SEMMEIWEIS UNIVERSITY, BUDAPEST

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

Semmelweis university in budapest, hungary is a leading medical university and research center. It's the oldest medical university in hungary, founded in 1769.

What it offers:

Academic programs: offers programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmaceutical sciences, health sciences, and conductive education
Research: conducts research in a variety of areas, including stem cell therapy, vision loss prevention, and 3d bioinformatics
Healthcare services: provides healthcare services, including clinics and hospitals
International community: has an international student body, with students from many countries

UNIVERSITY TYPE	ESTABLISHED ON	COUNTRY	QS RANKING
PUBLIC	1769	HUNGARY	131

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION	OWN HOSPITAL	LOCATION
ENGLISH	YES	BUDAPEST, ÜLLŐI ÚT 26, 1085 HUNGARY

WHY CHOOSE THIS UNIVERSITY

Why choose Semmelweis University?

World-class education

Semmelweis University is the oldest medical university in Hungary and has a reputation for its theoretical and practical education.
International community

Students from around the world study at Semmelweis University, which has an international student body of about a third of its total student population.
Practical training

Semmelweis University offers practical training in clinics and hospitals, where students can gain hands-on experience.
Research excellence

Semmelweis University is a center of research excellence in health sciences, and its scientific results are recognized internationally.
Career opportunities

Semmelweis University graduates are highly sought after in the job market, and many find jobs within three months of graduation.
Vibrant student life

Semmelweis University offers a vibrant student life with cultural and sports activities.

Other benefits of studying in Hungary

Hungary is a safe, welcoming, and affordable country.
Tuition and living costs are relatively low compared to other parts of Europe.

ADMISSION & ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for admission to semmelweis university in budapest, hungary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Age: be at least 18 years old by the end of the calendar year of application
High school: have completed high school or be in the final year of high school
English proficiency: have a good command of english
Interest in natural sciences: have a strong interest in natural sciences, particularly biology
Motivation: have a strong motivation to study and practice a health care profession
Entrance exam: pass the entrance exam, which may include written and oral components
Medical certificate: provide a medical certificate that confirms the applicant is physically and mentally fit to study
Documents: provide the required documents, including a high school diploma, curriculum vitae, motivation letter, and passport photo

Applicants who are not native english speakers may need to provide an english proficiency certificate.

Admission process

Applicants can upload documents to semaphor
Applicants must pay the admission fee by the deadline
Applicants may be disqualified for violating the application rules or making false declarations

FEE STRUCTURE

Semmelweis university in budapest, hungary has a variety of tuition fees for different programs. The fees for international students enrolled in english-taught programs are:

Medicine: approximately $18,600 per year for six years
Dentistry: $18,100 per year for the first two years and $20,600 per year for the last three years
Pharmacy: $11,350 per year for five years
Physiotherapy bsc: $7,400 per year for four years
Nursing bsc: $7,400 per year for four years
Midwifery bsc: $8,000 per year for four years
Optometry bsc: $6,900 per year for four years
Public health supervisor bsc: $7,400 per year for four years

Payment

Payments can be made by wire transfer to semmelweis university's bank account
Payments must be made in euros
Applicants and students are responsible for paying bank commission fees and other charges
Payments must arrive in the university's bank account by the given deadline

SCHOLARSHIP

Semmelweis university in budapest, hungary offers a variety of scholarships, including the stipendium hungaricum scholarship program and the se 250+ excellence phd scholarship.

Stipendium hungaricum

Covers tuition, accommodation, and medical insurance
Provides a monthly stipend
Free dormitory place or a monthly contribution to accommodation costs
Medical insurance according to hungarian legislation

Se 250+ excellence phd scholarship

Provides a scholarship equivalent to 50% of the state phd scholarship
The scholarship amount is huf 70,000 per month for the first two academic years and huf 90,000 per month for the second two academic years

Other scholarships

Amfp: a program that offers academic english support and medical science subjects for students who did not study in english
Tempus scholarships: a program for self-financed training

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION

To be admitted to semmelweis university in budapest, hungary, you'll need to submit a number of documents, including:

School leaving certificate: an original or attested copy of your high school diploma from an accredited school
English language certificate: proof of your english language skills, such as an english language certificate or equivalent document
Medical certificate: a certificate from a doctor that confirms you are physically and mentally able to study
Passport copy: a copy of your passport with your personal data
Curriculum vitae: a resume in english that details your work and professional experience
Entrance exam fee payment: proof of payment for the entrance exam fee
Entrance exam: pass the university's entrance exam, which includes a multiple-choice written test in english and biology
Motivation letter: a structured letter that demonstrates your coherence, command of english, and knowledge of the study program
Residence permit application: apply for a residence permit within 15 days of arriving in hungary if you plan to stay longer than 90 days