History
The history of the Silesian University in Opava (Slezská univerzita v Opavě) is actually quite short. It was established by a law passed by the Czech National Council on July 9, 1991. However, for more than one hundred years, Opava‘s cultural representatives had proposed the creation of an institution of the university type, applying in 1870, 1945 and 1968.
Education
The Silesian University in Opava has three faculties – the Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava, the School of Business Administration in Karvina, the Faculty of Public Policies in Opava – and the Institute of Mathematics in Opava.
Silesian University in Opava Key Statistics & Highlights
- 58 Scholarships
- 1,792 Students
- 156 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
Silesian University in Opava Overview
Silesian University in Opava Scholarships
Silesian University in Opava Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Silesian University in Opava. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2026
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Scholarships For Study In English Programmes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Silesian University in Opava Student Reviews & Awards
3.5
Based on 2 reviews
- 5 Star 0 Reviews
- 4 Star 1 Review
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
Best university in karvina
Absolutely Great university for studies in economics and management
Smaller university
I like that my university is one of the smaller ones, so the teachers can devote more time to the students. On the other hand, this is sometimes bad because for example, the school does not have the most modern equipment, many computers, etc.
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Student services
The student agenda of international students is managed by the employees of the Office of Foreign Relation of the respective faculty:
- Faculty Offices for Foreign Relations
Housing services
Accommodation for all foreign students is available at the SBA dormitory Na Vyhlídce.
Library services
- Libraries and computer facilities in Opava
- Libraries and computer facilities in Karvina
Sports facilities
Opava is represented by the SFC Opava football team, by HC Slezan in ice-hockey and by BK Opava in basketball. Horse riding has been a traditional sport in Opava.
Student clubs
ASPSU is a civil association focusing on organisation of cultural events for students and others.
Silesian University in Opava Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Czech Republic Country
Opava City