Vytautas Magnus University
About
A public liberal-arts university in Kaunas known for humanities, social sciences and business taught in English. EU-recognised diploma with Schengen work rights, IELTS 5.5 entry, tuition from about €3,400/year, and merit scholarships waiving 25–100% of tuition.
Kaunas is Lithuania's second-largest city, smaller and more manageable than Vilnius. Vytautas Magnus has two campuses in the city; student housing is affordable at €180–280/month for a shared flat. The city sits on two rivers with parks and cycling paths. It has a student bar scene and café culture without being overwhelming. Winters are cold, but the community here is tight-knit and students tend to stay in Kaunas rather than drift to Vilnius.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberMay 01
Bachelor non-EU. Application fee €150 (UA exempt). Pakistani citizens: suspended.
- SeptemberApr 01
Master non-EU (extended to May 01).
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Vytautas Magnus University as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Vytautas Magnus University is €3400 per year. Living costs in Kaunas are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Vytautas Magnus University?
English-taught programmes at Vytautas Magnus University typically require IELTS 5.5 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 Vytautas Magnus University offer scholarships?
State-funded places allocated centrally. Scholarship details at studyinlithuania.lt. SKVC credential recognition required.
Where is Vytautas Magnus University located?
Vytautas Magnus University is in Kaunas, Lithuania. K. Donelaičio g. 58, LT-44248 Kaunas, Lithuania
What can you study at Vytautas Magnus University?
Fields offered include: Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, STEM, Arts, Computer Science, International relations, Political science, Economics, Natural Sciences, Environmental Science.
Accommodation
Dorm No.2 Kaunas: €105–180/mo. Dorm No.5 Akademija: €180–210/mo. Dorm No.6 Vilnius: €180–210/mo. Fees increasing from Sep 1 2026.
Sourceapplication window · 2026-27 · opened 5 August 2026 · closed 14 August 2026
Source · 2026-09-02Scholarships
- 🏛State-funded study places (LAMA BPO / Ministry of Education)
State-funded places allocated centrally. Scholarship details at studyinlithuania.lt. SKVC credential recognition required.
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Why this works
- Public university diploma recognized across the EU, opening post-study work rights in the Schengen zone.
- Tuition starts at €3,400/year for humanities and business — among the lowest for English-taught EU degrees.
- IELTS 5.5 minimum is accessible for most CIS students without additional test preparation.
- Scholarships from 25% to 100% tuition waiver are available based on academic merit.
- 20 English-taught bachelor's and 24 master's programmes across business, IT, science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), arts, and humanities.
- Kaunas living costs estimated at €600–900/month, significantly cheaper than Western European student cities.
What to check
- Exact tuition per programme is not publicly confirmed — final cost is assessed individually via DreamApply.
- Non-EU application deadlines fall in April–May, requiring document preparation to start in February.
- CIS applicants must obtain apostilles and notarised translations — a process that takes 4–8 weeks and is a common bottleneck.
- Kaunas is a mid-sized city with a limited international job market; daily life outside university requires Lithuanian.
- Science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) and IT programmes cost up to €10,620/year — nearly three times more than humanities, so field choice significantly affects the budget.
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