📌 What is the ARICE Scholarship?

The Romanian Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade (ARICE) Scholarship is a fully funded government scholarship for international students to study in Romania starting in the 2026–2027 academic year.

According to official announcements, ARICE offers 40 scholarships for foreign citizens.

It covers:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree
• PhD
• (Postgraduate/residency in limited medical specializations)

🎓 Eligibility Criteria (ARICE 2026)

You are eligible if:

✅ Nationality

• All foreign citizens except EU and EFTA countries.

❌ Not Eligible If:

• You are an EU/EFTA citizen
• You have already benefited from a Romanian government scholarship for the same study cycle
• You fall under certain diplomatic or protected status categories

📚 Academic Requirement

• Good academic performance (minimum average 7/10 in Romanian grading system or equivalent “Good”).

📖 Language Requirement

• If you do not know Romanian, you are entitled to a Romanian language preparatory year.

🚫 Fields NOT Allowed

• Medicine
• Dental Medicine
• Pharmacy

🗓 Important Dates (ARICE 2026)

• Application Opens: May 11, 2026
• Application Deadline: June 12, 2026
• Selection Results: By September 15, 2026 (intermediate stage)

⚠️ Applications are submitted electronically.

📄 Required Documents (ARICE)

Typical documents include:

• Application forms (RAIFT + MEC)
• Passport copy
• Diplomas (translated & legalized)
• Academic transcripts
• Birth certificate
• CV
• Recommendation letter
• Medical certificate
• Declaration of no previous Romanian scholarship

All documents must be translated (Romanian/English/French) and properly legalized.

💰 Scholarship Benefits

ARICE scholarship is fully funded and includes:

• Full tuition coverage
• Monthly financial support
• Free accommodation
• Medical assistance
• Transport support
• Free Romanian language preparatory year (if needed)

📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

Step 1: Wait for Official Opening

Applications open on May 11, 2026.

Step 2: Prepare Documents

Scan all required documents in PDF format.

Step 3: Submit Application

Send application files electronically as instructed in the official announcement.

Step 4: Selection Process

• ARICE committee evaluates files
• Final decision made by the Ministry of Education
• Results published on ARICE website and via email