LEAF Academy vs QSI International School of Bratislava
LEAF Academy and QSI International School of Bratislava are both in Bratislava, about 20 km apart. Both schools offer American, Advanced Placement (AP) and Bespoke programmes, and QSI International School of Bratislava also offers IB. Published annual fees are €24,900 at LEAF Academy and €12,400 - 28,000 at QSI International School of Bratislava, which puts LEAF Academy roughly 23% higher. LEAF Academy takes pupils from 14 to 18, and QSI International School of Bratislava from 2 to 18. QSI International School of Bratislava is the larger school, with around 230 pupils to LEAF Academy's 130. Typical class sizes are 12 at LEAF Academy and 18 at QSI International School of Bratislava.
American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils
Pupils
130
Pupils
230
Typical class size
Typical class size
12
Typical class size
18
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2016
Opened
1994
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
LEAF Academy is located in Bratislava, Slovakia, in the center of the city on Fraňa Kráľa street (Fraňa Kráľa 6). The dormitory is in the Astra Hotel on Prievozská street, about 15 minutes by bus from the school.
Location
Záhradnícka 1006/2, Šamorín 93101, Slovakia
Stages
Stages
LEAF Academy offers a 4-year high school program (Year 1–Year 4, Grades 9–12) and a 2-year program (Year 3–Year 4, Grades 11–12). Entry points are Year 1 (Grade 9) or Year 3 (Grade 11).
Boarding school (co-educational international high school) with on-site residential life.
School type
International school within the Quality Schools International (QSI) network
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
221 students preschool through Secondary IV; 29 nationalities represented; Class of 2026: 25 students representing 10 nationalities
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
Intensive English program for students needing English language support; Special Needs are considered on a case-by-case basis; QSI Bratislava does not have a dedicated school-based learning support department
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Slovakia
Country affiliation
Affiliated with the United States Department of State's Office of Overseas Schools
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
School day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:40 p.m.; Enrichment/activities run from 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Bus service details
Bus service details
Boarding includes a public transportation pass for Bratislava; commuting between the residence (Astra Hotel) and the campus by bus is common (approximately 15 minutes).
Bus service details
Bus service from 10+ locations in and around Bratislava; Return buses after dismissal and after activities; Optional door-to-door service; Public bus service available with 2–4 options per hour to Bratislava city center
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application / Registration fees
- Registration (application) fee: EUR 100 (one-time). - A deposit payment is used in the admissions process; deposits and other pre-enrolment payments are processed online (Stripe). The exact deposit amount is specified in the student agreement.
Annual tuition (by student type) and applicability to year groups
- Boarding students (annual): EUR 24,900. This boarding rate applies to students on the school's residential programme and covers accommodation and related boarding services in addition to tuition. - Day students (annual): EUR 18,900. This day‑student rate applies across the Academy's year groups (including the 2‑year and 4‑year programmes).
Per‑term / per‑installment breakdown (calculated from the published annual fees)
- The school publishes a single annual tuition per student type rather than a public per‑term schedule. To help with standard budgeting, common instalment examples are shown below as straightforward arithmetic divisions of the published annual fee (these are illustrative calculations; the enrolment agreement/invoice sets the official billing schedule): - If billed in two equal instalments (semester model): - Boarding: EUR 12,450 per semester (EUR 24,900 ÷ 2). - Day: EUR 9,450 per semester (EUR 18,900 ÷ 2). - If billed in three equal instalments (three‑term model): - Boarding: EUR 8,300 per term (EUR 24,900 ÷ 3). - Day: EUR 6,300 per term (EUR 18,900 ÷ 3).
What the annual tuition covers and boarding specifics
- Day programme tuition includes: tuition and academic fees, lunch and snacks, books and learning materials, trips and experiential activities, clubs, access to gym and sports facilities, additional English language lessons, wellbeing counselling/workshops, externally assessed AP exams in Years 3 and 4, university/career counselling in Years 3 and 4, and Wi‑Fi access across the campus. - Boarding programme additions included in the annual boarding fee: accommodation in twin rooms with en‑suite bathrooms, laundry service and detergents, buffet‑style meals (breakfast and dinner, including weekends), evening and weekend activities, and a public transportation pass for Bratislava.
