The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship allows eligible students from Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir to complete Bachelor studies at participating universities in Hungary.
The programme is funded by the Hungarian Government. Applications from Pakistan are managed through the Higher Education Commission, which serves as the official sending partner and nominates candidates for further assessment.
Successful Bachelor applicants receive full tuition coverage, a monthly stipend, accommodation support, and medical insurance. However, the official scholarship call explains that the stipend and housing support are contributions towards living expenses and may not cover every cost in Hungary.
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, HEC announced 200 Bachelor scholarship places across available disciplines. The number of places and eligible subjects may change in future application rounds.
This guide explains the HEC nomination process, eligibility criteria, USAT requirement, scholarship benefits, application documents, programme choices, university assessment, and practical steps for preparing a competitive application.
Table of Contents
- What Is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship?
- Latest Application Status
- How the HEC Nomination Route Works
- Bachelor Scholarship Places
- Is the Scholarship Fully Funded?
- Monthly Stipend
- Accommodation Support
- Medical Insurance
- Airfare and Travel Costs
- Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Requirements
- Age Requirement
- USAT Requirement
- Language Requirements
- Available Universities and Subjects
- Documents Required
- How to Apply
- How HEC Nominates Applicants
- University Entrance Assessment
- How to Choose Your Programmes
- How to Write the Motivation Letter
- Application Timeline
- Common Application Mistakes
- Tips to Improve Your Application
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship?
Stipendium Hungaricum is the Hungarian Government’s international higher education scholarship programme.
It provides opportunities for students from partner countries to study at participating Hungarian universities. The programme is based on educational cooperation agreements between Hungary and official sending partners in other countries.
Pakistan participates through the Higher Education Commission.
This means an applicant from Pakistan cannot rely only on direct admission from a Hungarian university. The candidate must complete the required applications and receive an official HEC nomination before the application can proceed to the university assessment stage.
The scholarship is offered at several academic levels, including:
- Bachelor programmes
- Master programmes
- One tier Master programmes
- Doctoral programmes
- Selected non degree programmes
This guide focuses mainly on Bachelor level applicants using the HEC route.
Latest Application Status
Applications for the 2026 to 2027 Stipendium Hungaricum cycle are closed.
The deadline for the Hungarian application system was January 15, 2026, at 2 pm Central European Time. HEC required applicants to complete both the Hungarian portal and the HEC scholarship portal by January 15, 2026, at 4 pm Pakistan Standard Time.
The official application dates for the 2027 to 2028 cycle have not yet been announced.
Based on the previous cycle, applicants should begin monitoring the HEC and Stipendium Hungaricum websites from October or November. Previous application rounds opened during November and closed in January, but future dates should not be treated as confirmed until the official announcement is issued.
How the HEC Nomination Route Works
Applicants from Pakistan must follow two connected application processes.
Application Through HEC
The candidate must create or update a profile on the HEC scholarship portal and select the Hungarian Scholarship Program.
The HEC application is used to assess eligibility and determine which candidates may be nominated as Pakistan’s official applicants.
Application Through the Hungarian Portal
The candidate must also complete the official Stipendium Hungaricum online application.
This application contains the programme choices, academic information, motivation letter, language evidence, educational documents, and identification details.
Submitting only one application is not sufficient.
HEC clearly states that applications must be submitted through both portals. Failure to complete either application can result in the candidate not being considered.
HEC Nomination
After reviewing the eligible applications, HEC prepares a nomination list and a reserve list.
Only nominated applications are forwarded for institutional assessment in Hungary. The official Hungarian call confirms that applications without sending partner nomination are not considered for the next selection stage.
University Assessment
Nominated candidates are assessed by their selected Hungarian universities.
The assessment may include:
- An online interview
- A written examination
- A subject test
- A review of academic documents
- A language assessment
- An oral examination
Final scholarship selection depends on HEC nomination, university admission results, programme capacity, and the allocation process managed by the Tempus Public Foundation.
Bachelor Scholarship Places
For the 2026 to 2027 application cycle, HEC announced 200 Bachelor scholarship places in available disciplines.
This figure applies to that specific application round.
