Study in Hungary: Everything You Should Know

Studying in Hungary is a once in a lifetime opportunity. With its ever evolving and diverse capital, Budapest, it is the perfect destination for international students. Here you’ll find some useful information about study programs, living costs, the opportunities of international students and about Budapest and Hungary in general. 

(Higher) Education in Hungary

In terms of study programs taught in English, Hungary is the sixth most popular destination in Europe. In any given year, around 10,000 international students reside in the country participating in study programs offered in foreign languages. 

Hungary is part of the European Higher Education Area and the Bologna Process since 1999, the international collaboration through which countries and institutions continuously adapt their higher education systems making them more compatible and strengthening their quality assurance mechanisms.  

In addition to receiving quality education, students studying in Hungary also have numerous mobility opportunities, and gain a competitive advantage in terms of employability.  

As other institutions of the European Higher Education Area, Hungary has a multi-cycle educational system, with bachelor’s, master’s and post-grad cycles. The number of opportunities to study in English is steadily increasing at every level.  

Living in Hungary 

Offering a unique mix of culture, history, leisure and sports, not to mention its world-renowned gastronomy, Hungary is the perfect place for your university years, or even for the next several years of your life. Hungary is conveniently located in the center of Europe, with great infrastructure and transportation links. Thus it’s fairly easy to reach any European capitals or points of interest by cheap flights, trains or buses. 

To give you a rough idea about monthly living costs, see the following list of average prices in Budapest in EUR: 

1. Monthly public transportation pass for students: 10 EUR  
2. 1 loaf of bread: 0.6-1.5 EUR  
3. 1 liter of milk: 0.6-1 EUR  
4. 1 cup of espresso: 1.5 EUR  
5. 1 bottle of beer: 0.6-1.5 EUR  
6. 1 bottle of wine: 2-10 EUR  
7. Eating out: 6-15 EUR 

An amount of approximately 500-700 EUR is needed monthly to cover the costs of living in Budapest. This sum includes rent, grocery, food, personal hygiene, local transport, telephone bills and other expenses  

Student Visa in Hungary

EU and EEA citizens do not need to hold a student visa to enter Hungary. Non-EEA citizens must have a valid student visa to study in Hungary. We highly recommend all applicants to study carefully the current legislation concerning the visa and the residence permit at the Hungarian Embassy or Consulate in their home country.  

Study abroad in Hungary - tuition fees

The tuition fees at METU for students who are a citizen of the European Union vary between 1950-2950 EUR/semester depending on the study field. For non-EU students the tuition fees vary between 2600-3800 EUR/semester. 

Scholarships in Hungary for Foreign Students 

At METU, we are committed to support talented students and make a path for future careers. The available scholarships for foreign students are: 

1. METU Academic Scholarship  
2. Public Life Scholarship  
3. Scientific and Professional Scholarship   
4. Sport Scholarship   
5. MNB Scholarship of Excellence   
6. National Higher Education Scholarship   
7. Hungarian State Grant   

Universities in Budapest: Study in Budapest!

In diverse Budapest, you can find a place for culture, fun, history, education or relaxation.  

There’s the historic Buda side, with its castle district, Turkish baths, Roman ruins, medieval alleys, caves and countless green areas spread out among the hills. The other side is Pest, with its ever-changing promenades, stores, restaurants, bars and bubbling cultural life.  

Budapest is a sparkling “UniverCity,” full of students from all around the world. Choose Budapest for the best study abroad experience! In a 2018 survey, Budapest was chosen as the #1 Most affordable city for international students  

Study Stream for You - METU 

With a constantly growing number of partner institutions worldwide, at METU you have several opportunities to study or work abroad. We support your international adventures with scholarships of the Erasmus+ and the Campus Mundi programs. 

We prepare you for the challenges of the job market. Thanks to our unique myBRAND training method, you will enter the labor market as an experienced beginner, with a great competitive advantage. We give students practical knowledge through real life assignments and projects. Our professors are not only prominent academics, but also successful business people, professionals and artists with hands-on experience in the labor market. Our CareerCentre provides coaching, training and job seeking services. By your graduation, you’ll be able to join the job market with an awesome CV. 

METU’s campuses are equipped with more than 800 PCs and Macs, language labs, and smart boards. We have numerous well-equipped art and design workrooms, studios and specialized classrooms that our students can use freely. We assist our students with swift and smooth electronic study services, electronically accessible course materials, textbooks and lecture notes  

At METU, we focus on your individual development and build on your strengths. The relationship between professors and students is that of a partnership: they will not only be your teachers, but also your mentors. 

Metropolitan has a vibrant student life with parties, events and trips throughout the year. We provide assistance for our students regarding accommodation and insurance, we also have a visa package for those applicants who require a visa. Our staff is committed to doing their best to assist you in solving all the problems you might encounter before your arrival    

Reasons to Study in Hungary: Summary 

1. Hungary is located in the heart of Europe, is a member of the European Union 
2. With its culturally and historically diverse, but also modern and quickly developing capital city, Budapest  
3. Budapest is bustling with lots of international students 
4. Western European lifestyle and possibilities 
5. Lively student life and cultural scene 
6. Living expenses are only € 500 / month! 
7. METU degrees are internationally recognized and accredited