Applications are now open for the ARICE Scholarship in Romania a prestigious academic program developed by the Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE) in partnership with the Ministry of Education. Each year, this initiative awards 40 scholarships to exceptional students from around the world (with the exception of those from EU and EFTA countries) who wish to pursue undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral studies at state-recognized institutions in Romania.
The program is completely free of processing fees, and successful candidates will also receive the added benefit of a complimentary one-year Romanian language immersion course, which is designed to facilitate both academic success and cultural integration.
Details of the ARICE Scholarship in Romania:
- Host Country: Romania
- Levels of Study: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate
- Organizers: Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education
- Number of Scholarships Available: 40
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 15th May 2026.
Financial Support & Benefits
The ARICE Scholarship offers a fully comprehensive funding package, which includes:
- No application or registration fees
- A tuition-free preparatory year focused on mastering the Romanian language
- Full coverage of tuition fees for all academic levels
- A monthly stipend to support daily living expenses
- Free accommodation throughout the study period
- Access to basic medical services
- Complimentary local and national transportation
Priority Fields of Study
- Emphasis is placed on academic disciplines aligned with:
Priority Academic Fields
The ARICE Scholarship prioritizes candidates whose academic focus lies in the following fields:
- Commerce, Finance, and Business Administration
- Agricultural Sciences and Rural Development
- Engineering and Applied Mechanics
- Energy Resources (including the Oil & Gas sector)
- Other disciplines may be considered at the discretion of the selection committee
Duration of Studies
- Bachelor’s Degree: 3 to 6 academic years
- Master’s Degree: 1.5 to 2 academic years
- Postgraduate Studies/Residency: 3 to 6 years
- Doctoral Degree: 3 to 5 academic years
Eligibility Criteria
This opportunity is available exclusively to non-EU and non-EFTA international applicants. The following individuals are not eligible:
- Holders of Romanian citizenship
- Applicants who have requested asylum or other forms of protection in Romania
- Individuals with long-term residency status in Romania
Required Documentation
- Applicants must submit a well-prepared application file, which includes:
Required Documents
Applicants must provide a complete and carefully assembled application package, which includes:
- A letter of recommendation
- Completed ARICE application forms (Annexes 1, 2, and 3)
- Official and certified academic documents (transcripts, diplomas, certificates)
- Declaration of non-beneficiary status (Annex 3)
- Valid proof of identity
- (Passport, birth certificate, or national ID)
- A certified medical certificate confirming good health
- A concise and well-structured Curriculum Vitae
- Recent passport-sized photographs
How to Apply?
Application Process
Interested applicants should thoroughly review and download the required annexes and the main application form from the official ARICE website. Step-by-step instructions for completing and submitting your application are available via the link below.
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