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
- 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.
- 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 or the Official Information Portal for Foreigners. 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 in Brno
Brno offers a high quality of life at a relatively affordable cost compared to many other European cities. While prices vary depending on lifestyle and housing preferences, students can generally live comfortably without excessive expenses.
The monthly cost of shared university accommodation typically ranges from approximately €130 to €280 (bed/month), depending on the dormitory and room type. Private accommodation, such as a shared apartment or studio, usually costs around €300–600 per bed per month, depending on location and standard.
A monthly public transportation pass costs approximately €11 for students under 26 (or €27 per 3 months) and €22 for students over 26 (or €54 per 3 months).
A meal in a student canteen costs €4-6.
For an up-to-date and detailed overview of living costs in Brno, we recommend consulting Expatistan or Numbeo, which provide regularly updated comparisons and estimates.
Tuition Fee
The tuition fees for bachelor’s degree programmes are set as follows:
- Business Management and Finance: 120,000 CZK per academic year
- Economics and Public Policy: 100,000 CZK per academic year
Tuition fees are paid for two semesters in advance prior to enrolment in the first semester of studies.
From the third semester onwards, tuition fees are paid on a semester-by-semester basis, in accordance with the faculty’s payment schedule.
April 30: deadline for September intake
June 15: extended deadline for September intake (EU citizens and CZ residents only)
October 31: deadline for February intake