January 12th, 2024 at 05:16 am

Study In Slovakia: Slovakian Government National Scholarship Program 2024

To expand their academic and professional horizons in Slovakia, international students, PhD candidates, university instructors, researchers, and artists can embark on an amazing educational journey through the Slovak Government’s National Scholarship Program (NSP) for 2024.

The Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Sport of the Slovak Republic generously supports this project, which dates back to 2005 and shows Slovakia’s commitment to fostering international cooperation and talent.

Highlights of NSP:

Various Recipients:

The NSP is an international program that invites gifted people to take advantage of Slovak research organizations and higher education institutions.

Entire Assistance:

The NSP, which receives funding from the Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Sport, helps scholars move about and integrate smoothly into Slovak academia by offering financial support.

Flexible Possibilities:

With programs designed with international students, PhD candidates, university instructors, researchers, and artists in mind, the NSP provides a wealth of chances for both professional and academic development.

Concerning the National Scholarship Initiative:

Since its founding in 2005, Slovakia has made the NSP a pillar of its dedication to global cooperation and education. It acts as a link between the rich intellectual and cultural legacy of Slovakia and the talents of the world.

Important characteristics:

Worldwide Mobility:

Through immersion in Slovak research organizations and higher education institutions, NSP scholars can promote cross-cultural collaboration and interaction.

Financial Support:

The NSP offers financial support to cover various costs associated with the scholarship recipients’ stay in Slovakia as a show of support for talent globally.

Diverse Fields of Study:

The NSP supports a wide range of subjects, from science and technology to the arts and humanities, guaranteeing inclusivity and diversity in academic endeavors.

Application Information:

The NSP 2024 application period is currently underway, and aspirants from all around the world are welcome to apply.

Submission deadline: April 30, 2024

Level of degree:

Study in Europe with the Slovakia Government National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2024–25 and enroll in master’s and doctoral programs offered by Slovakian universities.

Subjects Available:

Study options for all subjects are offered under this scholarship program.

Benefits of the Scholarship:

The NSP offers substantial financial assistance in the following ways:

• For students: A sizeable 620 EUR monthly stipend is awarded.
• A monthly stipend of 1025.50 EUR is awarded to recipients who are doctoral students.
• Monthly allowances for artists and academics vary from 1025.50 to 1470 EUR, depending on experience and degrees.

Nationalities That Qualify:

Open to all international students.

Qualifications:

NSP 2024 Eligibility and Scope

The NSP provides accommodations for:

• Students: enrolled in a master’s degree or an equivalent program at a university outside of Slovakia, with at least 2.5 years of study completed; stays of one to two semesters are permitted.
• PhD Students: Those enrolled in postsecondary education or doing scientific training outside of Slovakia are eligible for stays of one to ten months.
• University Teachers, Researchers, and Artists: International scholars and artists are especially invited to Slovakia for teaching, research, or artistic engagements; durations ranging from one to ten months are possible.

Not supported by the National Scholarship Program are:

• foreign students and Ph.D. candidates admitted to Slovakia for full-degree higher education (bachelor, master’s, and doctoral studies), as well as those enrolled in Slovakia for full-degree higher education currently and desiring NSP funding for their studies there;
• University instructors, researchers, and artists who do not hold a Ph.D. degree (or its equivalent) but who, by the application deadline, have worked as university professors, researchers, or artists for more than four years (Ph.D. studies count for work experience).
• But in unique circumstances deserving of special consideration—particularly when taking into account circumstances brought on by force majeure—the scholarship program administrator may, after contacting the selection committee.
• Candidates without a Ph.D. (or its equivalent) and with more than four but not more than seven years of work experience should also be accepted as eligible applicants. However, these candidates may only be awarded a scholarship in the amount corresponding to those without a Ph.D. (or its equivalent) and with less than four years of experience.
• Foreign candidates who have spent 15 or more months (in total) on Slovak Republic territory within the 36 months prior to the application deadline

How to Apply:

The application process must be completed online at www.scholarships.sk for applicants. To avoid possible system overloads, it is highly advised to finish the application well in advance of the deadline. Depending on the applicant type, different documents may be required. Still, generally speaking, these consist of a curriculum vitae, a motivation letter, a thorough study or research plan, and any relevant letters of invitation or confirmation from Slovak universities.

Selection Standards:

The applicant’s caliber, the necessity and substance of the suggested stay, and the NSP’s financial limitations serve as the foundation for the selection process. It entails a careful evaluation of the applicant’s resume, the importance of the project they are proposing, and the general caliber of the application.

Application Deadline for NSP 2024:

The deadline for all applications is April 30, 2024, at 16.00 CET.

Conditions for the Scholarship Grant:

Scholarships are given out every month and are subject to several requirements. These consist of turning in the necessary paperwork, following the approved stay schedule, and actively taking part in the monitoring and verification procedures.

For additional information, potential applicants can reach out to the program administrators via email at [email protected] or [email protected].

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