All Levels
Hungarian State Scholarship (Stipendium Hungaricum)
Tuition-free + living support
BU
Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Budapest, Hungary
"Hungary's leading technical university, with four Nobel Prize winners in its departments"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#711 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 9 months
About Budapest University of Technology and Economics
The Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) is Hungary's leading technical university, with roots going back to 1782. It has about 20,000 students and offers more than 50 English-language degree programmes in engineering, natural sciences, economics and management. Its departments feature four Nobel Prize winners. BME is in Budapest and is rated best among Hungarian universities for employer reputation in QS 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#711
Ranked #711-720 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#751-760 in QS 2027). BME is #326 worldwide for employer reputation in QS 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Stipendium Hungaricum partner university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Budapest University of Technology and Economics's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1782
Founded
approx. 20,000
Total Students
50+
English Programmes
#326 worldwide (QS 2027)
Employer Reputation
Popular Programs
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics
Physics
Engineering Management
Application Details
Application Route
Online (e-admission.bme.hu)
Application Fee
EUR 150
Intakes
September
2026 Deadline
15 May 2026
Entrance Exam
Required for BSc
Standardized Test Requirements
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English proof (BSc and MSc)
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B2 level |
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English proof (preparatory programmes)
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B1 level |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
Residence permit for study (D visa)
Post-Study Work
Up to 9 months
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
EUR 150
Avg Scholarship
Stipendium Hungaricum
Career Outcomes
38%
Placement Ratio
Up to 9 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
BME's main campus is on the Buda bank of the Danube in Budapest, close to the city centre.
Campus Details
About
20000 students
50+
English programmes
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Student dorms and private flats
Dining
Campus canteens and cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
ESN events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
approx. 20,000
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - PhD
EUR 4,500 / semester
Rent - shared room
EUR 250-450 / month
Rent - studio
EUR 450-600 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
BME admits fee-paying international students in September. The 2026/27 application period ran from 1 April to 15 May 2026 for preparatory, BSc, MSc and doctoral programmes. The 2027/28 dates have not been announced yet.
Scholarships at Budapest University of Technology and Economics
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school certificate, English B2 and a BSc entrance exam. Weaker applicants may start with a one-year preparatory course.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree, English B2 proof and two recommendation letters (MSc).
English Proficiency
English proof (BSc and MSc)
English proof (preparatory programmes)
Required Documents
Passport copy
School certificate / degree
Academic transcripts
English proficiency proof
Motivation letter
CV
Passport photo
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on e-admission.bme.hu.
2
Apply online
Fill in the online form and upload your documents.
3
Pay application fee
Pay the non-refundable fee shown on the portal.
4
Entrance / interview
Some programmes need an exam or an online interview.
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Admission letter
Pay the tuition fee to receive your admission letter.
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Visa & arrival
Apply for a Hungarian study visa, then register on arrival.
Campus & Location
BME's main campus is on the Buda bank of the Danube in Budapest, close to the city centre.
Bachelor's
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Budapest University of Technology and Economics
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Bachelor's
Civil Engineering
Budapest University of Technology and Economics
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Bachelor's
Mathematics
Master's
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