Applications are open for the summer semester of the 2026/2027 academic year under Slovakia’s National Scholarship Programme. Funded by the Government of the Slovak Republic and administered by the Slovak Academic Information Agency (SAIA), the programme is open to university students, master’s and doctoral students, academics, researchers and artists.
Key facts
- The programme is funded by the Government of the Slovak Republic.
- It is administered by the Slovak Academic Information Agency (SAIA).
- Applications cover the summer semester of the 2026/2027 academic year.
- The application deadline is 31 October 2026.
- Further information and online applications are available at www.stipendia.sk and www.scholarships.sk.
What does this mean for students and researchers?
The announcement opens a new application period for students, postgraduate candidates, academics, researchers and artists seeking short-term mobility and scholarship opportunities in Slovakia. Applications are submitted online, with a deadline of 31 October 2026.
The programme covers a broad range of applicants, including university students, people pursuing higher degrees, and members of the academic and artistic communities. Applicants should consult the official websites for eligibility requirements, scope and application details.
What are the main application details?
The programme is funded by the Slovak government and administered by SAIA. Applications can be submitted through the websites listed in the official announcement. Applicants should check the eligibility requirements and allow enough time to meet the 31 October 2026 deadline.
Who can apply?
The programme is open to university students, master’s and doctoral students, academics, researchers and artists. Its scope extends beyond undergraduate students to the wider academic and artistic community.
When should applications be submitted?
The announced deadline for summer-semester scholarship applications for the 2026/2027 academic year is 31 October 2026. With the application period open, prospective applicants should avoid leaving the process until the final day and check the official websites for details.
