The Romanian Agency For Investment and Foreign Trade (ARICE) proudly announces the 2024 International Scholarship program, designed to foster global education and cultural exchange. This initiative, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, offers 40 scholarships to ambitious international students seeking to pursue Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degrees in Romania.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive a fully-funded scholarship that covers:

• Exemption from registration and application fees.
• A preparatory year of Romanian language instruction to immerse in the local culture.
• Full tuition coverage for the chosen degree program.
• A monthly stipend for living expenses.
• Accommodation in student dormitories.
• Medical assistance for emergencies and endemic-epidemic diseases.
• Free local public transportation, including ground, naval, and underground services.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to non-EU and non-EFTA citizens, with priority given to applicants from countries without cultural and educational agreements with Romania.
• Applicants must not be Romanian citizens, nor have applied for protection or hold a long-term residence permit in Romania.

Application Process

To apply for the ARICE 2024 International Scholarship:

1. Prepare the necessary documentation, including educational certificates and identification papers.
2. Submit your application before the deadline on May 31, 2024.
3. Await the selection results, announced after July 15, 2024.

How to Apply

Applications are to be submitted online through the official ARICE portal. Detailed instructions and the application form are available at ARICE’s official website.

FAQs

Q: What is the deadline for the ARICE 2024 International Scholarship? A: The application deadline is May 31, 2024.

Q: Who can apply for this scholarship? A: It is open to all non-EU and non-EFTA citizens, with certain restrictions. Please refer to the eligibility criteria for more details.

Q: When will the results be announced? A: The results of the selection process will be announced after July 15, 2024.

Q: Are travel expenses covered by the scholarship? A: No, international travel and airport transfer expenses are not covered.

For further information and to begin your application, visit ARICE’s scholarship page. Embrace this opportunity to advance your education in the heart of Europe with ARICE’s 2024 International Scholarship program.