The number of scholarships may change according to:
- The agreement between Pakistan and Hungary
- Available university places
- Academic fields offered to Pakistan
- Government decisions
- Programme capacity
- The number of successful nominees
Applicants should verify the number of Bachelor places when the next HEC announcement is published.
Is the Scholarship Fully Funded?
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is commonly described as a fully funded scholarship because it provides tuition coverage, a stipend, housing support, and medical insurance.
The standard Bachelor scholarship includes:
- Full exemption from tuition fees
- A monthly living stipend
- A university dormitory place where available
- An accommodation contribution when a dormitory place is not provided
- Medical insurance
The official scholarship call also warns that the stipend and accommodation allowance may not cover all living expenses. Scholars may need additional personal funds, particularly in Budapest and other cities with higher rental costs.
Applicants should therefore avoid assuming that every personal expense will be covered.
Monthly Stipend
Bachelor scholars currently receive HUF 43,700 per month.
The stipend is paid for 12 months each year until the completion of the scholarship period, subject to the scholar meeting academic and administrative requirements.
The monthly amount is intended to contribute towards expenses such as:
- Food
- Local transportation
- Mobile and internet services
- Study materials
- Clothing
- Personal expenses
The amount may not be enough to cover all living costs without careful budgeting.
Students should research the expected cost of living in the city where their university is located.
Accommodation Support
Scholarship recipients may receive either a dormitory place or a monthly accommodation contribution.
University Dormitory
A free dormitory place may be provided if the university has sufficient capacity.
Dormitory rooms are not guaranteed for every scholar because availability depends on the host institution.
Monthly Housing Contribution
Students who are not provided with a dormitory place may receive HUF 40,000 per month towards accommodation costs.
This amount is a contribution rather than full rent coverage. The official programme warns that it may not cover the complete cost of private accommodation, particularly in Budapest.
Students choosing private accommodation may also need to pay:
- A security deposit
- Utility bills
- Internet costs
- Building charges
- Transportation expenses
- Agency charges where applicable
Medical Insurance
The scholarship provides access to healthcare services under the relevant Hungarian legislation.
It also includes supplementary medical insurance of up to HUF 65,000 per person each year under the current scholarship conditions.
Medical insurance may not cover every treatment, medicine, dental service, or private healthcare expense.
Scholarship recipients should review their insurance documents after arriving in Hungary and learn which hospitals and services are covered.
Airfare and Travel Costs
The standard Stipendium Hungaricum grant does not automatically cover international travel expenses.
The official programme advises scholars to purchase their own flight tickets unless their sending authority provides separate travel assistance.
Applicants using the HEC route should not assume that airfare will be reimbursed unless the current HEC announcement specifically confirms travel support.
Other expenses that may require personal funding include:
- Passport fees
- Visa related expenses
- Document translation
- Document attestation
- Medical examinations
- Travel to the airport
- Initial accommodation deposits
- Living expenses before the first stipend payment
The scholarship programme advises students to arrive with financial reserves because the first scholarship payment may not be available immediately after arrival.
Eligibility Criteria
For the 2026 to 2027 HEC application cycle, the main requirements included the following conditions.
Citizenship
The applicant must be a citizen of Pakistan or Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Applicants must apply through the sending partner connected with their citizenship.
Educational Qualification
Bachelor applicants must hold an HSSC, Intermediate, A Level, or equivalent qualification.
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, the final qualification had to be completed and submitted before August 1, 2026.
Result Awaiting Applicants
Students completing the final year of their current qualification may apply.
They must upload the required declaration and provide the final certificate by the deadline stated in the current application call.
Test Requirement
Applicants must meet HEC’s HAT or USAT requirement.
For Bachelor applicants, the relevant undergraduate admission test is normally USAT. The current HEC criteria require at least 50 percent of the total test marks.
University Requirements
The candidate must meet the academic and language conditions of each selected Hungarian programme.
HEC eligibility does not automatically guarantee university admission.
Academic Requirements
Bachelor applicants must have completed secondary education that makes them eligible for undergraduate admission.
This can include:
- FSc
- FA
- ICS
- ICom
- A Levels
- Another recognised equivalent qualification
The selected Bachelor programme may require specific previous subjects.
