The Romanian Government has announced a Romanian Government Scholarship for international students. Talented students can enroll in the bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD degree programs without worrying of any financial concerns. It is a fully funded scholarship that can help students cover their living expenses and educational costs.

The students all over the world, except for the EU students, can grab the offer every year. The scholarships are offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs MFA.

The main aim of the scholarship is to promote the internationalization of students. it is also meant to encourage the Romanian culture and language.

Benefits of Romanian Government Scholarships

The Romanian government scholarships are known for the funding and benefits they provide to the recipients.

  • No registration fees or any other fees during the application procedure.
  • No Tuition fees and other finances of the preparatory year.
  • No tuition fees for the actual university education.
  • Monthly stipend for the Romanian language preparatory course.
  • Monthly stipend for the actual university education. It will not exceed the normal university cycle.
  • Accommodation facilities within the student dormitories of the host university.
  • Medical assistance
  • Funding for transport in the country. (local public, ground, naval, and underground, domestic, railway, and naval transport same for Romanian students.)
  • No study visa fee.

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Duration of the Level of Study

The scholarships are awarded at all degree levels for international students. They just have to complete the required educational qualification to be addressed.

  • A bachelor’s degree, which is of 3 to 6 years.
  • Master’s degree: it runs for a time period of 1, 1.5 or 2 years.
  • PhD degree: it runs for the time period of 3 to 5 years.

Field of Study

The applicants can choose any course of their choice for their study. However, some courses are NOT included in the scholarship program.

  • Medicine
  • Dental medicine
  • Pharmacy

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What is the Language of Study

  • Bachelor’s and master’s degree students are allowed to study programs in Romanian language.
  • PhD students can study both in English and Romanian language program. The foreign language is also set by the doctoral institute.
  • Preparatory year: for the bachelors and Master’s students who have never spoken Romanian are granted a preparatory year. This year, the students are taught Romanian language to prepare them for university education.

However, some students are exempt from the entry in Romanian language course.

  • Students with Romanian study documents.
  • Students with four consecutive years of study at Romanian educational institute.
  • Students who pass the Romanian language test to enroll in university.
  • Students who present a linguistic competence certificate in Romanian. ( B1 level minimum).

Who is Eligible for the Scholarship

The scholarships are awarded to the students as per the competition of the application files received by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania. The candidates are eligible for the scholarships if they:

  • Are the citizens of any non-EU/EEA country around the globe.
  • Carry a great academic record in the previous studies. The academic grades must comply with the Romanian scoring system or Good score.
  • Possess study documents that are verified and recognized by their educational institutes.
  • Complete the application and submit a complete file.
  • Ensure to follow the deadline of the project.
  • Comply with the methodology of the application submission.

Who are NOT Eligible for the scholarship

  • Citizens of Romanian origin or part of the Romanian historical communities in the proximity of Romania
  • Citizens requesting or acquiring a form of protection in Romania;
  • Stateless persons whose stay on the territory of Romania
  • Members 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;
  • Staff members and the family members of international organizations based in Romania
  • Beneficiaries of a scholarship from the Romanian state for the same cycle of study.

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How to apply for the Romanian Government Scholarships

You can directly access the application portal at the official website. By inserting all the details of the application requirements you can apply for the Romanian government scholarship.

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Documents Required

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Diplomas/ degrees
  • Academic transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Passport

Deadline

The application can be submitted within the time frame from 29th January to 12th March 2025. Result will be announced in June.

Official Website

To get more information about the Romanian government scholarship, visit the official website for studying in Romania.

FAQs

  1. Who can apply?
    Non-EU citizens with good academic results and no Romanian citizenship.
  2. How do I apply?
    Apply online through the official Study in Romania platform.
  3. When is the application period?
    Applications are usually open early in the year. Check the website for exact dates.
  4. What fields of study are eligible?
    Most fields are accepted except Medicine, Dental Medicine, and Pharmacy.
  5. Can I edit my application after submitting?
    No, changes are not allowed after final submission.
  6. What happens if I’m selected?
    You’ll receive confirmation and guidance on visa, enrollment, and travel steps.
  7. What benefits do selected students receive?
    Tuition-free study, monthly stipend, accommodation (if available), and free public transport.
  8. What are my obligations?
    You must follow Romanian laws, university rules, and maintain academic performance.
  9. Can I defer the scholarship?
    No, deferral is not allowed. You must start in the assigned academic year.
  10. What does the scholarship cover?
    It includes tuition, stipend, and accommodation (depending on availability).
  11. What levels of study are supported?
    Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs.
  12. What is the language of study?
    Romanian. A preparatory language year is offered if you don’t speak it.
  13. How do I know if my application was submitted?
    You’ll receive a confirmation message on the platform after successful submission.
  14. Can I submit more than one application?
    No, only one application per candidate is allowed.
  15. What documents are required?
    Diplomas, transcripts, passport copy, CV, and other supporting materials as listed online.
  16. Can I apply without a valid passport?
    No, a valid passport is required at the time of application.
  17. If I applied last year, will it affect my chances this year?
    No, previous results do not impact your current application.
  18. Can I apply if I haven’t received my diploma yet?
    Yes, but you must submit proof of current studies or expected graduation.
  19. Is there an age limit?
    No strict age limit, but academic performance and eligibility criteria apply.
  20. Can I bring my family while studying in Romania?
    Yes, but the scholarship does not cover family expenses.

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Updated by Z on April 30, 2025.