Bucharest Summer University 2026 in Romania (Funded)

The Bucharest Summer University (BSU) 2026 is an international academic and cultural program held annually in Bucharest, Romania. It brings together university students from around the world to explore economic topics and related fields. The 20th edition will take place from August 9 to 23, 2026, offering lectures, workshops, networking opportunities, and cultural activities. The theme for 2026 is "Leaders of Tomorrow in International Business and Economics: Reshaping Global Economy."

The program offers three funding categories: * Full Scholarship: This highly competitive option covers accommodation, three meals per day, airport transfer, cultural trips, and the academic program. It does NOT cover international travel expenses to and from Romania. Additional mandatory fees for museum entries, laundry, extracurricular materials, and other student services will be collected upon arrival in Romania. * Partial Scholarship: This option covers some program costs, reducing the participation fee. Specific details on what is covered beyond the full scholarship benefits are not clearly stated. It does NOT cover international travel expenses to and from Romania. Additional mandatory fees apply upon arrival. * Self-Funded: Participants pay the full program fee. This option still includes accommodation, three meals per day, airport transfer, a weekend trip (including accommodation, meals, and transport), academic courses, and extracurricular activities. It does NOT cover international travel expenses to and from Romania. Additional mandatory fees apply upon arrival.

The Bucharest Summer University is open to university students from all academic levels (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) who are aged between 18 and 26 years old, from all around the world. Ethiopian students are eligible to apply.

Applicants must prepare and submit the following: * An online application form. * A Curriculum Vitae (CV). * Depending on the application category chosen, either an essay (for Full Scholarship) or a motivation letter (for Partial Scholarship).

Applications must be submitted through the official Bucharest Summer University website. Applicants need to fill out the online application form and upload the required documents (CV, essay/motivation letter). The application fee is free for the Full Scholarship option, reduced for the Partial Scholarship, and full payment for the Self-Funded option.

The program duration is 2 weeks, from August 9 to 23, 2026. For any questions, applicants can contact [email protected].