For example:
- Engineering may require mathematics and physics
- Computer science may require mathematics
- Biological sciences may require biology or chemistry
- Economics may require mathematics
- Art programmes may require a portfolio
- Music programmes may require an audition
Applicants should review the entry conditions displayed for each programme in the Hungarian application system.
A student may satisfy HEC’s general academic requirement but remain ineligible for a particular university programme because of missing subjects or grades.
Age Requirement
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, applicants had to be at least 18 years old by August 31, 2026.
The Hungarian call treated applicants born after August 31, 2008 as ineligible, except for certain dance programmes. HEC also stated that the applicant must be 18 years old on or before August 31, 2026.
HEC did not publish a general upper age limit for the application process in that cycle.
The minimum age date will change for the next intake, so applicants must check the new call rather than using the 2026 date.
USAT Requirement
The USAT is an important part of the HEC nomination process for undergraduate applicants.
For the latest cycle, HEC required a minimum score of 50 percent.
An applicant without the required HAT or USAT score would not be considered for further processing.
Bachelor candidates should prepare for the USAT category that matches their academic background and intended field.
Possible categories may include:
- USAT Engineering
- USAT Medical
- USAT Computer Science
- USAT Commerce
- USAT Arts and Humanities
- USAT General Science
- USAT Pre Engineering
The exact test category and validity rules should be checked through HEC’s Education Testing Council when the new scholarship call opens.
A score of 50 percent establishes minimum eligibility. A higher score may improve a candidate’s position during HEC’s nomination process.
Language Requirements
There is no single English language score required for every Stipendium Hungaricum programme.
Each host university determines its own language requirements.
Depending on the programme, accepted evidence may include:
- IELTS
- TOEFL
- Duolingo English Test
- Cambridge English
- A university language examination
- A medium of instruction certificate
- An online interview conducted in English
Applicants should open the detailed entry requirements for both selected programmes.
A medium of instruction certificate should not be treated as a universal replacement for IELTS or TOEFL. It is accepted only when the host institution permits it.
Is Hungarian Language Knowledge Required?
Applicants can apply to programmes taught in English without already knowing Hungarian.
However, full time Bachelor scholars are normally required to study Hungarian as a foreign language during their degree.
The programme states that Bachelor, Master, and one tier Master scholars beginning their studies from the 2020 to 2021 academic year must attend Hungarian language and culture courses. Failure to meet the course requirements may affect the monthly stipend.
Applicants choosing a Hungarian taught degree may need prior Hungarian knowledge or a compulsory language preparation year.
Available Universities and Subjects
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, approximately 30 Hungarian higher education institutions participated in the programme, offering around 900 programmes in foreign languages, mainly English.
However, applicants from Pakistan can select only the study fields included in the educational cooperation agreement between Pakistan and Hungary.
Available areas may include:
- Agriculture
- Biological sciences
- Business and economics
- Computer science
- Engineering
- Environmental sciences
- Humanities
- Natural sciences
- Social sciences
- Technology
- Arts
- Selected health related fields
HEC announced that the 200 Bachelor places for the 2026 to 2027 cycle covered all disciplines available to Pakistan.
Programme availability can change each year. Applicants should use the current study finder and Pakistan partner listing after applications open.
How Many Programmes Can You Select?
Applicants can choose up to two study programmes.
The choices may be:
- Two programmes at one university
- Similar programmes at two different universities
- Two related subjects permitted under Pakistan’s eligible fields
The order of preference is important.
The first choice is considered first during the institutional assessment. Applicants cannot change their selected programmes or preference order after the application deadline.
Applicants should not select an unrealistic first choice and assume the second choice will automatically receive equal consideration.
Documents Required
Bachelor applicants generally need to prepare the following documents.
Online Application Form
Complete the Hungarian application form in English and upload a recent photograph.
The photograph should meet the timing and format conditions stated in the current call.
Motivation Letter
The latest call required a motivation letter of at least one page.
It had to be typed in Times New Roman at 12 point size and written in the language of the selected programme or in Hungarian.
Language Proficiency Evidence
Upload the English or Hungarian language evidence accepted by the selected university.
A translation may also be required when the original document is in another language.
Secondary School Certificate
Bachelor applicants need their HSSC, Intermediate, A Level, or equivalent graduation certificate.
