Nicu Ştefănuţă, vicepreşedintele PE, cere majorarea burselor sociale pentru studenţi la 1050 lei pe lună

Nicu Ştefănuţă, Vice-President of the European Parliament, urges the Education Minister to increase the minimum social scholarship for students from 925 to at least 1,050 lei per month for the 2026-2027 academic year. This request follows a proposal to maintain the current scholarship level, which has faced criticism for reducing student support. The letter highlights that the current scholarship only covers about 61% of estimated living costs, and calls for measures to ensure that vulnerable students can continue their education. The National Alliance of Student Organizations in Romania also supports this increase, emphasizing the need for adequate financial support for students.