Blog Image

National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2025 in Slovakia: An Amazing Opportunity for International Students

Applications are now open for the National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2025 in Slovakia, an initiative backed by the government of the Slovak Republic. Established in 2005, this scholarship program provides funding for international students, PhD candidates, university teachers, researchers, and artists from around the world (excluding Slovakia). The program allows participants to attend higher education institutions, research institutes, or other eligible organizations in Slovakia, offering a fantastic opportunity for academic and cultural exchange in the heart of Europe.

The main goal of the National Scholarship Program is to support the mobility of students, researchers, teachers, and artists, fostering international collaboration and the sharing of knowledge. Sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of the Slovak Republic, the scholarship demonstrates Slovakia’s commitment to global academic advancement and cultural exchange.

The scholarship program covers a broad spectrum of academic fields, ranging from health care, economics, and legal sciences to technical, natural, and social sciences. Scholars can choose their study area according to their academic background and interests. Institutions that participate in the program include public, state, and private higher education institutions and research organizations across Slovakia.

What the NSP 2025 Offers:

The National Scholarship Program provides a partially funded opportunity, offering support for living expenses such as accommodation and meals. The scholarship allows participants to immerse themselves in Slovakia’s beautiful landscapes, including its mountains, lakes, and forests, while benefiting from a high-quality education or research experience.

Key Details of the National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2025 in Slovakia:

  • Host Organization: Government of the Slovak Republic

  • Eligible Fields: Various fields including Education, Healthcare, Art, Social Sciences, Economics, Legal Sciences, Technical Sciences, Natural Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Science, and more.

  • NSP Scholarship Duration:

    • Master's Students: 1-2 full semesters (4 to 5 or 9 to 10 months) or 1-3 full trimesters (3 to 4, 6 to 7, or 9 to 10 months)

    • PhD Students: 1-10 months

    • University Teachers, Researchers, or Artists: 1-10 months

  • Location: Various universities and research institutions in Slovakia

  • Financial Coverage: Partially Funded (covers living costs and allowances)

  • Deadline: April 30, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

  • General Eligibility: Open to applicants from all countries except Slovakia.

  • Specific Eligibility:

    • Students: Must be enrolled in a master’s program or have completed at least 2.5 years of university studies by the application deadline.

    • PhD Students: Must be pursuing higher education outside Slovakia and accepted by a Slovak institution for research or study.

    • University Teachers, Researchers, and Artists: Must be invited to a stay in Slovakia by a recognized institution for academic or artistic work.

Financial Benefits of NSP 2025:

The scholarship covers living costs, including accommodation and meals, and provides a monthly allowance depending on the applicant's category:

  • Master's Students: €620 per month

  • PhD Students: €1025.50 per month

  • University Teachers, Researchers, or Artists:

    • Without a PhD (less than 4 years of experience): €1025.50 per month

    • With a PhD and less than 10 years of experience: €1370 per month

    • With a PhD and more than 10 years of experience: €1470 per month

Additionally, students and PhD students may be eligible for travel allowances if they apply along with their NSP scholarship application.

Application Process:

The application for the National Scholarship Program is done online through the official website. Applicants must:

  1. Choose their category (student, PhD student, researcher, university teacher, or artist).

  2. Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.

  3. Ensure that all necessary paperwork, such as a CV, passport, recommendation letters, motivation letter, admission/invitation letter, and other specific documents, are submitted.

  4. Carefully review and submit the application before the deadline.

Important Documents to Submit:

  • CV

  • Passport

  • Recommendation Letters

  • Motivation Letter and Program of Stay

  • Admission/Invitation Letter

  • Publications List (if applicable)

  • Any other specific documents as requested

NSP Scholarship Deadline:

The application deadline for the National Scholarship Program (NSP) 2025 in Slovakia is April 30, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

© 2025 Uniplus Global Education. All rights reserved.