Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2026 in Romania for International Students is now officially open for applications for the 2026/2027 academic year. The fully funded scholarship programme provides foreign students with the opportunity to pursue higher education in Romania across selected academic fields.
The scholarship is funded by the Romanian Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade (ARICE) under the Romanian Government. Selected applicants will receive tuition support, accommodation, monthly stipends, and other academic benefits throughout their studies in Romania.
According to the official announcement, approximately 40 scholarships will be awarded to eligible international students for Bachelor’s, Master’s, residency, and PhD programmes.Â
About the Scholarship
The Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2026 in Romania for International Students is designed to strengthen international academic cooperation and promote Romanian education globally.
The scholarship programme is administered by the Romanian Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade (ARICE) in collaboration with Romania’s education authorities.
The initiative supports academically qualified foreign citizens who wish to study at accredited universities in Romania beginning from the 2026/2027 academic session.
The scholarship covers:
• Bachelor’s degree programmes
• Master’s degree programmes
• Postgraduate medical residency programmes (Emergency Medicine and Cardiology only)
• PhD programmes
The programme also promotes Romanian language and culture, as most courses are conducted in Romanian language. Applicants who do not speak Romanian may receive a preparatory language year before their academic studies begin.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
• Must be a foreign citizen from a non-EU and non-EFTA country
• Must possess strong academic performance
• Must submit complete application documents
• Must hold valid educational certificates
• Must possess a valid passport
• Must comply with all application guidelines
Academic Performance Requirement
Applicants are expected to have:
• A minimum academic average equivalent to at least 7/10 in the Romanian grading system
• Or an academic rating classified as “Good” in their country’s grading system
Priority Areas
The Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2026 in Romania for International Students gives preference to applicants in the following fields:
• Economics
• Business Administration
• Agricultural Sciences
• Technical Sciences
• Oil and Gas Studies
Applications from other disciplines may still be considered depending on available scholarship slots. 
Non-Eligible Courses
The following programmes are excluded:
• Medicine
• Dentistry
• Dental Medicine
• Pharmacy
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
• Full tuition fee coverage
• Registration fee exemption
• Romanian language preparatory year funding
• Monthly financial stipend
• Free accommodation in student dormitories
• Medical assistance support
• Local transport facilities
The scholarship is categorized as fully funded because students are supported throughout their approved academic programme duration.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents carefully:
• Scholarship application form (RAIFT form)
• Scholarship application form (MEC form)
• Recommendation letter
• Academic certificates and diplomas
• Academic transcripts
• Birth certificate
• Valid international passport copy
• National identity card copy
• Medical certificate
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Two recent passport photographs
• Declaration confirming non-benefit from previous Romanian Government scholarship
Translation Requirement
Documents not originally written in Romanian, English, or French must be officially translated into one of these accepted languages.
Application Process
How to Apply for the Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2026
Follow these steps carefully:
1. Visit the official scholarship application page.
2. Download the required scholarship forms.
3. Complete all forms accurately.
4. Gather all supporting documents.
5. Translate and legalize documents where necessary.
6. Scan all files clearly in PDF format.
7. Submit the complete application electronically before the deadline.
8. Send all application documents via the official scholarship email channel provided by ARICE
Important Notes
Ensure all documents are complete before submission.
• Incomplete applications may be automatically rejected.
• Apostille or authentication requirements must be respected where applicable.
• Use only official scholarship portals and email addresses.
• The scholarship is highly competitive; strong academic performance increases selection chances.
• Applicants should submit applications early to avoid deadline issues.
• Most Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes are conducted in Romanian language
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by the ARICE selection committee based on submitted documents and academic qualifications.
Final scholarship approval will be issued by the Ministry of Education and Research in Romania.
Selected applicants will be notified through email and official publication on the ARICE website.
Language Requirements
The Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2026 in Romania for International Students primarily supports programmes taught in Romanian language.
Applicants who do not understand Romanian are entitled to a fully funded preparatory language year.
Applicants claiming Romanian language proficiency must provide:
• A Romanian language certificate at minimum B1 level
• Or proof of at least four years of study in a Romanian educational institution
Applicate Not Elligible
The following categories are not eligible:
• Romanian citizens
• Individuals of Romanian origin
• EU and EFTA citizens
• Applicants already benefiting from Romanian state scholarships at the same study level
• Persons under protection or asylum status in Romania
• Long-term Romanian residence permit holders
• Diplomatic staff and their family members in Romania