MCC International Winter School 2026

2026 MCC Winter School for International Students

Hungarian Horizons: The Magyar Model in Practice

Hosted by the Center for European Studies (CES) at Mathias Corvinus Collegium Alapítvány

Are you ready to spend a week at the crossroads of history, culture, and innovation? The Center for European Studies (CES) at Mathias Corvinus Collegium Alapítvány (MCC) invites international students aged 20-35 to join a 7-day winter program in Budapest, Hungary – a journey that goes far beyond the classroom.

What Awaits You in Hungary

Discover a nation that proudly bridges East and West. Over the course of a week, you’ll explore Hungary’s dynamic political, cultural, and economic landscape through lectures, debates, and hands-on experiences – all conducted in English.

You’ll engage directly with leading Hungarian academics and MCC professors as you delve into:

Hungary’s political heritage, traditional values, and growth model
Relations with the EU and recent political developments
The country’s history, media landscape, and cultural policy
Topical debates on education, family, gender, and anti-woke policies
Hungary’s geopolitical role and strategies for navigating institutions

Experience Hungary Beyond the Classroom

Your learning will come to life through guided visits to the institutions shaping Hungary’s voice in Europe, including:

The Hungarian Parliament Building
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Culture and Innovation

… and many more!

You’ll also gain insight into Hungary’s industrial and cultural landscape through an exclusive factory visit and interactive cultural programs.

A Journey Through Central and Eastern Europe

The program extends beyond Budapest with a trip to Vienna, Austria, where participants will engage in regional discussions at Modul University Vienna, and a visit to the MCC Regional Center in Győr, showcasing how MCC’s influence reaches beyond the capital.

Participation Details

Program Fee: €740 per participant (Covers accommodation, in-city transport, breakfast at Dean’s Home Budapest, lunch at MCC’s Scruton Café, entry fees, extra activities organized by MCC, and speaker sessions)
Travel to/from Budapest and other costs related to the travel to and tay in Hungary (not listed in this call): Participants’ own responsibility

Accommodation

You’ll stay at Dean’s Home Budapest (Tűzoltó u. 50-56, 1094 Budapest), a modern residence featuring:

Twin rooms with en suite bathrooms and kitchenettes
24-hour gym, study rooms, laundry, equipped kitchen, and a game room

Meals

Breakfast: Included daily at the ground-floor café of Dean’s Home Budapest
Lunch: Provided at MCC’s Scruton Café (please notify us of any allergies or dietary restrictions)
Dinner: Individual choice – explore Budapest’s vibrant culinary scene!

Transportation

Each participant receives a 15-day BKK public transport pass (covering metros, buses, and trams).
Group travel to Vienna, Austria and Győr will be arranged by the organizers via private bus.

Why Apply?

This is more than a winter school – it’s an invitation to discover the heart and soul of Hungary. Experience a nation proud of its heritage, dynamic in its present, and confident in its future. Join us this winter in Budapest – where history meets innovation, and ideas meet action.

Duration: February 08th, 2026 to February 15th, 2026 (7 days)
Location: Budapest, Hungary (with visits to Vienna, Austria and Győr)
Language: English
Participants: 30 international students (aged 20–35)

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