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Study Medicine in Hungary

The Hungarian Parliament in Budapest on the Danube

6 years

A complete medical program leading to a medical degree recognized throughout the European Union.

Recognized for practice

Degrees aligned with Directive 2005/36/EC: you can practise once you have registered with the relevant professional council.

No numerus clausus

Admission by entrance test (biology, chemistry, medical English): no lottery, so your chances depend on your application.

100% in English

All programs offered by YourDreamSchool are taught entirely in English.

Why study medicine and health sciences in Hungary?

Hungary has been training doctors for more than 250 years and attracts thousands of European students every year. Its faculties rank among the best in Central Europe, and the cost of living in Budapest is significantly lower than in Western Europe. YourDreamSchool supports you from test preparation through to the start of your program, in French.

€12,000–18,000Fees per year
5–6 yearsProgram length
EnglishLanguage of instruction
EURecognized degree

How much does it cost?

Medicine

15 000-18 000 €

per year — 6 years (depending on the university)

Dentistry

16 000-18 000 €

per year — 5 years (depending on the university)

Veterinary medicine

12 000-14 000 €

per year — 5 to 5.5 years (depending on the university)

These fees cover all theoretical, practical and clinical teaching. The cost of living in Budapest remains lower than in major Western European cities.

Where to study medicine and health sciences in Hungary

Hungarian universities have been teaching medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine in English for more than 30 years. YourDreamSchool helps you choose the program that suits your profile and supports you all the way to admission.

Semmelweis University, Budapest

Medicine and dentistry, taught in English, at one of the oldest faculties in Central Europe. Clinical training builds up gradually. Admission by entrance test (biology, chemistry, medical English) and interview. Fees of around €15,000 to €18,000 per year. Degree recognized in the European Union.

University of Veterinary Medicine, Budapest

Veterinary medicine (5 to 5.5 years), taught in English: a highly regarded program combining theory, laboratory work and partner clinics. Admission by written test (biology, chemistry, English). Fees of around €12,000 to €14,000 per year. Degree recognized in the European Union.

McDaniel College, Budapest

A one-year pre-medical program, taught in English, to strengthen your scientific foundations (biology, chemistry, anatomy, medical English) before you start medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine. Fees of around €7,000. Admission based on your application.

Admission: entrance tests and timeline

Hungarian universities set their own entrance tests, focusing on biology, chemistry and medical English. With no numerus clausus for international students, everyone starts on an equal footing, provided their application is strong.

  • December–February: applications open
  • March–June: entrance tests
  • March–July: final admissions
  • September: start of the academic year

Contact us before February to maximize your chances and prepare your application with peace of mind.

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