Romania’s Hidden Fully Funded Scholarships for Bachelors Course for Indian Students
- blogsunigoeducatio
- Nov 28
- 6 min read
(and how UniGo Education can help you grab them)
When Indian families think “study abroad,” they usually jump straight to the US, UK, Canada or maybe Germany. Quietly, Romania has been building one of the most affordable, scholarship-rich pathways into Europe. For the right student, it can mean.
Zero tuition fees
Funded accommodation and a living stipend
Access to an EU country with growing universities and low living costs
The best part. very few Indian students are applying. That means less competition and more room for smart, well prepared applicants.
In this post, we will quickly walk you through three powerful scholarship routes in Romania that can fund a full bachelor’s degree.
Romanian Government Scholarships (MFA)
ARICE Scholarships for Foreign Citizens
Transilvania Academica Scholarship (Transilvania University of Brașov)
Throughout this, think of UniGo Education as your strategy and documentation partner. from deciding whether Romania is right for you to actually submitting a strong, complete application.
Romanian Government Scholarships (MFA)
For fully funded degrees across multiple public universities
These are classic Romanian Government Scholarships offered through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and Ministry of Education. They are especially strong for Indian students who.
Are open to learning a new European language (Romanian)
Want to study in the EU without crushing fees
Prefer a low cost of living compared to Western Europe
What the scholarship covers
Full tuition fee waiver at a Romanian public university
A fully funded one-year Romanian language course before you start your degree
A monthly stipend for living expenses
Usually, free or subsidized hostel accommodation and basic medical cover.
Flights and visa costs are usually on you, but your core education and day to day living are largely covered.
Who can apply
Non-EU citizens. Indians are eligible.
Class 12 passed students with a reasonably strong academic record.
Typically, upper age limits apply for bachelor study. usually, mid 20s
Willingness to study in Romanian after the language year.
Most subjects are allowed. but Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy are often excluded.
Why most Indian students miss it
The study medium is mainly Romanian, which scares many applicants at first glance
Deadlines fall in January–March, before most Indian board results.
Not many Indian counsellors actively talk about Romania, so families never even look.
Where UniGo Education helps
At UniGo Education, we help you.
Decide if the Romanian language track makes sense for your long-term goals
Shortlist universities and courses where you actually have a strong chance
Plan the documentation timeline so board exams, translations and scholarship deadlines fit together
Craft a clear, authentic motivation letter and organize your references.
👉 Want to check if the Romanian Government Scholarship fits your profile. Click here to book a free discovery call with a UniGo Education counsellor.
ARICE Scholarships for Foreign Citizens
Romania’s new “investment and talent” scholarship, still under the radar
ARICE is a newer initiative run by the Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade, aimed at attracting international students, including those from India. Think of it as Romania’s “talent magnet” scholarship.
Because it is newer, information is scattered and many Indian students have never heard of it. That is exactly why it is interesting for serious applicants.
What the scholarship covers
Details vary a little by call, but in general it offers.
Full tuition coverage at participating Romanian universities
A monthly stipend that covers basic living costs
Accommodation support. usually, a dorm bed or an allowance
Romanian language study if your programme requires it
Public health insurance cover as a student
Who can apply
Non-EU / non-EFTA citizens. Indians are clearly eligible
Students with a good academic record in school
Applicants who can secure admission into an eligible Romanian university programme
Students willing to study in Romanian or, in some cases, in English
Why it matters for Indian students
The scheme is new and still evolving, so India is not yet sending a big volume of applicants.
That means less crowding from Indian students compared to Canada or the UK.
For the right profile, it can be a fully funded, long term EU entry point.
Common challenges
Calls are sometimes announced with short windows.
Details on stipend amounts, fields and participating universities can change year to year.
Many websites and PDFs have bureaucratic language that is hard for students to decode.
Where UniGo Education helps
Our team tracks ARICE calls and updates so you don’t have to. We work with you to.
Monitor opening dates and match your profile with the right Romanian universities.
Build a “ready to plug in” scholarship kit. CV, references, generic SOP and document scans.
Align ARICE with backup options like fee paying admission or other scholarships.
Reduce the risk of last-minute scrambling because you found out about the call too late.
👉 Add “ARICE Romania” to your options map. Share your current marks and target field with us, and we will tell you in one consultation whether it is worth pursuing. Book your FREE Consultation
Transilvania Academica Scholarship
Fully funded at a single Romanian university. Transilvania University of Brașov
The Transilvania Academica Scholarship is offered directly by Transilvania University of Brașov to attract talented non-EU students. This is very different from generic government schemes.
It is ideal if you prefer a clear, focused path. one university, one city, with a strong, structured scholarship.
What the scholarship covers
Complete tuition fee waiver for the bachelor degree
A fixed monthly stipend that can cover hostel and basic living costs in Brașov
Accommodation in university dormitories or equivalent support
Student health cover through the national system
Put simply. if you manage your lifestyle sensibly, this scholarship can make your bachelor journey almost fully funded.
Who can apply
Non-EU / non-EEA citizens, including Indians.
Students with strong academic performance in school.
Applicants to bachelor programmes at Transilvania University (English or Romanian medium).
Candidates ready to act as “university ambassadors” by participating in events and promotion.
Why this scholarship is powerful
Transilvania University offers a wide mix of bachelor degrees. engineering, IT, environment, business, arts and more.
Brașov is cheaper than Western European student cities, which makes the stipend go further.
The scholarship is university specific, which means you are competing within a smaller pool, not against the whole world.
Risks and realities
You must first focus on getting admitted to a suitable bachelor programme.
You need to maintain good academic standing to keep the scholarship each year.
If you decide later that you want to switch universities or cities, funding does not automatically move with you.
Where UniGo Education helps
As UniGo Education, we act like your admissions plus scholarship strategy team. We help you.
Select the right English or Romanian medium programmes at Transilvania University.
Plan your application calendar so that degree admission and scholarship deadlines line up.
Prepare a compelling CV, statement of purpose and, if needed, a short video pitch.
Understand academic and cultural life in Brașov, so expectations are realistic from day one.
👉 Thinking about engineering, IT or business in the EU at almost zero cost. Talk to our counsellors about the Transilvania Academica route and see if your profile qualifies. Book your FREE Consultation
How should Indian families think about Romania overall
Romania is not yet on the standard coaching centre posters in India. But for students who.
Are comfortable stepping outside the “usual” destinations
Are open to learning a new language and adapting
Want fully funded education rather than big loans
These three scholarships together offer a serious, long-term pathway into Europe.
At UniGo Education, we do not just “name drop” scholarships. We:
Analyse whether your marks, budget and long-term goals really match these paths.
Help you sequence exams, documents, university applications and scholarship deadlines.
Stay conservative about promises, but aggressive in exploring underused opportunities.
👉If you are a parent or student seriously exploring cost effective study in Europe, share your details with UniGo Education. We will map your profile against Romania’s fully funded scholarship options and design a realistic, step by step plan within a single strategy session.
That one conversation can be the difference between.
Paying full international fees in an overcrowded destination.
or
Securing a fully funded bachelor pathway in an upcoming, opportunity rich European country.
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