Slovenia’s 2026 Master’s Scholarship Opens a Powerful New Door

Students from the Western Balkans searching for an affordable, high-quality European master’s degree now have a powerful new opportunity — and it leads straight to Slovenia.

   

The Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of Slovenia has officially opened its 2026 scholarship call, offering structured financial support for international students from selected Western Balkan countries who want to pursue a master’s degree in Slovenia.

This scholarship is designed for students who want quality education without overwhelming costs. It supports studies in in-demand fields like engineering, ICT, healthcare, natural sciences, and other priority sectors — while also helping with everyday living expenses.

For students planning to begin their master’s studies in October 2026, this is not just funding — it’s a clear academic migration pathway into Europe.

Who This Slovenia Scholarship Is For

The scholarship is open to citizens of the following Western Balkan countries:

• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Montenegro
• Kosovo
• North Macedonia
• Serbia

It is specifically for students applying for master’s degree programmes in Slovenia within approved academic fields. While the total number of awards has not been publicly stated, the structure shows a strong institutional commitment to regional academic development.

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A Scholarship That Actually Covers Real Living Costs

This is not just tuition support. The scholarship is structured to help students live and study comfortably in Slovenia.

Financial support includes:

• €9,600 per year to cover living expenses
• Monthly allowance for accommodation, food, and daily needs
• Funding valid for the full approved master’s study period
• Support tailored for students in technical, scientific, healthcare, and social fields
• Payments begin with the official start of studies in Slovenia

This structure allows students to focus on learning — not survival.

Eligibility Requirements (Read This Carefully)

To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following conditions:

• Must be a citizen of one of the eligible Western Balkan countries
• Must apply for or be enrolled in a master’s programme in Slovenia
• Approved fields include:
  • Natural sciences
  • ICT
  • Engineering
  • Healthcare
  • Agriculture
  • Construction
  • Social security
• Must have registered temporary residence in Slovenia by the application deadline
  OR hold a valid power of attorney through a Slovenia-based representative
• Must reside in Slovenia from 1 October 2026
• Must submit a temporary residence permit application for study purposes by 1 October 2026
• Residence permit can be submitted at:
  • A Slovenian embassy abroad
  • An administrative unit in Slovenia

This is a scholarship that connects education, legal residency, and long-term mobility in one structured system.

Step-by-Step Application Process (Simple and Clear)

Here’s how to apply without confusion:

Step 1:
Confirm your eligibility and apply for admission to a master’s programme in an approved field in Slovenia.

Step 2:
Prepare all required documents:

• Proof of nationality
• Academic records
• Admission or application proof
• Residence documents or power of attorney (if not yet in Slovenia)

Step 3:
Complete the official scholarship application form and compile all documents.

Step 4:
Submit your full application in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
“for the 380th public call”

Send it to:
Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of Slovenia
Dunajska 20, 1000 Ljubljana

Step 5:
Ensure your temporary residence registration or residence permit process is completed before 1 October 2026.

Official Application Page

Apply directly here: https://www.uni-lj.si/en/news/2026-02-04-public-call-for-the-award-of-scholarships-to-foreign-citizens-from-western-balkans-for-studying-in-slovenia-in-2026

Final Deadline You Must Not Miss

Application deadline:
2 September 2026

No extensions. No late submissions. No exceptions.

Why This Scholarship Is Strategically Powerful

This is not just financial aid. It’s a European mobility opportunity that offers:

• Affordable EU education
• Legal residency structure
• Career access to the European job market
• Academic recognition across Europe
• Low living-cost study destination
• Strong STEM and healthcare sector alignment

For students from the Western Balkans, this is one of the smartest education pathways into the EU system right now.

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