Slovenians living outside the borders of our homeland, we have excellent news for you! The Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of Slovenia has announced the 355th public call for the award of scholarships for study in the Republic of Slovenia for the academic year 2024/2025. This call is intended for Slovenians abroad and Slovenians around the world who wish to continue their education in short-cycle degree and higher education programmes in Slovenia, including at Academia.
What does the call offer?
The call enables the first award of scholarships for Slovenians with permanent residence outside the Republic of Slovenia. It is intended for study in a short-cycle degree or higher education programme of the 1st or 2nd cycle that is publicly valid in the Republic of Slovenia. The total amount of funds announced for the year 2024/2025 is 275,000 EUR, and the basic monthly scholarship is 246.92 EUR.
In addition to the basic scholarship, recipients may also receive a supplement for compulsory health insurance if they are not insured on another basis and if they claim this supplement in their application. It is important to emphasise that this supplement cannot be received by citizens of EU member states, the European Economic Area and the Swiss Confederation.
Who can apply?
The following may apply for the call:
- Slovenians with permanent residence outside the Republic of Slovenia who hold Slovenian citizenship.
- Slovenians without citizenship of the Republic of Slovenia but with the status of a Slovenian.
- Slovenians with permanent residence outside the Republic of Slovenia, without citizenship and without the status of a Slovenian.
Candidates must be enrolled for the first time in a short-cycle degree or higher education programme of the 1st or 2nd cycle in Slovenia for the academic year 2024/2025. In addition, they must not be receiving a Zois or state scholarship, must not be in employment or registered in the register of unemployed persons in Slovenia or abroad.
How to apply?
To apply, it is necessary to complete and submit the original application form and all required evidence, which includes certificates of education, proof of personal status and other documents. The deadline for submitting applications is 30 September 2024, and the application can be submitted in person or by registered post to the address of the fund in Ljubljana.
Why choose to study in Slovenia?
Studying in Slovenia is not only an opportunity to obtain quality education, but also to learn about the rich Slovenian culture and language and to strengthen ties with the homeland. In addition, the Slovenian education system offers numerous opportunities for development in the academic and personal fields.
What to do if you have additional questions?
If you have any questions about the call, the required documentation or the conditions, you can obtain additional information on the fund's website or via e-mail and telephone number listed in the call.
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B1 Slovenian is required; we offer a free preparatory course. The admissions team replies within one working day.
Source: Academia (7. 8. 2024). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
This English summary was produced automatically from the Slovenian article and is pending editorial review. Slovenska različica
