Become a dentist at one of Hungary's most respected medical universities — in English, with extensive hands-on clinical training. An EU-recognised degree in a sunny, affordable university city, with Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships and a clear path to a dental career.
5 years
Full-time duration
€15,500
Tuition / year
Sep 2026
Next intake
IELTS 6.0
English requirement
Overview
✓ Study at a WHO-listed, EU-recognised dental school
✓English-taught, highly practical, with extensive clinical training
✓Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships + a 9-month post-study permit
Dentistry at Szeged moves from the sciences — anatomy, physiology, oral biology — into phantom-head simulation and then real patient care in the university's dental clinics. You graduate a confident, clinically experienced dentist with an internationally respected degree.
Graduates practise across the EU and internationally (with local licensing) in private clinics, hospitals and public dental services. Affordable tuition plus scholarships make it exceptional value for a career in dentistry.
The biology/chemistry entrance exam is the key hurdle. Your counsellor arranges preparation and, if you need it, a foundation year to strengthen your sciences.
What you'll study
Core areas
01 Anatomy & Physiology
02 Oral Biology
03 Prosthodontics
04 Periodontology
05 Oral Surgery
06 Clinical Practice
After you graduate
Career outcomes
EU-recognised
Licensing pathway across the EU
9-month permit
Post-study job-seeking in Hungary
Roles
Private practice, hospital & public dental services
In demand
Dentists needed across the Gulf & EU
How to apply
Application timeline
Autumn 2025 – spring 2026
Prepare your application
Gather transcripts, take IELTS, and start entrance-exam preparation in biology and chemistry. Your counsellor reviews everything free.
Winter – spring 2026
Submit & sit the entrance exam
Apply to Szeged and take the entrance examination. Your counsellor coordinates the timing and documents.
Spring – summer 2026
Offer & scholarships
Receive your offer and any Stipendium Hungaricum or merit award. Your counsellor helps you weigh funding.
Summer 2026
Residence permit
Apply for your Hungarian study residence permit with proof of funds and health insurance.
September 2026
Orientation & start
Arrive in Szeged for orientation and begin your dental studies.
Fees & funding
Tuition fees & costs
Tuition (international)
Per annum
€15,500
Total degree cost
5 years (indicative)
≈€77,500
Health insurance
Min. €50,000 cover
≈€40/month
Residence permit fee
Study residence permit
≈€110
Scholarships
Funding you may be eligible for
Stipendium Hungaricum
Hungarian Government · Fully funded
Tuition + stipend
Coverage: Tuition waiver + €130/month + dormitory
Eligibility: Citizens of 80+ partner countries, merit
Duration: Full programme
Deadline: January–February annually
Source: stipendiumhungaricum.hu
University Merit Scholarship
University of Szeged
10–50% off tuition
Coverage: Tuition fee reduction
Eligibility: Academic performance
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Deadline: With admission application
Source: u-szeged.hu
Government Scholarships (home country)
Saudi SACM, Kuwaiti MOHE, etc.
Full award
Coverage: Tuition + living expenses + flights
Eligibility: Varies by country — healthcare often prioritised
Duration: Full degree
Deadline: Varies — your counsellor checks eligibility
Loans & financing
Alternative funding options
MPOWER Financing
International student loan · No cosigner
Available for international students at select European universities. No cosigner, collateral, or local credit history required.
Work during studies
Student residence permit · Up to 24 hrs/week
Work up to 24 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays. Szeged's low living costs make part-time work go a long way.
Living costs
Monthly budget in Szeged
Szeged is a sunny, relaxed university city in southern Hungary — even more affordable than Budapest, with a big student population and a compact, walkable centre.
Rent (shared flat)€250–€400
Food & groceries€180–€270
Transport (student pass)€8
Health insurance€40
Books & supplies€30–€60
Personal & leisure€90–€180
Estimated total€550–€850/month
Residence-permit financial proof: about €500/month in living funds in addition to tuition — via bank statements or a sponsor.
Residence permit
Hungarian study residence permit
Permit type
Residence Permit for Study Purposes
Admission letter
Letter of acceptance from Szeged
Application fee
≈€110
Financial proof
≈€500/month living funds + tuition
Health insurance
Mandatory — min. €50,000 cover
Post-graduation
9-month job-seeking residence permit
Student stories
Hear from our students
"The hands-on training at Szeged is incredible — I was treating patients under supervision way earlier than friends elsewhere. The degree is EU-recognised and Szeged is so cheap to live in. My counsellor prepped me for the entrance exam."
LN
Lana N.
DDS Dentistry, Szeged — Class of 2029 · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
"Szeged is sunny, friendly and full of students. Studying dentistry in English at these fees, with a scholarship on top, made my dream affordable. The clinics are excellent."
MA
Mahmoud A.
DDS Dentistry, Szeged — Class of 2028 · 🇪🇬 Egypt
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the dentistry degree internationally recognised?
Yes. The University of Szeged is WHO-listed and its dental degree is EU-recognised, so graduates can pursue licensing across the EU and, with local exams, in the Gulf and beyond. Szeged has trained international dentists for decades — your counsellor explains the licensing pathway for your country.
Is it taught in English?
Yes — Szeged runs a full English-language dentistry program, so you don't need Hungarian to study. You'll learn basic Hungarian for patient interaction during clinical years, and the university supports this.
What are the entry requirements?
You need a strong high-school record with biology and chemistry, plus IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent). Szeged runs an entrance examination in biology and chemistry — your counsellor arranges preparation so you're ready.
How much hands-on training is there?
A lot. From the pre-clinical phantom-head labs to real patient treatment in later years, dentistry at Szeged is highly practical, with extensive clinical hours in the university's dental clinics before you graduate.
How affordable is Szeged?
Very. Szeged is a lively, sunny university city in southern Hungary that's even cheaper than Budapest — budget roughly €550–€850/month all-in. The residence permit requires proof of about €500/month plus tuition.
