Studying in Hungary
Tuition, living costs, visas and how to apply, from the European Commission's official profile — with student numbers from Eurostat and the Erasmus Mundus master's you can take here.
At a glance
Tuition · EU/EEA students
Tuition · non-EU/EEA students
Fees — more detail
Living costs
Erasmus Mundus master's
Students in Hungary
Tertiary students · 2024
From abroad · 2024
Of whom from the EU · 2024
Largest countries of origin: Germany (3,383), Romania (3,067), China (2,492), Iran (2,205), Serbia (1,960).
“From abroad” means degree-mobile students — enrolled for a whole degree, having gained their previous qualification in another country. Exchange students on Erasmus aren't counted.
| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359,040 | 329,455 | 307,729 | 295,328 | 287,018 | 283,350 | 281,461 | 285,110 | 287,493 | 293,566 | 289,991 | 310,414 |
Tuition fees and living costs
Tuition fees in Hungary are generally affordable compared to many other European countries. They vary depending on the university and programme. For example, studying medicine has a higher fee.
Most institutions require the tuition fees to be paid before enrolment.
Living costs are relatively low by European standards. You’ll need approximately €500–€600 per month for accommodation, food and other expenses.
Visa requirements
Visa and residence requirements in Hungary depend on your nationality and the length of your stay.
EU/EEA students
- do not need a visa to enter Hungary
- must register with the immigration authorities if staying longer than 90 days
- receive a registration certificate confirming their right of residence
Non-EU/EEA students
- may need a visa to enter Hungary, depending on their nationality
- must apply for a residence permit for studies for stays longer than 90 days
- a residence permit allows students to stay in Hungary for the duration of their studies (typically up to 2-3 years, renewable)
- the application is usually submitted at a Hungarian embassy or consulate before arrival
- in some cases (visa-free entry), the residence permit can be applied for after arrival in Hungary
Students are advised to check the specific requirements with the Hungarian consulate or immigration authorities before applying.
Higher education system
Hungary is part of the European Higher Education Area and follows the Bologna system.
- Degree structure:
- Bachelor’s (BA/BSc)
- Master’s (MA/MSc)
- Doctoral (PhD/DLA)
- uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)
- degrees are recognised across Europe
There are over 700 programmes in foreign languages, including English. You can use the study finder to search.
Application process
Admission procedures, requirements and deadlines vary depending on the institution and programme.
Students apply directly to the chosen higher education institution.
General requirements include
- academic qualifications (previous diplomas)
- proof of language proficiency
- some programmes may require entrance exams or interviews
Scholarships for studying
There are several scholarships options available. One of them is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme which covers tuition fees, provides a monthly stipend, and includes accommodation support and health insurance.
Source: Study in Hungary - tuition fees, visas, scholarships, last updated 27 May 2026.
Erasmus Mundus master's with a university in Hungary
Joint master's taught by several universities in different countries, open to students from anywhere, with EU-funded scholarships on many of them.
- Central and East European, Russian and Eurasian StudiesBudapesti Corvinus Egyetem · Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Erasmus Mundus Master Program in Plant BreedingMagyar Agrar- Es Elettudomanyi Egyetem · Environmental and Geosciences, Life Sciences · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- European Joint Masters in Management and Engineering of Environment and Energy +Budapesti Muszaki Es Gazdasagtudomanyi Egyetem · Economic Sciences, Environmental and Geosciences, Information Science and Engineering · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Image Processing and Computer Vision aiPazmany Peter Katolikus Egyetem · Information Science and Engineering, Information Technology · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Intelligent Field Robotic SystemsEotvos Lorand Tudomanyegyetem · Information Science and Engineering · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- International Master in Transnational MigrationsKaroli Gaspar Reformatus Egyetem · Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Joint International Master in Smart Systems Integrated SolutionsBudapesti Muszaki Es Gazdasagtudomanyi Egyetem · Information Science and Engineering · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Master Erasmus Mundus in LexicographyKaroli Gaspar Reformatus Egyetem · Education, Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Master Program in Advanced Materials Innovative Recycling AMIR EMMiskolci Egyetem · Chemistry · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Renewable Energy and Sustainable COnstruction, RESCOBudapesti Muszaki Es Gazdasagtudomanyi Egyetem · Information Science and Engineering · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Research and Innovation in Higher EducationEotvos Lorand Tudomanyegyetem · Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Sustainability in Agriculture, Food Production and Food Technology in the Danube Region - Danube AgriFood MasterMagyar Agrar- Es Elettudomanyi Egyetem · Environmental and Geosciences · 24 months / 120 ECTS
Country guidance adapted from the European Commission’s Study in Europe country profiles, © European Union, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Condensed, restructured and combined with other data by CollegeMatcher.
Student numbers: Eurostat, tables educ_uoe_enrt01 (tertiary enrolment) and educ_uoe_mobs02 (degree-mobile students from abroad).
Programmes: the Erasmus Mundus Catalogue of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA); partner institutions from the Erasmus+ Project Results Platform. © European Union, CC BY 4.0.