Corvinus University of Budapest EKÖP Research Fellowship 2025/2026

Introduction

Corvinus University of Budapest has announced the University Research Fellowship (EKÖP) programme for the 2025/2026 academic year. This prestigious fellowship offers substantial monthly stipends to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students and early-career researchers conducting academic research with a Corvinus faculty supervisor.

The EKÖP Fellowship represents a significant opportunity for students and young academics from all nationalities to receive financial support while advancing their research careers at Hungary’s premier business and social sciences institution.

What is the EKÖP Fellowship?

The EKÖP (Egyetemi Kutatási Ösztöndíj Program) is a nationally recognised research funding programme supported by the Hungarian government and coordinated by Corvinus University in collaboration with the National Research, Development and Innovation Office (NRDI).

The fellowship aims to:

• Foster research excellence across academic disciplines
• Support the professional development of emerging scholars
• Promote collaborative research between students and faculty
• Enhance Hungary’s research and innovation landscape

Fellowship Benefits

The EKÖP Fellowship provides competitive monthly stipends that vary according to the applicant’s academic level:

Beyond financial support, fellows benefit from:

• Mentorship from experienced Corvinus University faculty
• Integration into the university’s research community
• Enhanced academic credentials and research portfolio
• Valuable networking opportunities with fellow researchers

Eligibility Requirements

The EKÖP Fellowship welcomes applications from candidates across all nationalities and academic disciplines. Eligible applicants include:

• Undergraduate students: Can apply for 5-month or 10-month fellowships
• Master’s students: Can apply for 5-month or 10-month fellowships
• Doctoral students: Can apply for 5-month or 12-month fellowships
• Young lecturers and researchers: Can apply for 12-month fellowships only

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Application Process

Key Dates

• Application Opening: May 13, 2025
• Submission Deadline: June 4, 2025, at 23:59 (CET)

Application Steps

1. Secure a Corvinus Supervisor:
   • All applicants must identify and coordinate with a faculty supervisor at Corvinus University
   • The supervisor will validate and support your research plan
2. Prepare Required Documentation:
   • Completed application form (unmodified)
   • Detailed research plan
   • Signed applicant’s declaration
   • Supervisor’s declaration
   • Academic/scientific CV (mandatory)
   • Publication data sheet (if applicable)
   • Documentation proving eligibility based on publications (where relevant)
3. Submit Your Application:
   • All materials must be submitted electronically in PDF format
   • Send your application to the appropriate email address based on your academic level:
     • Undergraduate: ekop_alap@uni-corvinus.hu
     • Master’s: ekop_mester@uni-corvinus.hu
     • Doctoral: ekop_doktori@uni-corvinus.hu
     • Young Lecturers/Researchers: ekop_fiatal_okt_kut@uni-corvinus.hu

Important Application Guidelines

To ensure your application is considered:

• Do not modify or alter the official application forms in any way
• Ensure all documents are legible and properly signed
• Submit all materials in either Hungarian or English (with translations for documents in other languages)
• Include the mandatory scientific CV following the format provided in the application kit
• Use high-quality PDF conversion methods (such as Microsoft Print to PDF) for maximum clarity

Don’t miss this chance to join Hungary’s vibrant research community. Prepare your application and submit it by June 4, 2025, to take your next step toward research excellence at Corvinus University of Budapest.