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Tuition-free + monthly stipend
Eötvös Loránd University
Budapest, Hungary
"Hungary's oldest continuously operating university, in central Budapest"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#584 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 9 months
About Eötvös Loránd University
Eotvos Lorand University (ELTE) was founded in 1635 and is Hungary's oldest continuously operating university. It has nearly 36,000 students, including over 4,600 international students, and around 140 degree programmes in foreign languages. ELTE is a leading research university with strengths in the sciences, humanities, social sciences, law, informatics and education. Its faculties are mainly in central Budapest.
Rankings & Recognition
#584
Ranked #595 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#584 in QS 2026). ELTE was the best-ranked Hungarian university in QS 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Stipendium Hungaricum partner university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Eötvös Loránd University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1635
Founded
Nearly 36,000
Total Students
4,600+
International Students
Around 140
Foreign-language Programmes
Close to 2,000
PhD Students
Popular Programs
English and American Studies
Psychology
International Business Economics
European and International Business Law
Informatics
Sciences
Application Details
Application Route
Online via apply.elte.hu
Application Fee
EUR 150 (Humanities)
Entrance Exam Fee
EUR 100 (Humanities)
Intakes
September, February
Deadline
Varies by faculty
Standardized Test Requirements
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English proof (most programmes)
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B2 level |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
Residence permit for study (D visa)
Post-Study Work
Up to 9 months
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
EUR 150 (Humanities)
Avg Scholarship
Stipendium Hungaricum
Career Outcomes
69%
Placement Ratio
Up to 9 months
Post-Study Work
24 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
PhD Students — Close to 2,000
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
ELTE's faculties are mostly in central Budapest, Hungary's capital on the Danube.
Campus Details
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36000 students
4600+
international
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Student dorms and private flats
Dining
Campus canteens and cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
ESN events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
Nearly 36,000
International Students
4,600+
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition per semester
approx. EUR 1,000-4,900
Intakes & Deadlines
ELTE admits international students in September and February. Application deadlines differ by faculty and programme, so check the faculty page before applying.
Scholarships at Eötvös Loránd University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school certificate and English proof (B2 for most programmes). Some programmes also have an entrance exam.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree in a related field and English proof (B2 for most programmes).
English Proficiency
English proof (most programmes)
Required Documents
Passport copy
School certificate / degree
Academic transcripts
English proficiency proof
Motivation letter
CV
Passport photo
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on apply.elte.hu.
2
Apply online
Fill in the online form and upload your documents.
3
Pay application fee
Pay the non-refundable fee shown on the portal.
4
Entrance / interview
Some programmes need an exam or an online interview.
5
Admission letter
Pay the tuition fee to receive your admission letter.
6
Visa & arrival
Apply for a Hungarian study visa, then register on arrival.
Campus & Location
ELTE's faculties are mostly in central Budapest, Hungary's capital on the Danube.
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