’s Digital Innovation Lab or Politehnica’s Engineering Research Center, collaborating with expert faculty on topics like sustainable agriculture, urban development, and cultural preservation, with 80% of alumni securing global career roles post-graduation. Romania’s 7% annual GDP growth, the highest in the EU, enhances career prospects in sectors like energy, automotive (e.g., Dacia), and services.

The scholarship champions global professional networks. Scholars join the Romanian Alumni Network, connecting with peers, mentors, and industry leaders through seminars, conferences, and events like Bucharest Innovation Forum, Cluj-Napoca Cultural Summit, or Timișoara Research Symposium. This inclusive framework supports diverse perspectives, with 60% of scholars from non-EU regions. Campus activities, such as Transylvania Film Festival, sustainability workshops, or Bucharest Art Week, enrich the research-driven experience, with 70% forming international professional ties. Romania’s partnerships with African, Asian, and Latin American institutions enhance cross-border research opportunities.

Studying in Romania, scholars explore landmarks like Bran Castle (Dracula’s legend), Transylvania’s fortified churches, Carpathian Mountains, or Black Sea Coast, immersing in Romanian cultural vibrancy. Events like Bucharest Christmas Market, Sibiu International Theatre Festival, or Timișoara Jazz Festival deepen engagement. Romanian campuses, equipped with advanced labs, digital libraries, and innovation hubs, support global academic excellence, with connectivity to Budapest, Vienna, and Sofia. Romania’s safe, affordable student cities (QS Best Student Cities 2025: Bucharest #49) complement academic pursuits, ideal for degree studies.

Candidates must create an account on the Study in Romania platform, select up to two universities, and submit an online application for programs in Romanian or English (PhD only). Join a global cohort to champion academic innovation, embrace Romanian cultural heritage, and redefine career horizons with the Romanian Government Scholarship!

Romania Government Scholarship:

Host Country:

•Romania

Scholarship By:

•By the Romanian state, through the Ministry of Foreign

Host Universities:

•Romania eligible Universities

Degree Levels:

•Bachelor’s Degree Program.
•Master’s Degree Program.
•Doctorate Degree Program.

Scholarship Duration of the Government of Romania Scholarships:

•Bachelor’s Degree Program (3-6 years).
•Master’s Degree Program (1.5 years to 2 years).
•Doctorate Degree Program (3 to 5 years).

Opportunity Focus Areas:

•Architecture
•Visual Arts
•Romanian Culture and Civilization
•Journalism
•Political and Administrative Sciences
•Engineering
•Education Sciences
•Social and Human Sciences
•Technical Studies
•Oil and Gas
•Agricultural and Veterinary Medicine.
•Scholarships are not awarded in the fields of Medicine, Dental Medicine, and Pharmacy.

Benefits of Romania Government Scholarship:

•The scholars will not have to pay any registration fees or any other application fee which is required for the testing of Romanian language skills, any specific aptitude test, or the admission fee to contest for Doctoral studies.

•The students will learn the Romanian Language for a year for free which means that the Romanian language preparatory course tuition fee will be covered.

•The tuition fee for the actual course will be covered.

•A monthly stipend of 65 Euros for a Bachelor, 75 Euros for a Master, and 85 Euros for PhD will be given to the students.

•The accommodation expenses in student dormitories will be financed.

•The students will be provided with full medical assistance free of cost.

•Discounts for local transportation will be provided. It can be local public, ground, naval, rail, or domestic cars.

Eligibility Criteria of Romania Government Scholarship:

1. All non-EU students can apply.

2. The students must be academically extraordinary.

3. The students who already have another Romanian Scholarship cannot apply.

4. The students for Bachelor, and Masters have to take a yearlong Romanian preparatory course.

5. The PhD students have the choice to continue either in Romanian Language or in English language.

6. The PhD students have to pass an entrance exam.

7. The citizen who has protection from Romania or has applied for Romanian Protection cannot apply.

8. The members of the administrative staff and the technical staff in the Romanian Foreign ministry cannot apply.

9. Staff members of international organizations based in Romania, or their family members can not apply.

10. All the stateless persons who are in Romanian territory and are recognized by the law are ineligible.

11. Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.

Documents Required Romanian Scholarships in Europe:

1. Recommendation letter (if available).

2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of high school or Graduation of bachelor’s or master’s degree.

3. Academic transcript of high school or bachelor’s or master’s program (if required).

4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).

5. CV (if required).

6. Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).

7. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.

8. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).

9. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).

10. University Admission Offer Letter (If Already Issued).

11. Copies of the birth certificate in English, French, Spanish or Romanian language.

12. Copy of CNIC if applicable.

13. The PhD students have to submit a letter of intent in either English or French.

Scholarship Deadline:

• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.

• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in March 2026!

Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.