VU

Vilnius University

Vilnius Founded 1579 QS World Top ~446 (2026)

Vilnius University combines centuries of tradition with a forward-looking research culture. With 24,000+ students across 140 bachelor's and 140 master's programmes, VU spans humanities, social sciences, physical sciences, biomedicine, and technological sciences. Guided by its motto Hinc itur ad astra — 'From here, the way leads to the stars' — it remains Lithuania's most prestigious gateway to a global academic career.

MedicineLawBusinessITSciencesHumanitiesLinguisticsEconomics
Avg. Annual Fee (Non-EU) *
€4,500 – €6,500
Average across most Bachelor/Master programmes. Medicine & Dentistry can reach €13,000+/yr. Application fee separate.
Monthly Living · Vilnius *
€600 – €900 / month
Typical Vilnius student lifestyle (rent shared, transport, food).
Student Body
24,000+
Students from 100+ countries
Scholarships
Available
Tuition fee waivers & incentive scholarships available
Why VU?

What makes this uni different.

  • Lithuania's No. 1 university and one of Central Europe's oldest
  • Top 450 globally per QS World University Rankings
  • Wide range of English-taught Bachelor, Master & PhD programmes
  • Interdisciplinary and flexible study options
  • Tuition fee reductions for outstanding students
  • Located in the heart of UNESCO-heritage Vilnius Old Town
  • Dedicated mentor and support system for international students
Key Info

Admission essentials

Degree Levels Offered
Bachelor · Master · PhD · Integrated
Language of Instruction
English
Intake
September
English Requirement
IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 75 minimum (varies by programme)
Application Fee
€100 (non-refundable)
Application Deadline (Non-EU)
1 May 2026 (or until places fill)
All Programmes

English-taught programmes at VU.

These are the programmes currently open to international applicants. Fees shown are per-year (Non-EU) and may vary — confirm exact figures with Nexus EU before applying.

Bachelor's & Integrated Programmes

(10)
ProgrammeDurationFee (Non-EU)
Medicine6 years€13,000/year
Dentistry5 years€13,000/year
Business and Finance3.5 years€4,500/year
International Business3.5 years€4,500/year
Global Marketing3.5 years€4,500/year
Politics of Global Challenges4 years€4,500/year
English Philology4 years€4,000/year
Software Engineering3.5 years€5,500/year
Information Systems and Cyber Security3.5 years€5,500/year
Quantitative Economics3 years€4,500/year

Master's Programmes

(6)
ProgrammeDurationFee (Non-EU)
Data Science1.5 years€5,500/year
Finance and Banking1.5 years€5,000/year
International Business Management2 years€5,000/year
Digital Marketing1.5 years€5,000/year
International and European Law1.5 years€5,000/year
Molecular Biotechnology2 years€5,500/year

* Important: All fees and figures are indicative and based on the 2025/2026 academic year published by the university. Specific programme fees, application deadlines, and entry requirements can change without notice. Always confirm directly with Nexus EU or the university before submitting your application. Programme availability for the 2026 intake may shift — message us for the latest list.

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