Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences
About the University
Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) is a state university founded on February 1, 2021, based on Szent István Egyetem. In Slovakia, a cross-border program operates in the city of Komárno, where classes are held in the Danubius multifunctional center and at J. Selye University.
Only one program is offered – the bachelor's degree "Kertészmérnöki" (Horticultural Engineering) in part-time study. Teaching is conducted in Hungarian, partly online via e-learning; the funding duration is 7 semesters.
Studies are free of charge, provided that the student has not exhausted the limit of 12 state-funded semesters at Hungarian universities. The application (prihláška) must be submitted by August 14, 2026, through the MATE online system; coordinator contact: danubius@proselye.org, +421 919 030 551.
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Admission and Deadlines
Updated 21 July 2026- Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE, founded February 1, 2021, based on Szent István University; main campus in Gödöllő, Hungary); a branch (cross-border) program is offered in Komárno, Slovakia.
- In Komárno (Révkomárom), a bachelor's program in "Kertészmérnöki" (Horticultural Engineering) is offered, part-time (levelező), taught in Hungarian.
- Study is free – funded by the Hungarian state (7 semesters); classes take place in the Danubius multifunctional center and at J. Selye University, partly online (e-learning).
- Application deadline for 2026/2027 is August 14, 2026; apply via the MATE online system; coordinator contact: danubius@proselye.org, +421 919 030 551.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the University
Is studying at MATE in Komárno really free?+
Yes, the MATE program in Komárno (“Kertészmérnöki” — horticultural engineering) is funded by the Hungarian state and is free for all 7 semesters. The exception is students who have already used up 12 state-funded semesters in Hungarian higher education.
This is one of the most affordable options in the region, but you should consider the language of instruction (Hungarian) and the part-time format. Clarify details and possible changes to the conditions with the program coordinator before submitting your documents.
In what language and format is the teaching conducted?+
Teaching is in Hungarian, in a part-time (levelező) format. Classes take place at the Danubius multifunctional center in Komárno (Révkomárom) and at the University of János Selye, with some material online via e-learning.
Therefore, the program is primarily suitable for those who are fluent in Hungarian (a significant part of the community in southern Slovakia is Hungarian-speaking) and want to combine study with work. MATE's main campus is located in Gödöllő, Hungary.
What is MATE and when was it founded?+
Magyar Agrár- és Élettudományi Egyetem (MATE) is a Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, established on February 1, 2021, based on the state-owned Szent István Egyetem (founded 2000) as an institution under the care of a foundation.
It is one of the largest universities in Hungary — over 13,000 students on five campuses. In Slovakia, MATE is represented by cross-border programs for the Hungarian-speaking community, particularly in Komárno.
How and by when to submit documents for 2026/2027?+
Applications for the program offered at Komárno are submitted online through the MATE system; the deadline for the 2026/2027 academic year is August 14, 2026. Scans of your high school diploma and certificate of completion are required (PDF); for documents not in Hungarian or English, a certified translation is needed.
For all practical questions (submission, document recognition), contact the local coordinator: danubius@proselye.org or +421 919 030 551. We recommend starting the process early to allow time for translations and diploma recognition.