Other costs and fees
- Health insurance and visa costs: Health insurance and visa support are not included in the published annual tuition and are listed as additional costs for international students. International students may incur visa application fees, mandatory health insurance premiums, and related International Office support/service charges. - Registration / application: EUR 100 (one‑time). - Examination and external assessment charges: Externally assessed AP exams for Years 3 and 4 are referenced as included in the day programme package; any additional external exam fees or late registration charges (if they apply) are handled according to assessment provider rules. - Uniforms and dedicated uniform fees: No separate uniform charge or compulsory uniform fee is listed among the published inclusions for the day or boarding tuition. (No separate uniform cost is published in the Academy's public fee information.) - Miscellaneous and optional costs: airport transfers (where listed as included for certain packages), programme‑specific trips, personal expenses, optional extra‑curricular charges not listed among standard inclusions, and any third‑party charges (for example, private medical services or optional extra travel) would be additional to the annual tuition.
Scholarships, tuition reductions and financial aid
- The Academy offers limited tuition reductions: partial tuition reductions of 40% or 60% are available to a limited number of admitted students on merit and assessed household need. Additional one‑year merit scholarships or support may be available in exceptional cases. Eligibility is assessed during admission and requires household financial information.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The Academy issues invoices and requires payment according to the enrollment agreement and invoice terms. A deposit and/or pre‑payment process is used for international payments; deposits are taken through the Academy's online payment facility (Stripe). Exact invoice due dates, instalment options, late‑payment penalties, and any payment deadlines are specified in the student agreement and the school's Terms and Conditions / enrolment paperwork.
Payment methods and processing
- Online card payments (credit/debit) are processed via Stripe for deposits and online payments. The Academy uses Stripe for payment processing; parents may also receive invoices and payment instructions as part of the enrolment agreement. Arrangement of any alternative payment channels (for example, bank transfer or invoiced bank payment) is made through the school's invoicing and admissions process.
Refunds and withdrawal
- Refunds, withdrawal notice periods, cancellations, and any associated charges are governed by the Academy's Terms and Conditions and the Withdrawal Form included in the school's enrolment documentation and payment agreement. The enrolment agreement and the provided Terms and Conditions / Withdrawal Form establish the specific refund deadlines, proportions (if any) refundable on withdrawal, and administrative conditions.
Summary (concise)
- Annual tuition (boarding): EUR 24,900; annual tuition (day): EUR 18,900. Registration fee EUR 100 (one‑time). Boarding benefits and a long list of academic and pastoral services are included in the relevant annual fee; health insurance, visa costs and certain third‑party charges are additional. Deposits and online payments are processed via Stripe; the enrollment agreement and invoice set the official billing schedule, instalment options and detailed refund/withdrawal terms.
- Capital Fund Fee (ages 5–18): EUR 1,500 one-time. This fee is presented as split across terms: EUR 600 (Term 1), EUR 450 (Term 2), EUR 450 (Term 3). - Capital Fund Fee (ages 2½–4): EUR 0 for these classes. - Late-enrolment fee (ages 2½–4): EUR 750. - Late-enrolment fee (ages 5–18): EUR 2,650. - Discount (where applicable, ages 5–18): EUR 760–950 (see tuition contract for eligibility and application).
Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown per term and per academic year)
- Preschool (ages 2½–4) — Half day: - Term 1: EUR 3,300. - Term 2: EUR 2,800. - Term 3: EUR 2,800. - Whole year: EUR 8,900.
- Preschool (ages 2½–4) — Full day: - Term 1: EUR 4,300. - Term 2: EUR 3,300. - Term 3: EUR 3,300. - Whole year: EUR 10,900.
- Elementary / Middle / Secondary (ages 5–18): - Tuition (term amounts): Term 1 tuition EUR 10,500; Term 2 tuition EUR 8,000; Term 3 tuition EUR 8,000. - Capital Fund Fee added (split): Term 1 EUR 600; Term 2 EUR 450; Term 3 EUR 450. - Total per term including capital fund: Term 1 EUR 11,100; Term 2 EUR 8,450; Term 3 EUR 8,450. - Whole-year total including capital fund: EUR 28,000 (tuition-only whole-year figure shown as EUR 26,500; capital fund total EUR 1,500 yields the EUR 28,000 total).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is billed by three terms (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3); published term amounts are shown above and the whole-year totals are provided. A tuition contract is issued to finalise registration and payment arrangements at acceptance. The one-time registration fee is required to hold a place. - Late-enrolment fees apply as stated above when students enrol after standard registration dates. Capital Fund Fee may be collected over the term payments as shown (EUR 600 / 450 / 450).
Boarding fees
- Boarding: Not applicable. QSI Bratislava operates as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and optional fees
- Items listed as optional and charged in addition to tuition: lunch; transportation / busing program; overnight trips (Week Without Walls, ski trips); summer camp; extended/after-school activities for elementary students (gymnastics, golf, ceramics, swimming); middle school & secondary athletic wear (optional). Additional optional field trips, exams, or program-specific charges may apply and are charged separately.
