Timeline
Four dates that shape your year
Applications open
Nov 1, 2025
Applications close
Mar 15, 2026
Results announced
Jun 1, 2026
Period begins
Sep 1, 2026
* Includes 1-year Romanian language preparatory course.
02 — Eligibility
Who can apply
Ensure you qualify on core disciplines, citizenship status, and credential requirements.
-
Citizen of a non-EU country
-
Age limits
under 35 for Bachelor's, under 45 for PhD
-
Good academic record
-
Medical fitness
Who this is NOT for
- Short-term residency seekers: Candidates looking for conference or travel support rather than active degree enrollment.
- Remote learners: Students planning to attend online degree modules from Pakistan.
- U.S. Dual Citizens: Dual nationals holding U.S. citizenship (for U.S. study grants).
- Late planners: Those unable to commit 9–12 months of early preparation for visa and document assembly.
03 — Documents
Required credentials
-
Application through Romanian embassy/MFA
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
-
Certified academic documents
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
-
Birth certificate
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
-
Medical certificate
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
-
CV
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
-
Passport copy
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
04 — The pipeline
Narrative steps, four acts
Most candidates underestimate how much prep work is done before the online form opens. Follow this structured chronological timeline to plan deliberately.
Apply through Romanian diplomatic mission
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
MFA reviews applications
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
If selected:
1-year Romanian language prep
Pass language exam
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Begin degree studies
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Get the free application checklist (PDF)
A comprehensive, printable spreadsheet checklist mapping milestones, required essays, references, and deadline checks.
05 — Answered
Frequently asked questions
Can I study in English?
The government scholarship is primarily for Romanian-taught programmes.
Explore More
