Vilnius University
About
Vilnius University is the only Baltic university in the QS Top-500, offering 46+ English-taught master's and 26+ bachelor's programmes across science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), business, law, and humanities from €4,437/year, with IELTS 6.5 entry. As an EU/Schengen diploma, graduates can work and live freely across all 27 European countries.
Vilnius University is spread across the old town—lectures and seminars happen in historic courtyards and modern buildings mixed together. Student housing is distributed across the city, ranging €200–380/month for a shared flat. The university is woven into Vilnius's fabric: student bars, bookshops, and gathering places cluster around the campuses. Being a research university, the atmosphere is more serious than at a college, but undergraduate life is still social and active.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberMay 01
Non-EU/non-EFTA applicants. Application fee €100.
- SeptemberJul 01
Bachelor's/integrated-studies admissions FAQ references two year-less standing deadlines, 1 May and 1 July, for application sub-periods; the 1 July date matches the stored value. Source: https://www.vu.lt/en/admissions/admissions-to-bachelor-studies
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Vilnius University as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Vilnius University is €4437 per year. Living costs in Vilnius are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Vilnius University?
English-taught programmes at Vilnius University typically require IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Lithuania?
For a student residence permit in Lithuania you must prove €8,071 per year (2026, Migration Department + Government Resolution No. 700: https://www.migracija.lt/en/esu-studentas1).
Does Vilnius University offer scholarships?
State-funded places allocated centrally. Scholarship details at studyinlithuania.lt. SKVC credential recognition required.
Where is Vilnius University located?
Vilnius University is in Vilnius, Lithuania. Universiteto g. 3, LT-01122 Vilnius, Lithuania
What can you study at Vilnius University?
Fields offered include: STEM, Business, Medicine, Humanities, Social Sciences, Computer Science, Law, Natural Sciences, Mathematics.
Accommodation
Double room €130/mo, triple €90/mo. Very high demand — not guaranteed.
SourceScholarships
- 🏛State-funded study places (LAMA BPO / Ministry of Education)
State-funded places allocated centrally. Scholarship details at studyinlithuania.lt. SKVC credential recognition required.
National funding for this destination
Tuition by citizenship
- Citizens of Ukraine get a 50% tuition discount.applies only to: Faculty of Economics and Business Administration · kept only while the required grade average is maintained · the university names no academic year; page checked 2026-07-26Source
Honestly
Why this works
- The only Baltic university in QS Top-500, granting a recognised EU public-university diploma.
- Bachelor tuition starts at €3,250/year — significantly cheaper than Western European alternatives.
- 46+ English-taught master's and 26+ English-taught bachelor's programmes span science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), Business, Law, and Humanities.
- IELTS 6.0 is the baseline minimum for most programmes — accessible for CIS applicants.
- Lithuania is an EU/Schengen member: graduates can work and live freely across 27 European countries.
- Citizens of Ukraine get 50% off tuition at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration — bachelor's and master's, for the whole degree, subject to academic performance.
What to check
- Master's application deadline for non-EU students is 1 May — earlier than most EU universities, with no second round.
- Some programmes (English Studies, select philology) require IELTS 7.0 — verify the specific requirement before applying.
- On-campus accommodation availability and cost are unconfirmed; housing must be researched independently.
- A mandatory motivation interview can determine admission regardless of academic record — preparation is critical.
- A €200 non-refundable registration fee is due alongside the first tuition payment, adding upfront cost.
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