The Szőkefalvi-Nagy Béla Medal for 2025 was presented at the Bolyai Institute of the University of Szeged. This year’s recipient, Hong Kong-born American mathematician Chi-Kwong Li, is a professor at The College of William & Mary and is internationally recognized as one of the leading figures in linear algebra. Following the award ceremony, Professor Li delivered a lecture addressing the Smith–Ward problem in the context of matrix ranges and dilations. In the coming years, he is expected to return regularly to SZTE’s Bolyai Institute as a Fulbright Scholar, contributing to both research and teaching.
The University of Szeged has been awarded the title of Charitable University of the Year in recognition of its wide-ranging social responsibility efforts. The distinction reflects a broad spectrum of initiatives, including the Bálint Sándor Wellbeing Program launched in 2025, more than ten active charitable partnerships, volunteer activities in healthcare, education, and mentoring, as well as research addressing urgent social challenges. Established by the Ministry of Culture and Innovation, the award was presented at a gala ceremony held on March 30, 2026, at the Royal Palace of Gödöllő.
2025. December 19.
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The University of Szeged is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its international self-financed study programs for the 2026–2027 academic year. Applications for a number of programs starting in Fall 2026 have been open since December 2025, while application periods for additional programs will begin in January 2026.
The world’s first glass Szilassi polyhedron was unveiled on March 26, 2026, in front of the József Attila Study and Information Center at the University of Szeged. The sculpture honors the groundbreaking mathematical discovery of Lajos Szilassi at his alma mater.
The University of Szeged hosted its first large-scale Business Fest at the József Attila Study and Information Center, bringing key and timely business topics into focus. Alongside prominent business leaders and company owners from the city and the region, several SZTE speakers shared their expertise through presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops.
2026 Online Open Day for International Students
On March 11–12, 2026, the University of Szeged hosted its international high school counselors’ event, welcoming guidance counselors from several countries. Participants gained insight into the University’s foreign-language degree programs, as well as the academic, cultural, and student-life opportunities available in Szeged. The program was designed to help counselors provide prospective international students with accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information about studying at SZTE.
A major international research program led by the University of Szeged is set to develop breakthrough approaches for treatment-resistant psoriasis. Known as IMPRESS, the initiative focuses on patients who continue to experience persistent skin symptoms despite the use of today’s most advanced therapies – often facing a lasting decline in quality of life as a result. Supported by nearly HUF 400 million through the HU-RIZONT program of Hungary’s National Research, Development and Innovation Office, the project will run from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2029.
Healthcare innovation is moving so rapidly that it could fundamentally reshape patient care in the coming years, University of Szeged Rector Prof. Dr. László Rovó said in an interview with the financial magazine Pénzcentrum. The otolaryngologist highlighted major technological advances in Hungary and worldwide, and outlined how these breakthroughs could soon find their way into everyday medical practice.
Researchers at the University of Szeged are using camera-based monitoring technologies to train artificial intelligence systems to identify early signs of plant stress, as part of a project exploring plant resilience. At SZTE’s 13th Innovation Day, Dr. Melinda Tar, senior research fellow at the Institute of Plant Sciences and Environmental Protection at the Faculty of Agriculture, and her research team received Proof of Concept funding for their innovative project.
2025. January 15.
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Discover the benefits of living and learning in the City of Sunshine!
Szeged, Hungary’s third-largest city, is increasingly popular among international students. Situated near the converging borders of Hungary, Romania, and Serbia, it is often called the “City of Sunshine” and widely regarded as one of the most attractive places to study.
