Corvinus University of Budapest
Quick answer: Corvinus University of Budapest specialises in economics and business. Self-funded non-EU students pay €7,000 a year for a bachelor’s (€6,600 on some programmes) and €7,000–12,000 for a master’s. The application fee is €100, admission involves an online maths test or an interview, and the university takes part in the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship.
Located in central Budapest, Corvinus teaches English-language bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business, economics, international relations and social sciences. Students from Azerbaijan can either pay their own way or study tuition-free with Stipendium Hungaricum.
Tuition fees for self-funded non-EU/EEA students
| Level / programme | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s: Applied Economics, Business & Management and most others | €7,000 (€3,500 per semester) |
| Bachelor’s: Communication & Media, International Relations, PPE | €6,600 |
| Master’s: Management, Finance (CEMS) | €8,000 |
| Master’s: International Economy & Business, International Relations | €7,000 |
| Master’s: AI in Business, one-year programmes | €12,000 |
| Application fee | €100 (once, non-refundable) |
| Enrolment deposit | €500 (2027 intake; part of tuition) |
Source: uni-corvinus.hu — fees and costs, FAQ for international applicants — checked 11/2026.
Worked example for Business & Management: €100 to apply and €7,000 for the year, with the €500 deposit counted inside that sum. The 10% early-application discount brings year one down to €6,300. Housing and insurance come on top.
Scholarships and discounts
- Stipendium Hungaricum: available at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level. The deadline for the September 2026 intake was 15 January 2026; the September 2027 round opens in the autumn.
- Early-application discount: 10% off first-year tuition.
- Corvinus Scholarship: full tuition on the CEMS, Finance and International MBA programmes (up to 20 students per programme).
- Study Grant: up to about €200 a month.
- Other: a 30% alumni discount and a Visegrad discount of €3,500 per semester.
Source: uni-corvinus.hu — scholarships and discounts — checked 11/2026.
How admission works
Bachelor’s applicants apply through DreamApply. Many programmes then set an online maths test of 26 questions in 60 minutes — a little over two minutes per question — though a suitable international result (such as the SAT) may exempt you; ask the university. Communication & Media, International Relations and PPE use a 10–15 minute online interview instead. Results are scored out of 100 and each programme has its own cut-off.
Master’s applicants sit a 100-minute online written exam, with an oral exam on some programmes (a 15-minute interview for CEMS). GMAT, GRE or a recognised degree can exempt you, and an international test taken before 1 April adds 10 points to your admission score.
| Level | English requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | B2 by 1 August: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72 or Duolingo 100 (other certificates also accepted) |
| Master’s | No certificate needed, except MSc Management & Leadership (CEMS): TOEFL iBT 100 / IELTS 7.0 / PTE 68 |
Source: uni-corvinus.hu — admissions requirements — checked 11/2026.
A B2 certificate from Corvinus’s own preparatory programme also counts as proof of English for bachelor’s applicants. Master’s files need the degree, transcript, CV and motivation letter. More on the scholarship route: Stipendium Hungaricum.
Who Corvinus suits
It is a strong choice for anyone wanting a European business, economics or international relations degree without Western European fees. Hungary is in the EU and Schengen, which makes travel during your studies easy, but start maths preparation early and get residence-permit paperwork ready on time — the international office can advise. Compare it with other destinations in our guide to a bachelor’s degree in Europe.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a language certificate for a Corvinus master’s?
Not for most programmes. Only MSc Management & Leadership (CEMS) asks for TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.0 or PTE 68.
Is the enrolment deposit refundable?
No. For the 2027 intake the €500 deposit forms part of tuition and is not returned.
Is the GMAT compulsory?
No. Master’s admission uses the university’s online exam, while a GMAT, GRE or NMAT result can exempt you from it.
Can I study at Corvinus with Stipendium Hungaricum?
Yes, the university participates at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level.
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