Study in Hungary
English-taught medicine and dentistry with a century of tradition, degrees from €3,000 a year, and one of the lowest costs of living in the EU.
Why students choose Hungary
Hungary is known for medicine: Semmelweis, Debrecen, Pécs and Szeged have taught English-language medical degrees for decades, and graduates practise across the EU, the UK and beyond after licensing exams. Beyond medicine, engineering, business and computer science degrees come at low fees, and Budapest is a beautiful, affordable capital.
Intakes
Main intake; medical entrance exams run from February to July.
Some programmes.
What international students study in Hungary
After you graduate
Graduates can apply for a 9-month residence permit to seek employment, and Stipendium Hungaricum offers thousands of fully funded places every year to students from partner countries.
Residence permit for job seeking
9 months. For graduates of Hungarian institutions.
Part-time work
24 hours a week during term, 90 days or 66 working days full time outside term. Wages of About €5 an hour gross minimum (HUF 290,800 a month, 2025).
Employment by sector
Healthcare (high), Automotive and engineering (high), Shared service centres and IT (high). Full picture.
What it costs to study in Hungary
Living costs of €500 to €850 a month. Tuition of €3,000 to €8,000 for undergraduate and €3,500 to €9,000 for postgraduate study. Medicine and dentistry cost €14,000 to €18,000 a year.
| Monthly cost | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | €250 to €500 (dormitories from €150) |
| Food and groceries | €150 to €250 |
| Transport | About €10 with the student Budapest pass |
| Utilities and phone | €60 to €100 |
| Health insurance | About €30 to €50 a month |
Fees and costs are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
Residence permit for the purpose of studies (applied for as a D visa)
Documents you will need
- Admission letter and fee receipt
- Proof of funds
- Health insurance
- Proof of accommodation
- Passport and photos
- Academic documents
Funding for international students in Hungary
| Scholarship | What it offers | Who awards it |
|---|---|---|
| Stipendium Hungaricum | Full tuition, monthly stipend, housing contribution and insurance for students from over 80 partner countries. | Hungarian Government |
| University merit scholarships | Fee reductions for top results. | Universities |
Hungary in eight facts
Semmelweis University was founded in 1769 and specialises in medicine.
Budapest's public transport pass for students costs a few euros a month.
Hungary is in the Schengen Area.
The Hungarian language is famously difficult but English is common among students.
Thermal baths are part of everyday life in Budapest.
Medical degrees are six years; dentistry is five.
Stipendium Hungaricum funds thousands of international students every year.
Winters are cold and summers hot; spring and autumn are ideal.
Where to study in Hungary
Everything else about studying in Hungary
Student visa
How to get a Hungary student visa: fees, funds, documents and timeline
Cost of studying
What it costs to study in Hungary: tuition, living and one-off fees
Cost of living
Monthly cost of living for students in Hungary
Scholarships
Scholarships for international students in Hungary
Work after graduation
Working in Hungary during and after your degree
Education system
How the Hungarian education system works
Student life
Student life in Hungary: housing, work, weather and culture
Best student cities
Best cities to study in Hungary
Exams required
Which exams you need to study in Hungary
Master's degrees
Studying a master's in Hungary
Studying in Hungary: what students ask
Is a Hungarian medical degree recognised in the UK and India?
Yes, subject to licensing exams (the UK's PLAB or UKMLA route and India's FMGE/NExT). It is automatically recognised across the EU.
How much does it cost to study medicine in Hungary?
€14,000 to €18,000 a year in tuition, plus €500 to €850 a month for living costs.
Can I work in Hungary as a student?
Yes, 24 hours a week during term and full time for up to 90 days outside term.
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