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Hungary: best universities for students

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After school, students can go to college and then to university in Hungary.

University programs in Hungary

Secondary higher education lasts four years, although some areas maybe longer, and some of the programs available at Hungarian universities include the following areas:

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Mathematics and Engineering;
  • Scientific programs, including those related to research;
  • Business and Economics;
  • MBA programs.

Some of the renowned MBA universities in Hungary include the following:

Budapest University of Technology and Economics, CEU School of Business, and School of International Business, Budapest, all located in Budapest.

Hungary is also renowned for its medical and dental schools, many of which offer customized programs for international students. Each course is very different in terms of duration, cost, and what you will learn. In most cases, students take two-year courses, but some schools also offer shorter courses.

Why study in Hungary?

Hungary offers some benefits for students. Firstly, there is a diverse educational field in Hungry with a special focus on science, including mathematics and technology.

Many people have emerged from this diverse educational field and excelled in scientific fields. Besides, Hungary is a diverse and ever-changing country with a lot of interesting experiences and very welcoming international students from all over the world.

For those looking to learn about the culture and way of life in Central Europe, this might be the perfect travel destination to do just that. A strong culture, modern lifestyle, low cost of living, and quality education make this area a key destination.

The cost of study in Hungary

Hungarian universities charge tuition fees, but they are very affordable compared to other European countries. Depending on the university and the program, you can expect to be paid between 2,500 and 3,000 euros per year. Engineering programs can be slightly more expensive, up to around 5,000 euros per year.

Medicine and dentistry training typically costs between 6,000 and 8,000 euros per year. Taking into account accommodation, food, transport, and other things, you can get less than 600 euros per month in Budapest (capital) and less than 500 euros per month in smaller towns.

Universities in Hungary for international students

Here is a list of the best universities in Hungary for international students. These universities were ranked mainly according to their significant number of programs offered in the school, the QS world ranking, EECA ranking, and other factors that are included in the text:

  1. Szeged University (SZTE)
  2. Szechenyi Istvan University
  3. Eรถtvรถs Lorand University
  4. Debrecen University
  5. Budapest University of Technology and Economics
  6. Corvinus University Budapest
  7. University of Pecs
  8. Semmelweis University
  9. Miskolc University
  10. Central European University
  11. University of Western Hungary
  12. Budapest Metropolitan University
  13. University of Applied Sciences Esterhazy Karoy
  14. Nyiregyhaza University
  15. Kaposvari University

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Top 5 Universities in Hungary

Study in Hungary – Tuition Fees, Cost of Living Plus List of Universities

# 1. University of Szeged (SZTE)

The University of Szeged (SZTE) is an EU accredited higher education institution located in Szeged, on the southern border of Hungary, which offers more than 60 full-time programs for graduate and doctoral students in English and other languages โ€‹โ€‹such as German and French.

SZTE is located in Szeged, the safest city in Hungary and one of the best university cities in Europe. The architecture, student prices, and the university information center make Szeged our student’s second hometown.

It is included in the 2% of the best universities in the world. There are students from all over the world and the number of international students reaches 4,000 from about 120 countries.

SZTE is often referred to as a city within a city because its buildings are located close to each other. Universities have 12 faculties and each faculty has its buildings.

The largest university library in Central Europe, the SZTE Klebelsberg Library has nearly 3 million books on four floors, organized in related subjects. He is often among the 50 most 

incredible university libraries in the world.

  • Number of programs: more than 70
  • QS World Rating: 501-510
  • EECA Region Rating: 4

# 2. Szechenyi Istvan University

Szechenyi Istvan University (SZE) is located in Gyr, an attractive city on the Danube River in northwestern Hungary, and halfway between the capitals of Hungary, Austria, and Slovakia.

The university has about 12,500,600 students and more than 53 teachers. Its rapid growth is evident thanks to the constant renewal of the campus infrastructure and the continuous annual increase in the number of international students who currently represent XNUMX in different nations.

SZE international candidates have the opportunity to choose from 33 English language programs at all levels. Seeking to accept international students, the university participates in the Erasmus exchange program and offers scholarships for international students in all subjects.

Most courses are taught in English and some bachelor’s degrees include a preparatory English course. In 9 faculties and 4 doctoral schools, 12 fields of study range from law and business/economics to engineering and computer science, sports, and music.

The strengths of the university lie in various branches of technology, especially in the automotive industry.

  • Number of programs: more than 40
  • QS World Rating: 501-510
  • EECA Region Rank: 27

# 3. Eรถtvรถs Lorand University

Eรถtvรถs Lorรกnd University is located in the capital of the country, Budapest, and is one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Hungary. Eรถtvรถs Lorรกnd University is a modern university with over 370 years of tradition.

It was founded in 1635, making it one of the oldest universities in the country. Eรถtvรถs Lorรกnd’s former students include four Nobel laureates and many world-renowned scientists.

The university currently has about 28,000 students across eight faculties. Currently, the university has eight faculties:

Natural sciences, informatics, law and political science, humanities, social sciences, education and psychology, teacher training for primary and children’s schools, and the Bรกrczi Gusztรกv Education specialization faculty.

More than 2,000 foreign students study there.

  • Number of programs: 8 faculties covering all programs
  • QS World Rating: 651-700
  • EECA Region Region Rank: 33

# 4. University of Debrecen

The University of Debrecen is located in Hungary’s second-largest city, Debrecen, in the east of the country. Debrecen University is one of the five elite research universities in Hungary, offering the widest variety of majors in the country for over 27,000 to 5,000 students, of which more than XNUMX are international students.

The university is dedicated to admitting international students and offers a selection of courses taught in English. It is ranked among the world’s leading institutions in six subjects in the QS World University Rankings for subjects, including places in the top 300 world universities of agriculture, forestry, medicine, and modern languages.

The 14 faculties are as follows:

Agri-food sciences and environmental management, Education for children and adults, Odontology, Economics and Business, Engineering, Health care, Humanities, Computers, Law, Medicine, Music, Pharmacy, Public health and, Science and technology

  • Number of programs: 14 faculties covering all programs
  • QS World Rating: 651-700
  • EECA Region Rank: 35

# 5. Budapest University of Technology and Economics

Located in the capital of Hungary, the University of Technology and Economics Budapest offers courses in technology, economics, business management, and science.

Four Nobel laureates and dozens of world-famous scientists work in its departments. It also appears seven times in the QS World University Rankings by subject, including positions among the world’s top 300 universities in mathematics and materials science.

Like Corvinus University in Budapest, he teaches in different languages: Hungarian, English, German, French, and Russian.

  • Number of programs: NA
  • QS World Rating: 751-800
  • EECA Region Rank: 35

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