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Budapest Metropolitan University

Budapest Metropolitan University is the largest private university in Hungary, founded in 2000 as the Budapest College of Communication. The university has four campuses and offers programs in communication, business, tourism and arts. International students from over 70 countries can study in English. The opportunity to obtain Hungarian and British degrees in 3.5 years is also available.

Hungary, Budapest
Budapest Metropolitan University is the largest private university in Budapest.
Acceptance rate - 84%
Number of students - 8,000 Number of students - 8,000
International students - 15% International students - 15%
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#23 in Hungary EduRank 2023

Quick Facts

Budapest Metropolitan University is the largest private university in Budapest. Budapest Metropolitan University is the largest private university in Budapest.
Acceptance rate - 84% Acceptance rate - 84%
Number of students - 8,000 Number of students - 8,000
International students - 15% International students - 15%

About University

Budapest Metropolitan University, formerly the Budapest College of Communication, is a large private university in Hungary. The university focuses on providing degree programs in the fields of communication, business, tourism, and the arts. With four campuses and a variety of programs offered entirely in English, Budapest Metropolitan University attracts students from over 70 countries.

Studying at the university allows students to obtain Hungarian and British degrees within 3.5 years, studying exclusively in Budapest. The university actively cooperates with more than 120 educational institutions around the world, providing students with the opportunity to study abroad and receive a scholarship.

In addition, the university attracts renowned academics and business professionals to deliver lectures, enriching the educational experience of students. Much emphasis is placed on practical learning, providing students with the opportunity to intern in multinational companies and participate in various trainings.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Faculty of Business

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Communications

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Arts

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Tourism

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 29 Jun, 2025
Closed

Spring 2025

Spring 2025

Deadline: 29 Nov, 2024
Open

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 29 Jun, 2026
Closed

Spring 2026

Spring 2026

Deadline: 29 Nov, 2025

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

3.0

English Language Level

IELTS

5.5

TOEFL iBT

69

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Budapest Metropolitan University

1

Selecting a training program

Go to the DreamApply website and select the program you want to apply to. You can browse programs by faculty or by major. https://apply.metropolitan.hu/

2

Checking entry requirements

Before applying, please make sure you meet the program's entry requirements.

3

Create an account

To apply online, you need to create an account on the DreamApply website. On the homepage, click the "Sign In / Register" button to get started. https://apply.metropolitan.hu/

4

Payment of the registration fee

Pay a registration fee of 100 euros.

5

Filling out the application form

Once you have created your account, you can proceed to fill out the online form. The form requires you to provide personal information, academic qualifications, and other necessary information.

6

Uploading supporting documents

You will also need to upload supporting documents such as academic transcript, language proficiency certificate and motivation letter.

7

Submitting an application

After completing the form and uploading all the required documents, you can submit your application online.

8

Receiving an invitation to an entrance test or interview

After reviewing applications, the university may invite candidates to an entrance test or interview. In the case of an entrance test, this may involve writing an essay, solving problems, or completing other test tasks depending on the chosen program. The interview, in turn, provides the university administration with an opportunity to personally assess the student's motivation, academic and professional goals, and critical thinking ability.

9

Payment of the entrance fee

After successfully passing the interview and tests, you can complete the application process by paying an application fee of 100 euros.

10

Obtaining a visa

To obtain a visa to Hungary, applicants must personally submit documents for a category "D" visa to the Visa Application Centres in Almaty and Astana, as third party representation is not allowed. All applicants aged 6 years and above must provide fingerprints. The consular fee is 110 euros and an additional 40 euros for servicing all applicants.

11

Preparing for departure

Preparing for departure includes booking tickets and accommodation, medical preparation, collecting necessary documents, financial preparation, packing luggage, learning local rules and customs, and familiarizing yourself with transportation.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$8,524/year
Includes academic materials
Accommodation (per year)
$5,000/year
Transport (per year)
$100/year
Nutrition (per year)
$1,000/year
Entertainment (per year)
$350/year
Scholarships
• METU Academic Scholarship

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Rottenbiller Street Art Campus

World-class facility

• Lajos Nagy Kiraly Street Campus

World-class facility

• Roza Street Art Campus

World-class facility

• Egress Street Campus

World-class facility