Practical information
Scholarship opportunities
Foreign students at Masaryk University can take advantage of a number of scholarship programmes. While ECON MUNI does not provide scholarships to cover your tuition fees, as our tuition fees are already subsidized by the Czech government, there are other scholarship opportunities you might be eligible for:
Masaryk University Scholarships
- Compatriots' Scholarship – The compatriots' scholarship fund is designed to help and encourage students to study in their ancestors' country. Masaryk University offers financial support of 100,000 CZK (circa 4,100 EUR) per year to students with Czech roots or with Czech ancestors newly enrolled in bachelor's and master's full-time programmes. Applications are accepted from 1 March 2024 to 31 August 2024.
- Newcomers' Scholarship – Masaryk University offers financial support of 100,000 CZK (circa 4,100 EUR) to students enrolled in bachelor's and master's full-time programmes taught in languages other than Czech and coming from countries chosen according to the international marketing strategy of MU. Eligible countries include: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Georgia, Kosovo, Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro, Peru, Philippines, Serbia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. You can submit your application from 30 November 2024 to 30 April 2025.
- Accommodation Grant – Masaryk University students who meet conditions set out in section 8 of the MU Scholarship and Bursary Regulations may be awarded an accommodation grant.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
- Czech Ministry of Education – The Czech government also offers several scholarship opportunities.
- The Open Society Foundations – The OSF offer financial support to applicants within its diverse initiatives.
- IEFA – International Education Financial Aid offers financial aid, college scholarship and grant information for US and international students wishing to study abroad.
- Rotary Club – Through Rotary Club programs, young people can earn scholarships, travel on cultural exchanges, or help a community through a service project.
- Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans
- DAAD – The German Academic Exchange Service offers a very wide range of scholarships and grants for German students, interns and student trainees, (post)graduates, young academics and researchers.
- Federal Student Aid for students from USA
- Study in Europe resources for higher education scholarships and funding opportunities.
Tips
- Explore your country's government for various scholarship schemes and funding programmes.
- More scholarship programmes can be found at International Scholarships.com.
Visa information
To help you navigate the visa application process smoothly, here are some essential details:
- Visa Processing Time: The visa process for the Czech Republic may take some time. We strongly recommend that you start gathering information as soon as possible. Being well-informed about the process ensures that you are fully aware of what lies ahead.
- Information Resources: The best source of information for what you need for the visa process is the Czech embassy in your country. They can provide the most relevant details about the visa application process. A summary can also be found in the International Student Visa Guide.
- Our Assistance: While we are here to assist you in obtaining your visa, please note that we are unable to facilitate appointments and our role and possibilities are rather limited.
- Student Visa Mode: The Student Visa Mode was set up by the Czech Government to simplify the visa process for students from selected countries who have been accepted to study at universities. After successfully passing the entrance exams, we will contact eligible applicants with more information. Being on the Student Mode list doesn't guarantee visa approval. If a student fails to provide all necessary documents during the interview, they will be taken off the Student Mode list, and they won't be considered for inclusion again. For list of eligible countries, see the Visa Requirements section of the MUNI website.
Cost of living
Brno offers a high quality of life for quite an affordable price. The cost of living in Brno is slightly lower in the Czech Republic compared to other EU countries, and you will be able to live comfortably without spending large sums of money. The monthly cost of shared university housing is between 120-215 EUR, private apartment would be for a monthly price of €200–400. Monthly public transportation pass is 11 EUR for students under 26, 22 EUR for students over 26. These websites are quite good for getting a better idea of the real cost of living in Brno: Expatistan or Numbeo.
Tuition fee payment options
To pay your tuition fees, you have several options: card, bank transfer, Convera, or cash. Regardless of the method you choose, all payments must start through the specific link to the MUNI Shopping Center provided by your admissions coordinator.
Convera: Bank transfer and online payment platform
You can use the Convera GlobalPay platform to pay student fees by bank transfer, credit card, or through a wide range of local online payment options including Alipay, UnionPay, India Bank Transfer, and more, without incurring any transaction charges.
The Convera GlobalPay platform allows students, their families, or their sponsors to pay student fees in the currency of choice, providing a simple and secure way to initiate the payment.
Quick guide to using the platform
To use the platform, follow these instructions:
- Enter/select the country you are paying from.
- Enter the amount to pay in CZK.
- Select ‘Get a quote’.
- Select 'Show more options' at the bottom of the screen to view all options, including CZK if your local currency is not available.
- Select one of the options and enter the student/payer details.
If you choose to pay by bank transfer, use the payment instructions provided to make your payment through your bank (at branch, online, or phone banking). If you select an online payment option, you will be redirected to complete your payment.
Variable symbol (invoice number)
You will find this number in your payment instructions as the "variable symbol identifier." Be sure to include this variable symbol identifier with your payment to facilitate the accurate pairing of your payment with your account.
HOW TO INCLUDE THE VARIABLE SYMBOL ON THE CONVERA PLATFORM
You don’t type in just the variable symbol; the variable symbol must be preceded by the letters VS. For example: VS0123456789.
pay using the convera globalpay platform
Benefits of using the platform
Using the Convera GlobalPay platform has many benefits for you, including:
- Peace of mind that Masaryk University will receive the full amount you pay with no deductions
- The ability to pay fees by bank transfer or an online payment option specific to your country
- Payment tracking so you can follow your payment every step of the way
- Transparent rates, guaranteed for 72 hours, with no additional fees
- Favourable exchange rates compared to most banks
- An intuitive, mobile-friendly interface for a seamless payment experience
- Multiple language options: French, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Indonesian, English, Spanish, Hindi, Japanese, and Arabic
- A customer support service team dedicated to students
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