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Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE)

Hungary’s oldest university (1635). ~30,000 students across eight faculties. This guide covers English-taught programmes, admissions, tuition & scholarships, housing and realistic living costs — with official links for each number.

Founded
1635
City
Budapest
Faculties
8
International
EN-taught BA/MA/MSc/PhD
Strong in CS, Maths, Psychology, IR, Linguistics 400+ Erasmus+ partners Dorms + Housing Office
Official site (EN) Browse programmes & apply Dormitory Centre Housing Office Find rentals

Programmes taught in English

Examples (full list via the programme finder):

  • Computer Science (BSc/MSc)
  • Applied Mathematics (MSc)
  • International Relations (BA/MA)
  • Communication & Media Studies (MA)
  • English Studies (MA)
Programme finder (apply.elte.hu)

How to apply (international)

  1. Pick a programme and read its Admission requirements.
  2. Language proof: most English-taught programmes require at least B2; some (e.g. English Studies MA) expect C1.
  3. Submit online application and pay the programme’s application fee.
  4. Entrance exam/interview may be required (faculty-dependent).

Always follow the programme page for exact subjects, grade thresholds, language tests and any portfolio/interview.

Entry requirements & admissions tests

  • Grades/subjects: programme-specific (see the page’s “Admission requirements”).
  • Tests: some faculties run online tests/interviews; details on the programme page.

Application timeline (typical)

  • Application windows vary by programme; many run Spring → Summer for Autumn start.
  • Decisions are issued by the faculty/programme office; enrolment before semester start.

Check the “Application” or “Deadlines” tab on the programme page for the current year.

Visa & practical (non-EU)

  • Residence permit for studies needed; apply after receiving your admission documents.
  • Health: student health insurance/TAJ eligibility as per rules; see ELTE guidance.
  • Work: part-time options exist; check current immigration conditions.

Accommodation & living

Dormitories (indicative monthly fees)

DormRoom typeFee (HUF/month)Official source
Erdős Pál2–3-bed rooms55,000–70,000Dorm page
Kőrösi Csoma Sándor2–3-bed rooms55,000–70,000Price list
Zágrábi / Vezér, etc.various50,000–80,000Price list

Places are limited and fees are charged per begun calendar month.

Private rentals (Housing Office)

  • ELTE Housing Office helps with market listings and landlords.
  • Deposit: typical is about two months’ rent.
  • Start early — demand spikes before the semester.
Housing Office Dormitory Centre Find rentals

Living costs (realistic range)

  • €600–€900/month incl. rent, food, transport (private market varies by location & size).

Student life — snapshot

Historic downtown buildings for Humanities, a modern riverside Science & Informatics campus on the Danube, and a vibrant city life: thermal baths, concerts, cafés and riverside evenings near Gellért Hill.

Official links

Last updated: 2025-09-14 • This is a student-facing summary. For admissions decisions, only the official ELTE pages apply. Data points can change — always verify on the programme page.
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Do’s & Don’ts

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  • Don’t: sign rental without inventory photos; ignore deposit terms.

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