The original certificate and an appropriate translation must be submitted when required.
Academic Transcript
Upload the complete transcript or marks sheets covering all completed school years or academic periods.
The transcript should clearly show:
- Subjects
- Marks or grades
- Examination years
- Name of the institution
- Grading information where applicable
Passport or Identity Document
Applicants with a valid passport should upload the passport information page.
Applicants who do not yet have a passport may upload their national identity document and follow the missing document procedure described in the current call.
HEC Application Form
Complete and submit the HEC scholarship application.
Applicants should keep a signed or printed copy if required by the current HEC instructions.
USAT Result
Provide the required USAT score through the method announced by HEC.
The minimum qualifying score for the latest cycle was 50 percent.
Statement for Application
Applicants must read and accept the official Statement for Application inside the Hungarian online system.
A separate scanned copy is not normally required because acceptance takes place electronically.
Portfolio
Applicants to art and music programmes may need to upload creative work in the format required by the host institution.
Medical Certificate
The medical certificate is required only from successful scholarship recipients under the latest Hungarian call.
Selected applicants must follow the current instructions regarding the certificate date, medical tests, and submission method.
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Your HEC Eligibility
Check your nationality, age, qualification, expected graduation date, and USAT status.
Do not begin the complete application before confirming that you meet the basic HEC conditions.
Step 2: Review Available Programmes
Select Pakistan in the official partner and programme search.
Review only the programmes available under Pakistan’s cooperation agreement.
Step 3: Check University Entry Requirements
Open the detailed page for each programme.
Confirm:
- Required subjects
- Minimum academic grades
- Language requirements
- Entrance examination format
- Portfolio requirements
- Programme duration
- Teaching language
- University location
Step 4: Take the USAT
Register through the HEC Education Testing Council when the test schedule is announced.
Aim for more than the minimum 50 percent because the scholarship is competitive.
Step 5: Create the Hungarian Application
Register in the Stipendium Hungaricum application system.
Enter your personal and academic information exactly as shown on your official documents.
Step 6: Select Two Programmes
Choose up to two eligible programmes in order of preference.
Review the choices carefully because they cannot normally be changed after the deadline.
Step 7: Upload Your Documents
Upload clear and complete copies of the required documents.
Translations should be attached where necessary.
Step 8: Write the Motivation Letter
Explain why you selected the subject, university, and Hungary.
Connect your previous education with your proposed Bachelor degree and future goals.
Step 9: Complete the HEC Application
Register through the HEC scholarship portal and select the Hungarian Scholarship Program.
Enter the same programme and personal information used in the Hungarian application.
Step 10: Review Both Applications
Check:
- Name spelling
- Identity information
- Academic grades
- Study choices
- Preference order
- USAT information
- Uploaded documents
- Motivation letter
- Contact information
- Submission status
Step 11: Submit Both Applications
Both applications must be submitted before their respective deadlines.
A saved draft is not treated as a submitted application.
How HEC Nominates Applicants
HEC acts as Pakistan’s sending partner.
Its role includes:
- Receiving applications
- Checking eligibility
- Reviewing test scores
- Preparing nomination lists
- Forwarding nominees to Hungary
- Coordinating with the relevant Hungarian authorities
Receiving an HEC nomination does not mean that the scholarship has been finally awarded.
The nomination allows the application to proceed to the Hungarian university assessment.
The final outcome also depends on:
- University eligibility
- Entrance examination results
- Programme capacity
- Preference order
- Country allocation
- Final approval by the Tempus Public Foundation
University Entrance Assessment
Hungarian universities assess nominated applicants between March and May under the standard application calendar.
The exact assessment method is determined by the university.
It may involve:
- A video interview
- Mathematics questions
- Subject knowledge questions
- English communication
- A written examination
- Portfolio evaluation
- A review of academic motivation
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, applicants needed at least 56 points out of 100 in the institutional assessment to remain eligible for final scholarship consideration.
Passing the university assessment does not automatically guarantee the scholarship because the number of available places remains limited.
How to Choose the Right Programme
Check Your Previous Subjects
Choose a degree connected with the subjects studied in Intermediate, A Levels, or an equivalent qualification.
