Enrolment Information for 2017/2018

Application deadlines

• May 31st, 2017 for the 1st semester to all programs,
• December 30th, 2017 for the spring semester

(only Preparatory and Language Course)

Application Process

First step: Complete the Application Form

The printable Application Form is available here! (PDF)

Second step: Pay the € 150 nonrefundable application fee

Your application will be considered and communication is assured, if you transfer the application fee to the bank account of Óbuda University, and submit all the required documents.

Third step:

Submit all the necessary documents listed below to the following address:

• Application form completely filled (be careful that your personal data appear correctly as are in your passport, because they will be the form to appear in your transcripts and degree certificate)
• Secondary high school reports relevant to your application, with special reference to Mathematics, Physics and English language (notarized English translation)
• General certificate of your education - G.C.E. or any equivalent secondary high school diploma (notarized English translation)
• Official transcripts and degrees/diplomas of any higher education already completed (notarized English translation)
• Copy of your passport
• 2 recent passport size photographs
• Curriculum Vitae
• Two letters of recommendation (for MSc and PhD applications)
• Study Plan (for PhD applications only)
• One of the following documents of English language proficiency is required:

The English language proficiency requirement can be waived in case of previous studies completed fully in English with qualification documents (i.e. high school diploma or undergraduate degree in case of applications to graduate programs) issued originally in English.
NOTE: Notarization is necessary for every school leaving document even if the original is in English. Notification of your acceptance / rejection will be sent to you after your complete application has been reviewed. All necessary further information will be attached to the Letter of Acceptance.

Tuition fees

All tuition fees must be paid prior to enrolment. Proof of payment via bank transfer is to be presented. In case of late or partial payment of tuition fees, the University reserves the right to refuse enrolment.
Tuition fees for 2017/2018 academic year are as follows:

NOTE

• Tuition fees are generally not refundable.
• Inquire in your bank if there is a handling fee for your money transfer to ensure that full tuition amount be transferred.

To newly enrolled Freshmen only

Placement tests: the beginning of May 2017 in Mathematics, Physics (as well as drawing only for Product Design Engineering).
Students passing the tests will be accepted in the first year of the BSc programs. Students found to have inadequate skills in Mathematics, Physics or English language will be directed to the one year Preparatory Course or Language Course prior to start the BSc programs.
NOTE: A two semester long intensive Preparatory Course is offered in Mathematics, Physics and English language for those who failed in the placement test or arrived after the registration period.

Visa Information

Non-EU and non-EEA (European Economic Area) citizens, please contact the nearest Hungarian Consulate to learn if visa is needed to Hungary. List of embassies and consulates:

http://konzuliszolgalat.kormany.hu/en

The entry visa - "RESIDENCE VISA FOR STUDY PURPOSE" - is to be obtained before departure from your country. You are requested to present the following documents:

• the Letter of Acceptance from Óbuda University
• the proof of payment of the tuition fee
• the proof of your accommodation in Budapest
• the passport

The process takes two weeks or more. The visa will be valid for 30 days only. After your arrival in Budapest you will have another 30 days to apply for a residence permit (after registration at the University).

Enrolment

Registration period: 4-7 September
All accepted new students are expected to report to the Students Office to register within 48 hours after arrival.
EU Citizens have to apply for a “RESIDENCE PERMIT FOR STUDY PURPOSE” in Hungary. Remember to present your EU Health Insurance Card at registration. More information and help is available during school registration.
http://www.bmbah.hu/index.php?lang=en
Orientation Programme
Between 4-8 September, 2017 an orientation program will be organized for all newly enrolled students. The orientation program includes introductory lectures, access to the Internet, a visit in the library, campus tours and a sightseeing tour in Budapest.

Living costs

• Accommodation: Private accommodation is available from EUR 300 to 500 / month depending on location and comfort. During the registration week Óbuda University offers help to new students to find accommodation in the city.
• Food and additional expenses are approximately from EUR 170 to 270 / month. More information is available upon arrival.
• Health insurance, entitling students for medical care, costs about EUR 120 / year. Insurance is the condition of both the enrolment at the university and the residence permit. For EU citizens, a valid European Health Insurance Card is necessary.

Postal Address of the University

for application and request for further information:

• Mobility Department
• Address: 1032 Budapest, Kiscelli utca 78-80. KC. 113; 117
• Phone: +36 (1) 666-5685, +36 (1) 666-5615
• E-mail: international [at] uni-obuda [dot] hu
• Website: http://uni-obuda.hu/en
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/OU-International-Office 

University Bank Account Number

for payments of application and tuition fees (only bank transfer accepted):

• Bank name: Magyar Államkincstár
• Bank address: 1139 Budapest Váci út. 71., Hungary
• Swift Code: MANEHUHB
• IBAN Code: HU25 10032000-00291350-00000000
• Beneficiary name: Óbuda University
• Beneficiary address: H-1034 Budapest, Bécsi u. 96/B, Hungary

VERY IMPORTANT

remember to write the student's name and registration number according to the Letter of Acceptance in the box "Information for beneficiary" when transferring the registration fee and tuition fee, otherwise payments may not be identified.