Secondary certificate
Applicants need completed secondary education from their country of residence equivalent to the Hungarian Matura, with the final certificate by enrolment; there is no overall GPA minimum for general admission.
Partner university · Budapest, Hungary
Corvinus University of Budapest
Hungary's leading economics and business university, with English-taught programmes and strong regional employer links.
From EUR 6,600Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1920University
18,000Students
About the university
Why students choose Corvinus University of Budapest
Hungary's leading economics and business university, with English-taught programmes and strong regional employer links.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Corvinus University of Budapest, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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Maths requirement
Applicants to business, economics, informatics, data science and PPE bachelor's programmes must meet a maths requirement or pass the free online Corvinus maths exam (26 questions, 60 minutes).
English at B2
Proof of B2 English is due by 1 August, for example IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72 or Duolingo 100; English as the language of instruction alone is not enough.
Interviews for some programmes
Communication and Media Science, International Relations and PPE applicants have a 10-15 minute online interview.
Monthly entrance exams
Self-funded applicants can sit entrance exams each month and usually get results within 2-3 weeks; applicants above the programme's points threshold are conditionally accepted.
Application fee and advance payment
Fee-paying applicants pay a 100 euro application fee, and after admission pay the first semester or year in advance to receive the document used for the visa.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Corvinus University of Budapest costs
Fee period: Current published fees (page updated October 2026)
Preparatory programme EUR 6,000 a year; International MBA EUR 12,000.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at uni-corvinus.hu. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateEUR 6,600 - 7,000per year
PostgraduateEUR 7,000 - 12,000per year
Corvinus ScholarshipFull tuitionSelf-funded applicants to selected master's programmes such as the International MBA who reach the required admission score.
Stipendium HungaricumGovernment scholarship applicants from partner countries, who pay no Corvinus application fee.Programmes
Popular courses at Corvinus University of Budapest
BSc in Business and Management
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BSc in International Business
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MSc in Finance
2 years (4 semesters) · Starts September Course page
MSc in International Economy and Business
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Compare courses at every partner university
A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Corvinus University of Budapest, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Corvinus University of Budapest is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Corvinus University of Budapest: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Corvinus University of Budapest cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from EUR 6,600 a year and go up to EUR 7,000, depending on the course. Preparatory programme EUR 6,000 a year; International MBA EUR 12,000.
Does Corvinus University of Budapest offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Corvinus Scholarship (Full tuition); Stipendium Hungaricum. We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Corvinus University of Budapest?
GESCO applies to Corvinus University of Budapest by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Corvinus University of Budapest?
Corvinus University of Budapest is in Budapest, Hungary. It was founded in 1920.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Corvinus University of Budapest?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Corvinus University of Budapest directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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