Érettségin

Érettségin is the locative form of érettségi, the Hungarian final examination taken at the end of secondary education. The term is used to refer to taking part in or being present at the matriculation exam, as in részt venni az érettségin (to participate in the matriculation exam).

The érettségi serves as the standard graduation assessment in Hungary and is required for admission to most higher education institutions. A successful completion commonly enables access to universities and colleges, and the certificate is often used in connection with scholarships, career options, and other opportunities tied to educational attainment.

Exam structure typically includes both written and oral components. Students must take compulsory subjects, such as Hungarian language and literature and a foreign language, and they also select additional subjects according to school requirements and personal interests. Exams can be taken at different levels, often described as a basic (középszint) and an advanced (emelt szint) level, which influence difficulty, subject choice, and scoring. The exact format can vary by year and by subject.

Administration usually occurs annually in late spring, with results compiled into a final érettségi certificate. The score from each subject contributes to an overall point total used for university admissions, while passing the exam is a prerequisite for earning the certificate. The érettségi system in Hungary has undergone reforms to align with higher education requirements and changing educational policy.