John Wesley Theological College
Budapest, Hungary
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
- 150
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 1987
Overview
John Wesley Theological College is a private higher education institution established in 1987 in Budapest, Hungary. It is maintained by the Hungarian Evangelical Fellowship and is recognized for its liberal and inclusive approach to education, which does not require religious alignment from its students or faculty. The college is a significant provider of social work education in Hungary and also offers programs in theology and environmental studies. Located in the 8th district of Budapest, the college fosters a community-focused environment that emphasizes academic excellence and social contribution. It provides various support services for international students, including mentoring and housing. The institution is actively involved in research and maintains a commitment to the values of its namesake, John Wesley.
Fields of study
- Theology
- Social Work
- Environmental Science
- Education Science
- Religious Education
Accreditation: Hungarian Ministry of Education
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- [email protected]
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€1,000 – €3,000 / semester
From about $2,160 / year
Domestic students
€1,000 – €3,000 / semester
Tuition fees per semester (international students): Preparatory programme EUR 2000; Social Work BA EUR 2500; Education Science BA EUR 2500–3000; Environmental Science BSc EUR 2500; Theology MA EUR 1000. Application fee EUR 150 (non-refundable).
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Science BSc (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | 3 years | €2,500 / semester | Jul 1, 2026 | September 2026 |
| Pedagogy BA (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | 3 years | €2,500 / semester | Jul 1, 2026 | September 2026 |
| Preparatory course for bachelor's degree studies in Hungarian (opens in a new tab)On Campus | — | 1 year | €2,000 / semester | Jul 1, 2026 | September 2026 |
| Social Work BA (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | 42 months | €2,500 / semester | Jul 1, 2026 | September 2026 |
| Teacher of Religious Education MA (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | 5 years | €1,000 / semester | Varies | — |
| Theology MA (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | 5 years | €1,000 / semester | Jul 1, 2026 | September 2026 |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
