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ELTE

Eötvös Loránd University

2025–26 informationApplications: apply.elte.hu
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Programs​

12

ELTE offers ~13 undergraduate programs across six faculties.

Faculty of Informatics2 programs​

  • Computer ScienceVariousBSc3 years180 creditsEnglish
  • Mechanical EngineeringSavaria Institute of TechnologyBSc4 years180 creditsEnglish

Faculty of Education and Psychology1 program​

  • PsychologyInstitute of PsychologyBA3 years180 creditsEnglish

Faculty of Social Sciences3 programs​

  • International RelationsDept. of International Relations & European StudiesBA3 years180 creditsEnglish
  • Applied EconomicsInstitute of EconomicsBSc3 years180 creditsEnglish
  • SociologyInstitute of SociologyBA3 years180 creditsEnglish

Faculty of Humanities1 program​

  • English and American StudiesSchool of English and American StudiesBA3 years180 creditsEnglish

Faculty of Science4 programs​

  • BiologyInstitute of BiologyBSc3 years180 creditsEnglish

Application​

Application Types + Windows​

ELTE evaluates applications based on the funding track. The Stipendium Hungaricum (SH) track is a fully funded Hungarian government scholarship scheme that is evaluated first. The Self-Funded track is the main application window for fee-paying international students.

Difference between tracks

Stipendium Hungaricum
Apply via the Tempus Public Foundation portal. Requires nomination from your home country's sending partner. Highly competitive, and applicants do not pay ELTE application fees.
Self-Funded (Regular)
The main application window for fee-paying international students. Applications are submitted via ELTE's DreamApply portal (apply.elte.hu). Reviewed on a rolling basis; most programs require an online oral entrance exam (usually via MS Teams).
Spring
For mid-year enrollment (starts in February). Very limited seats; mostly available for specific Master's or PhD programs rather than freshman Bachelor's entry.

Application Price​

FeeAmount (USD)

Application feeNon-refundable
$50
Registration feePaid once upon acceptance to confirm enrollment (varies slightly by Faculty).
€60 – €120

Note: Applicants applying exclusively through the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship portal are exempt from the application fee.

Tuition (AY 2025-2026)​

Tuition at ELTE is calculated per semester. Rates vary significantly depending on the Faculty and the level of study for international, non-EU/EEA students.

Faculty / SchoolEUR per Semester

Faculty of Humanities (BTK) — BA programs
€2,300
Faculty of Social Sciences (TáTK) — e.g., International Relations BA, Sociology BA
€2,700
Faculty of Science (TTK) — BSc programs (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc.)
€3,000 – €3,200
Faculty of Informatics (IK) — Computer Science BSc
€3,200
Faculty of Education & Psychology (PPK) — Psychology BA
€4,700
Faculty of Economics (GTK) — e.g., International Business Economics BA, Finance & Accounting BA
€3,200

Other mandatory fees per year

FeeAmount

Health Insurance
Included automatically for SH holders; self-funded undergraduates must arrange private health insurance (approx. €200–€300/year).
Living Expenses (Budapest)
Estimated €600 – €800/month (housing, food, transport).

Scholarships​

1

ScholarshipCoverageEligibilityConditions
Stipendium Hungaricum (SH)Full tuition, monthly stipend (HUF 43,700 for BA/BSc), dorm placement or housing allowance, and full health insurance.Must be officially nominated by the home country's local authority.Must maintain steady academic progress and complete a mandatory basic Hungarian language/culture course in the first year.

Source:Stipendium Hungaricum

Requirements​

Entrance Exams (The ELTE Standard) ELTE does not require the SAT or ACT for Bachelor's admission. Instead, undergraduate admission relies on your high school background and a mandatory Entrance Exam administered by the specific Faculty.

  • Humanities/Social Sciences (BA): Typically an online oral interview (via MS Teams) assessing motivation, general knowledge of current global affairs, and English proficiency.
  • STEM Subjects (BSc): Programs like Computer Science or Mathematics require a written online test focusing on high-school level mathematics and logic, followed by an oral interview.

High-school / Academic grades

  • A recognized secondary school leaving certificate (High School Diploma, IB, A-Levels, or your local national equivalent).
  • Official transcripts translated into English.
  • A motivation letter and, in some cases, letters of recommendation.

English proficiency Undergraduate students must demonstrate proficiency to ensure they can follow lectures and write academic papers. If you completed your high school studies entirely in English, you can usually waive the formal exam by submitting a notarized medium-of-instruction certificate.

Contacts​

DepartmentPhoneEmailNotes
International Strategy Office+36 1 411 6500iro@elte.huCentral office for general international undergraduate admissions.
Stipendium Hungaricum (Central)—stipendiumhungaricum@elte.huDedicated desk for SH scholars at ELTE.
Faculty of Informatics (IK)+36 1 372 2500iso@inf.elte.huHandles Computer Science BSc.