Refund information and withdrawal
- The registration fee is one-time and non-refundable. To effect a student withdrawal the school requires submission of its Withdrawal Form; tuition-contract terms (as issued by the Business Office at registration) set contractual obligations related to withdrawal and any applicable refunds or charges.
Fee payment options and bank details
- Payment option provided: bank transfer. Bank details for payments are: - Beneficiary: Súkromná spojená škola Quality Schools - Bank: Slovenská sporiteľňa, a. s. - Bank Address: Tomášikova 48, 832 37 Bratislava, Slovakia - Bank Code: 0900 - SWIFT / BIC: GIBASKBX - IBAN: SK4809000000005167515447 - Payment instruction: include the student's first and last name in the payment information.
- No alternative payment methods (for example, a school-posted credit-card payment option) are listed on the Business Office page; parents should follow the payment instructions on the tuition contract and Business Office communications.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
Residential life is organized in three halls: one girls' hall, one boys' hall and one mixed hall. Students live in two-bed rooms and share a common bathroom and corridor with two other students. The dormitory is located on the 6th and 7th floors of the Astra Hotel in Bratislava, about 15 minutes by bus from the school. A nurse is available 24 hours a day and a dormitory supervisor is on call.
Boarding arrangements
No boarding; the school is an independent, coeducational day school. A paid shuttle bus service to/from the campus is available from different locations in and around Bratislava.
Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
Day program includes meals (lunch, fruit and snacks). Boarding program includes buffet-style meals (breakfast and dinner, including weekends).
Food options
Lunch program and information are offered. Lunch plans have options for ECC/Elementary (3–10 years) and for Middle School/Secondary (11–18 years); participation is optional. Orders must be placed by 8:30 a.m. and paid in cash. There is a Korean lunch option with a separate sign-up form, and a Lunch Menu is available.
House system
House system
There are three residential halls: one girls' hall, one boys' hall and one mixed hall.
House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
LEAF Academy is governed by the Board of Governors under the LEAF Academy Statutes 2024. The Governors are volunteers whose combined experience provide effective oversight and they meet three times a year.
Governance and ownership
The School is governed by the Board of Directors and Bylaws of Quality Schools International, a consortium of over 37 schools in Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East. An Advisory Board, composed of 6 to 10 members who reside in Bratislava, assists the school in its operation. The school operates with the approval of the Slovak Ministry of Education.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
LEAF Academy offers a 4-year and a 2-year high school program. An American-style curriculum intertwines rigorous academic preparation with the intentional development of leadership, entrepreneurship, strong moral values and self-awareness through programs of Entrepreneurial Leadership, STEM, Central European Studies and Character Development. Entry points are Year 1 Grade 9 or Year 3 Grade 11. The 4-year program spends the first two years on an internally developed curriculum; Year 3 and Year 4 include university-level Advanced Placement courses. LEAF Academy is approved by The College Board to offer the AP Capstone Diploma program. AP courses offered include AP 2-D Art and Design; AP Art History; AP Biology every other year; AP Calculus AB/BC; AP Chemistry every other year; AP Comparative Government and Politics; AP Computer Science A; AP Computer Science Principles; AP English Language and Composition; AP English Language and Literature; AP Environmental Science every other year; AP European History; AP French Language and Culture; AP German Language and Culture; AP Human Geography; AP Microeconomics; AP Macroeconomics; AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism; AP Physics: Mechanics; AP Psychology; AP Research; AP Seminar; AP Statistics. AP Capstone Diploma program is included.
Curriculum details
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
After graduating, LEAF Academy graduates become part of a large, diverse network of LEAF programs alumni. Careers and University Guidance Counselors help students evaluate options, plan, prepare, and embark on their journey after LEAF Academy. The LALA Guidance program focuses on identifying students interests, talents, skills, and work preferences, and guides them through career planning; providing information on careers, internships, GAP Year, AP course choices, admissions testing and scholarship opportunities; assisting students with the search for higher education options worldwide and supporting university planning and applications through the Start platform, which aligns with Gatsby Benchmarks.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school has a Character Development program that builds self-awareness, leadership, and values. The program includes a Character Seminar to explore personal strengths, motivations, and ethical perspectives. An Advisory Program assigns each student to an Advisory Family with a staffulty member who provides ongoing guidance and serves as a link to parents. Self-Discovery Seminar offers a safe space to reflect on well-being, life-skills, and relationships. Seminal Readings gathers the community to examine important issues through literature and film, fostering discussion and reflection. Advisory, residential staff, and teachers work together to support students' academic and personal growth.
Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
All classes are taught in English. Additional languages can be pursued through elective language courses. The curriculum includes a National Language and Slovak as Foreign Language. Slovak as Foreign Language is offered as part of the program. Content in Central European Studies is taught in English, with some content available in students' native language; students may pursue learning additional languages if they wish.
English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Character Development emphasises well-being as part of leadership development. Self-Discovery Seminar provides a safe space to reflect on well-being, psychology, and life-skills. The Advisory Program assigns an Advisory Family to support student welfare and to provide a consistent point of contact with parents. Self-discovery and reflection are integrated into the four-year program through guided activities and discussions. The overall approach connects personal growth with academic and extracurricular pursuits to support resilient, values-driven leadership.
Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
Safety is the first priority of LEAF Academy. A dormitory advisor and a dormitory parent guide students in daily life away from home. Students stay in constant contact with teachers, residential staff, and coaches to build positive and healthy relationships. A nurse is available 24 hours a day, and a senior administrator is on-call 24 hours a day for crisis situations. The academic building has strict access controls, and residential life provides ongoing supervision to ensure a safe living and learning environment.
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
LEAF Academy is an international boarding high school in Bratislava, Slovakia, with the academic building located at Fraňa Kráľa 6 in the city center. The historic academic building is more than 100 years old and features brightly lit classrooms, indoor lounges, and an outdoor terrace that leads to a small garden. It houses about 70 students in addition to staff and is equipped with wifi, wall-mounted writing spaces, projectors, Chromecast, printers, and a library. The on-site residential building operates in the Astra Hotel on Prievozská street, with one girls' hall, one boys' hall and one mixed hall; each hall has a kitchen, a study room, a common room and a laundry room. Students live in two-bed rooms with shared bathrooms, and there is a large conference room plus a 24-hour nurse on site; the dorm is about 15 minutes by bus from the school, and access is safeguarded by safety measures.
Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
The day program includes access to the gym and sports facilities. Boarding students also have access to sports facilities as part of their accommodation package. Co-curricular offerings include sport-oriented clubs such as Yoga and Climbing Club, which supplement formal physical activity. Activities occur during regularly scheduled activity periods in the afternoon, after classes, and on weekends, on campus or off campus.
Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
The academic building is located at Fraňa Kráľa 6 in Bratislava, in a historical building with more than 100 years of history. Brightly lit classrooms, indoor lounges, and an outdoor terrace lead to a small garden, and the building includes a library. It is equipped with wifi, wall-mounted writing spaces, projectors, Chromecast, printers, and a library. The campus is designed to meet hygiene and safety requirements for a conducive learning environment and it houses about 70 students in addition to staff.
Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
A broad spectrum of clubs and activities is offered, including Photography Club, LEAF MUN Club, Tearoom, Slovak Spectator Club, SE Club, Yearbook Club, PR Content Creators Club, Graphic Design Club, Climbing Club, Cooking Club, Theatre & Drama Club, Digital Club, Debate Club, Yoga, LA Galaxy, Chess Club, Music Club, and Mushroom Hunting. Clubs are student-driven and registration occurs at the start of each term; activities run during the afternoon, after classes, and on weekends, both on and off campus, with supervision from staff and external experts.
Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
LEAF Academy opened its doors in September 2016. The academic building is at Fraňa Kráľa 6 in Bratislava, and the residential life is housed in the Astra Hotel on Prievozská. The academic building is a historic structure with more than 100 years of history, and the campus includes a nurse on call and residential staff to support students. LEAF Academy is NEASC-accredited and operates in Slovakia with the consent of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava and is recognized by the Slovak Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Sport. It is part of LEAF Organization.
History
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Community
Community
LEAF Academy supports a diverse residential and day-student community with after-school activities, clubs, sports, and weekend or offsite programs. Living and learning together with students from diverse backgrounds and cultures creates opportunities to grow, with residential and non-residential staff guiding students. The residence provides a nurse on call 24 hours a day and a dormitory parent to ensure safety and well-being. The campus hosts events such as Halloween parties, karaoke, and movie or game nights, and emphasizes social and cultural engagement.
Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
LEAF Academy offers both a 4-year and a 2-year high school program. The curriculum interweaves rigorous academics with leadership, entrepreneurship, and character development through programs such as Entrepreneurial Leadership, Central European Studies, and STEM. AP courses are offered across many subjects, and the school is approved by The College Board to offer the AP Capstone Diploma. In Years 3 and 4, students take AP exams and receive university- and career counseling. All classes are taught in English.
Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
LEAF Academy provides a broad spectrum of co-curricular arts and creative activities. Clubs include Photography Club, LEAF MUN Club, Tearoom, Slovak Spectator Club, SE Club, Yearbook Club, PR Content Creators Club, Graphic Design Club, Climbing Club, Cooking Club, Theatre & Drama Club, Digital Club, Debate Club, Yoga, Chess Club, Music Club, and Mushroom Hunting. Activities are student-driven and organized with staff oversight. Participation occurs during afternoons, evenings, and weekends, on- and off-campus.
Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
All classes are taught in English. Additional courses in current affairs and literature are offered in students' native tongue, and students can pursue learning additional languages if they wish. The curriculum includes a National Language and Slovak as Foreign Language, ensuring language development alongside English.
Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
A wide range of clubs and activities outside academics is offered, including Photography Club, MUN Club, Tearoom, Slovak Spectator Club, SE Club, Yearbook Club, PR Content Creators Club, Graphic Design Club, Climbing Club, Cooking Club, Theatre & Drama Club, Digital Club, Debate Club, Yoga, Chess Club, Music Club, and Mushroom Hunting. Club activities occur during afternoon, evening, and weekend blocks, both on and off campus, and are student-driven with faculty supervision.
Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
Co-curricular activities include volunteering possibilities during the week and on weekends, as well as community-driven events and service opportunities. Students can engage in clubs and activities that connect to public service and social impact as part of the LEAF community.
Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
Entrepreneurial Leadership (EL) is a flagship program that develops entrepreneurship, leadership, design thinking, and collaboration through real-world projects. The Character Development program and an Advisory Program build self-awareness, values, and leadership skills, with structured mentorship and a home-like advisory family. Seminal Readings and a commitment to clear communication, ethics, excellence, and civic engagement underpin LEAF's leadership-oriented approach. The curriculum also includes university-level AP courses and an AP Capstone Diploma pathway, with university and career counseling available in Years 3 and 4.
Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Wellbeing counseling and workshops are available to support student health and resilience. Boarding provides accommodation (double rooms in suites with private bathrooms) and five meals a day, plus laundry service and evening/weekend activities, with a public transportation pass for Bratislava. Day students have access to meals, clubs, and activities, as well as the school gym and sports facilities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
National Language is part of the program, and Slovak is taught as a Foreign Language. Slovak as Foreign Language is included in both the 4-year and 2-year programs. Elective language courses are offered. AP courses offered include AP English Language and Composition, AP English Language and Literature, AP French Language and Culture, and AP German Language and Culture.
Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit the online application for the 4-year or 2-year program. The Academy offers day study and boarding options for both programs. The assessment content and selection criteria are the same for both funding paths, and admissions decisions are made on merit. The standard application deadline is closed, capacity is limited, and an additional application window opened in the second half of March 2026 for international applicants.
2. Study readiness and English language test. Within days of submitting the application you receive an email with possible testing dates. Both tests are taken on a single date during a proctored online assessment.
3. Personality questionnaire. You receive an email with instructions and you will fill out a personality questionnaire, which will be revisited during the interview.
4. Scholarship. If you wish to apply for a scholarship, you will be asked to fill out a form which will be taken into consideration when offering scholarships. Scholarships are donor-funded, with a 40% or 60% tuition reduction available to about half of the top applicants. Slovak citizenship is a requirement for eligibility, and the process may include information about household income to assess need.
5. Review of results and interview invitation. Your test results are reviewed; you either will be rejected or you will be invited for an interview with a member of the admissions team.
6. Results and scholarship discussion. You will receive the final results; if offered a place, options for scholarship are discussed.
7. Enrollment and preparation. Congratulations, start getting ready for your next school year at LEAF Academy; onboarding includes next steps for enrollment and housing if applicable.
International admissions notes: Applications and selection are open from November to June, with a requirement to demonstrate financial means for visa purposes for non-Schengen students; two funding paths exist but the assessment and criteria remain the same and all decisions are merit-based.
Admissions
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Scholarships
Scholarships
LEAF Academy bases admission on merit and applies tuition to all students. A limited reduction in tuition is available, with a 40% or 60% reduction offered to approximately half of the top applicants.
Additional merit-based scholarships or other forms of support may be awarded to outstanding accepted students who cannot afford the reduced tuition. This aid is granted for one academic year at a time and is not guaranteed; continuation depends on the student's overall academic performance.
Scholarships are donor-funded, and information on household income and expenses is requested to assess eligibility. Scholarships are available only to Slovak citizens.