Tuition €990,000 990 000 HUF/semester 1 980 000 HUF/year cca. 2 500 EUR/semester* cca. 5 000 EUR/year
Next deadline June 25, 2027 For the September 2027 Intake (or Autumn Semester 2027) intake.

About this program

What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.

About the programme

Understand the Why. Decode the Data. Influence the Future.

The goal of the programme is to train professionals who are familiar with fundamental economic concepts and relationships, capable of structured, model-based, critical thinking, proficient in using a wide range of data analysis tools, and possess basic knowledge of the social sciences. This combination of these knowledge and skills opens the doors to numerous Master’s programmes for our graduates, allowing them to specialize in the direction that interests them most. As a result, when entering the job market, they can not only find a profitable career but one that truly suits them.

Why is it worth choosing this program?
  • Economics is a very exciting field, and the feeling of being able to understand more and more aspects of the economic environment around us is captivating.
  • The programme has a small student body, allowing for much closer relationships to develop, whether between students or between students and faculty.
  • Students continuously apply the knowledge they acquire, both within courses through shorter individual or group assignments, and across courses, too, thereby gaining significant experience in applying what they have learned and in problem-solving.
  • Solid preparation for competitive international Master’s programmes and prestigious careers.
  • We place great emphasis on teaching students to present the results of their analyses both in writing and orally – developing soft skills that are highly valued in the job market.
  • We treat mathematics as a tool, not something taught for its own beauty. Mathematics helps formalize economic problems and deepen understanding of data analysis tools. 
    Career Opportunities
  • Most of our students go on to further studies, and since the Applied Economics bachelor's programme is an excellent gateway to many master's programmes, career opportunities are also diverse. Many of our former students have found positions as analysts at large corporations, banks, insurance companies, consulting firms, and public policy research institutions - such as macroeconomic analyst, market analyst, actuary, financial analyst, and more. Others hold decision-preparation or decision-making roles in economic policy-making institutions. Some have even pursued careers in journalism, real estate expertise, statistics, or academia.
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  • International MBA students

Program overview

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Program length

6 semesters (3 years)

How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.

Qualification level

Bachelor

The academic level you will earn, such as Bachelor, Master, or PhD.

Language requirement

English

This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.

Eligibility & requirements

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Entrance / admission test

Not required

No separate entrance test is listed for this program. The university may still review your academic profile and documents.

Admission intakes & deadlines

Application dates and milestones for each intake period. Deadlines may vary by applicant category.

September 2027 Intake (or Autumn Semester 2027)

Classes start September 2027

Open for applications
  1. Application Portal Opens International

    Online application platform opens for Bachelor's degree admissions for the next academic year.

  2. Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Deadline International

    Deadline for applicants seeking full tuition waivers and monthly stipends via the Hungarian Government scholarship.

  3. International (Non-EU) Application Deadline International

    Final application and fee payment deadline for self-funded international students requiring a D-type visa to study in Hungary.

  4. Written Mathematics Entrance Exam International

    Deadline to complete the Corvinus written Math exam or submit proof of exam exemption (e.g., SAT/ACT or AP math credits)

  5. EU / EEA Application Deadline EU

    Final application deadline for EU/EEA citizens and candidates who do not require a student visa for Hungary.

  6. Program Start Date International

    Official start of the Autumn semester lectures for the BSc in Applied Economics cohort in Budapest.

Full-time 3-year (6 semesters / 180 ECTS) Bachelor of Science degree taught 100% in English in Budapest, Hungary. Tuition fee is €3,300 per semester for Non-EEA/International students (€6,600/year). Requires a high school diploma, English language proficiency (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 65 / Duolingo 100 or equivalent), and passing the Corvinus Mathematics entrance examination (or qualifying for an exam exemption).

About the university

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Corvinus University of Budapest is a private research university in Budapest, Hungary. The university currently has an enrolment of approximately 9,600 students, with a primary focus on business administration, economics, and social sciences, operating in