Review the Curriculum
Read the course modules for each year.
Make sure the programme provides knowledge relevant to your long term goals.
Check the Language Requirement
Do not choose a programme requiring IELTS or another test that you cannot submit before the deadline.
Consider the City
Living costs vary between Budapest and smaller Hungarian cities.
The HUF 40,000 housing contribution may cover only a small part of private rent in a major city.
Review Recognition
Confirm that the degree and university are recognised by the relevant authorities in Pakistan.
This is especially important for:
- Engineering
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Architecture
- Law
- Psychology
- Teaching
- Veterinary science
Keep Both Choices Related
Choosing two related programmes creates a clearer academic direction.
For example, a student interested in technology might choose computer science and software engineering rather than computer science and international relations.
How to Write the Motivation Letter
A strong motivation letter should explain your academic goals clearly and honestly.
Introduce Your Academic Interest
Begin with the subject or problem that interests you.
Avoid starting with a general quotation.
Explain Your Preparation
Discuss relevant subjects, projects, competitions, volunteer work, or personal learning.
Explain Why You Selected the Degree
Mention specific parts of the programme that connect with your goals.
These may include:
- Modules
- Laboratories
- Research opportunities
- Practical projects
- Teaching methods
- Industry connections
Explain Why You Selected Hungary
Use academic reasons rather than general praise.
You may discuss the programme structure, international environment, relevant expertise, or educational cooperation between Hungary and Pakistan.
Present Your Career Plan
Explain what you hope to do after completing the degree.
The plan should be realistic for a Bachelor applicant.
Explain Your Contribution
Discuss how you can contribute to university life through your interests, culture, teamwork, volunteering, or academic abilities.
Keep the Letter Personal
Do not copy a sample motivation letter.
Generic language makes it difficult for the selection committee to understand your actual goals.
Application Timeline
The following timeline is based on the 2026 to 2027 cycle and may change for future applications.
November and December
Applicants researched programmes, contacted HEC where necessary, and prepared documents.
January 15, 2026
Applications closed on both the HEC and Hungarian portals.
January and February
Applications underwent technical review and HEC completed its nomination process.
End of February
HEC submitted its nomination and reserve lists to the Tempus Public Foundation.
March to May
Hungarian universities conducted entrance assessments.
June and July
Applicants received final scholarship decisions.
July and August
Successful candidates completed visa and admission procedures.
September
Selected students travelled to Hungary and began their studies.
Common Application Mistakes
Submitting Only One Application
Completing the Hungarian portal without the HEC portal does not satisfy the Pakistan application route.
Missing the USAT Requirement
A strong academic record does not replace the required HEC test score.
Selecting an Ineligible Programme
Applicants can choose only the fields available to Pakistan under the current agreement.
Choosing Unrelated Programmes
Two unrelated choices may weaken the overall academic direction.
Entering Different Information on Both Portals
Names, qualifications, grades, and programme choices should remain consistent.
Uploading Incomplete Transcripts
All required pages should be uploaded clearly.
Ignoring Language Conditions
A programme may reject an applicant who cannot provide the required language evidence.
Writing a Generic Motivation Letter
The letter should discuss the selected programme and personal academic goals.
Using the Wrong Preference Order
The first choice receives priority during institutional assessment.
Assuming Every Expense Is Covered
The stipend and housing contribution may not cover the full cost of living.
Waiting Until the Final Day
Technical problems or missing documents can prevent successful submission.
Paying an Agent
Applicants should complete the process through official HEC and Stipendium Hungaricum systems.
No private consultant can guarantee nomination or final selection.
Tips to Improve Your Application
Prepare for USAT Early
A higher score can strengthen your HEC nomination prospects.
Select Programmes Carefully
Choose courses that match your academic background and future plans.
Research the University
Mention specific programme features in your motivation letter and interview.
Improve Your English
Even when IELTS is not required, the university may conduct the entrance interview in English.
Practise Subject Questions
Review important concepts from your Intermediate or A Level subjects.
Keep Documents Ready
Prepare your transcript, certificate, passport, language evidence, and translations before the portal becomes busy.
Use Clear Programme Preferences
Place your strongest and most suitable option first.
