Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) - in terms of student and staff number, quality of education and research, and its international relations - is a prestigious institution of public higher education in Hungary, operating continuously since its inception in 1635.
About
As top-ranked university in Hungary, it is the most popular higher education institution among applicants as well as alma mater of five Nobel laureates and leading figures in technology, public policy, and culture in Hungary. ELTE has widespread international relations. It holds about 450 bilateral agreements for cooperation and exchange. It is an active member of prestigious international university networks and involved in joint degree programs.
Currently about 30,000 students study at the faculties of ELTE with about 3000 international students from over 100 countries. ELTE is the most popular university among applicants each year.
Study fields and main research areas at the eight faculties: Education and Psychology, Humanities, Informatics, Law, Primary and Pre-school Education, Science, Social Sciences, and Special Education.
ELTE offers 75+ bachelor’s programs and 290+ undivided teacher training major pairings, 100+ master’s programs, and over 60 degree programs in foreign languages. ELTE is Hungary’s largest scientific establishment with 125+ PhD programs at 16 doctoral schools.
The degree programs are accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Board. Diplomas issued at ELTE are acknowledged worldwide and course credits are transferable in all countries of the European Union.
Why should I study at Eötvös Loránd University?
Studying at ELTE means high quality education at the leading research university in Hungary. ELTE has the highest number of members of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences which provides a truly academic atmosphere. Active student communities also ensure that you find your friends and place at the university and in Budapest.
Student Services
ELTE provides wide-ranging services for international students.
Orientation Days
www.elte.hu/en/orientation-days
The event “Orientation Days” is organized for international students at ELTE at the beginning of each semester. The program is designed to introduce you to the University, staff, and organizations you will have contact with during your stay at ELTE. It also provides information and advice that will assist you in adjusting to the learning environment of the University and to living in Budapest.
Mentor system (ESN ELTE)
ESN ELTE is here to help, so that you don't feel all alone: besides organizing social activities, the most direct help ESN ELTE provides is through the mentor system. ESN ELTE mentors are enthusiastic, open-minded and helpful Hungarian ELTE students. They help incoming international students with everyday problems and they guide international students through their international experience during their stay at ELTE.
Cultural and social programs organized by the ESN ELTE
www.elte.hu/en/programs-for-students
ESN ELTE, an active student community at ELTE help the integration of the incoming students by organizing various social activities each semester.
Sport facilities
Choose from over 30 kinds of sports and play sports for credit at ELTE. Or just join any of the sports activities organized at ELTE during the academic year.
University library network
konyvtar.elte.hu/en, www.elte.hu/en/library
The extended university library network at ELTE assists students at each faculty in their studies and research.
Housing
Housing Office helps you with finding a place at an ELTE dormitory or an apartment on the private market via trustworthy real estate agent partners of ELTE.
Hungarian language course
www.elte.hu/en/language-courses/hungarian
Hungarian language and culture courses are offered from beginner to proficiency levels during the academic year. If you want to practice during summer as well, apply for the summer university.
English language course
www.elte.hu/en/language-courses/english
If you want to brush up your English before your studies or improve your language skills while studying at ELTE, sign up for the English language course at the Center for Advanced Language Learning.
Summer/winter schools
www.elte.hu/en/elte-summer-university
Summer and winter programs at ELTE are good occasions to visit the university and meet students and teachers on campus.
Career counseling in English
ELTE Career Centre helps ELTE students plan their career in a conscious way and helps them prepare for their professional career after graduation.
Life management counseling
During your time at the university, you may experience personal and emotional issues that impact on your academic work and university life. The counseling services at ELTE offer free and confidential support to students to help them develop ways of overcoming difficulties.
Students with disabilities
Disability coordinators at each faculty assist students with disabilities so that they can participate in university life fully.
ELTE „Eötvös” Art Ensemble
Eötvös Art Ensemble, consisting of the university choir, the university orchestra, and the university folk dance group, invites both Hungarian and international students to join their community.
Read the stories of our current ELTE students or ask our International Student Ambassadors.
Contact:
International Office
Rector’s Cabinet
Eötvös Loránd University
H-1056 Budapest, Szerb utca 21-23
E: iro@elte.hu
TEL: +36 1 411 6543
www.facebook.com/elteinternational
- GL Gyöngyi Laufer
- IP Iryna Pranovich
- RA RAWAN ABUKHAIRAN
- NS Nikita Semeniuk
- MK Mohammad Karim
- MA Maria Abbasi