Prepare for Additional Expenses
Save funds for airfare, visa arrangements, deposits, initial food, transportation, and other early costs.
Monitor Your Email
Hungarian universities contact nominated candidates directly regarding entrance assessments.
Missing an interview email can end the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship?
It is a Hungarian Government scholarship programme for students from partner countries who want to study at participating Hungarian universities.
Can Pakistani students apply?
Yes. Citizens of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir may apply through HEC, subject to the current eligibility criteria.
Is HEC nomination compulsory?
Yes. Applications from Pakistan must receive sending partner nomination from HEC before they can proceed to institutional assessment in Hungary.
Is the scholarship available for Bachelor studies?
Yes. For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, HEC announced 200 Bachelor places in available disciplines.
Is the scholarship fully funded?
It covers tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation support, and medical insurance. Applicants may still need personal funds because the living and housing allowances may not cover all expenses.
How much is the Bachelor stipend?
The current stipend is HUF 43,700 per month for Bachelor scholars.
Is accommodation free?
A free dormitory place may be provided depending on university capacity. Otherwise, the current housing contribution is HUF 40,000 per month.
Does the scholarship cover airfare?
The standard Hungarian scholarship grant does not automatically cover international travel. Applicants should check whether HEC announces any separate travel assistance.
What qualification is required for Bachelor admission?
Applicants need HSSC, Intermediate, A Levels, or an equivalent secondary school qualification.
Can result awaiting students apply?
Yes. Final year students may apply if they provide the required declaration and complete their qualification by the deadline stated in the current call.
What is the minimum age?
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, applicants had to be at least 18 years old by August 31, 2026.
Is there an upper age limit?
HEC did not publish a general upper age limit for the latest application cycle.
Is USAT compulsory?
HEC requires applicants to provide an eligible HAT or USAT score. Bachelor applicants normally use USAT. The minimum score for the latest cycle was 50 percent.
Does a 50 percent USAT score guarantee nomination?
No. It only meets the minimum test requirement. The scholarship remains competitive.
Is IELTS compulsory?
Not for every programme. Each Hungarian university sets its own language requirements.
Can a medium of instruction certificate replace IELTS?
It may be accepted by some programmes. Applicants must confirm the exact requirement of the selected university.
How many programmes can I select?
Applicants can select up to two study programmes in order of preference.
Can I change my choices after the deadline?
No. Programme choices and their preference order cannot normally be changed after the deadline.
Is the application free?
The official HEC and Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship applications do not require applicants to pay an agent.
Do I need admission before applying?
No. University assessment takes place after HEC nomination.
Is there a university interview?
Many universities conduct an interview, test, or another entrance assessment.
What university score is required?
For the 2026 to 2027 cycle, applicants needed at least 56 out of 100 in the institutional assessment to remain eligible for final consideration.
When will the next application open?
The official 2027 to 2028 dates have not yet been announced. Applicants should begin checking official sources during October or November.
When do final results normally come out?
Under the latest calendar, final results were expected around the end of June or beginning of July.
Can I apply for medicine?
Selected one tier medical programmes may be available, depending on the current Pakistan agreement and university capacity. Medical subjects are highly competitive.
Can I apply for engineering?
Engineering programmes may be available. Applicants should check the current study list and recognition requirements.
Can I change my subject after receiving the scholarship?
HEC states that requests to change the subject, discipline, or programme after nomination or final selection are not entertained.
Final Thoughts
The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship offers an important opportunity to complete a Bachelor degree in Hungary with tuition coverage, a monthly stipend, accommodation support, and medical insurance.
For applicants from Pakistan, the HEC nomination route is a compulsory part of the process.
Candidates must complete both the HEC and Hungarian applications, meet the USAT requirement, choose eligible programmes, and pass the university assessment.
The strongest applications usually have:
- A competitive USAT score
- A suitable academic background
- Consistent programme choices
- Clear language evidence
- Complete documents
- A focused motivation letter
- Strong interview preparation
- Realistic financial planning
The official 2027 to 2028 application dates have not yet been released. Students planning to apply should use the preparation period to take the USAT, obtain a passport, research eligible universities, improve English communication, and collect their educational documents.