Study in Lithuania

A hidden gem in the Baltics. Lithuania offers world-class education with highly affordable tuition, a booming tech and startup sector, and a deep, rich cultural history.

Universities in Lithuania

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Vilnius University

🏆 QS World Rank #473
Public

The oldest and largest university in Lithuania (founded 1579), consistently ranked as the best in the country and globally recognized.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€2,500 - €4,500
Acceptance Rate50%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Information Systems and Cyber Security
BachelorComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.0+3.5 Years€3,200/yr
MA in International Communication
MasterHumanities & Social Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+1.5 Years€3,500/yr

A leading tech university in the Baltics, particularly famous for civil engineering, architecture, and aviation programs.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€2,200 - €4,500
Acceptance Rate55%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BEng in Aviation Mechanics Engineering
BachelorEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 Years€3,800/yr
Public

Highly ranked for its deep connections with the tech industry, offering robust engineering, IT, and hard science degrees.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€2,000 - €4,200
Acceptance Rate60%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

MSc in Artificial Intelligence in Computer Science
MasterComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.0+2 Years€4,000/yr

Vytautas Magnus University (VMU)

🏆 QS World Rank #801
Public

A highly liberal and international university in Kaunas, renowned for its broad-based education (Artes Liberales) model.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€2,000 - €3,500
Acceptance Rate65%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BA in International Politics and Development Studies
BachelorHumanities & Social Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 Years€2,800/yr

The largest university for health sciences in Lithuania, highly sought-after globally for English-taught Medicine and Veterinary Medicine.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€7,000 - €12,500
Acceptance Rate40%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Medicine
MasterHealthcare & Life Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+6 Years€12,500/yr

A top-tier private business school established by BI Norwegian Business School, offering elite management degrees.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€4,500 - €6,000
Acceptance Rate50%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Finance
BachelorBusiness & Finance🎓 IELTS 6.0+3.5 Years€5,000/yr

Located in the coastal city of Klaipėda, focusing on marine sciences, maritime engineering, and health sciences.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€1,800 - €3,000
Acceptance Rate70%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Marine Engineering
BachelorEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 Years€2,400/yr

Mykolas Romeris University (MRU)

🏆 QS World Rank #1001
Public

The largest university of social sciences in Lithuania, situated in Vilnius, heavily focused on law, psychology, and public administration.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€1,800 - €3,500
Acceptance Rate65%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Business
BachelorHumanities & Social Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 Years€2,600/yr

Specializes exclusively in sports, physical education, coaching, and rehabilitation sciences, based in Kaunas.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€2,500 - €3,500
Acceptance Rate75%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Sports Coaching
BachelorHealthcare & Life Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 Years€2,800/yr

A North American style liberal arts university located in Klaipėda, offering an incredibly diverse international student body.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€3,500 - €4,500
Acceptance Rate60%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BA in Contemporary Communication
BachelorHumanities & Social Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 Years€3,800/yr

The largest and oldest art university in the Baltic States, providing comprehensive education in fine arts, design, and architecture.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€3,000 - €5,000
Acceptance Rate35%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BA in Graphic Design
BachelorDesign & Arts🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 Years€3,500/yr

A state-supported conservatory training elite musicians, actors, and directors in Vilnius.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€4,000 - €6,500
Acceptance Rate30%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

MA in Music Performance
MasterDesign & Arts🎓 IELTS 6.0+2 Years€5,000/yr

A private university in Vilnius focusing on aviation management, fashion, and business.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€2,500 - €4,500
Acceptance Rate80%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Aviation Management
BachelorBusiness & Finance🎓 IELTS 6.0+3.5 Years€3,500/yr

Located in northern Lithuania, providing highly practical vocational degrees in engineering and social sciences.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€1,300 - €2,200
Acceptance Rate85%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Professional Bachelor in Information Systems Engineering
BachelorComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 Years€1,800/yr

One of the largest vocational/applied sciences institutions in Lithuania, strongly linked to regional businesses.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€1,500 - €2,500
Acceptance Rate80%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Professional Bachelor in Tourism and Hotel Management
BachelorBusiness & Finance🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 Years€1,800/yr

Scholarships

Lithuanian State Scholarships

Amount: Monthly stipend of €490 + Tuition fee coverage

Deadline: May

Provided by the Education Exchanges Support Foundation for full-time Master degree studies.

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Vilnius University Tuition Fee Waivers

Amount: 100% Tuition Fee Waiver

Deadline: Usually May

Vilnius University offers full tuition fee waivers to the most outstanding international applicants.

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VILNIUS TECH International Scholarships

Amount: Partial to Full Tuition Fee Waiver

Deadline: Varies (Usually late Spring)

Merit-based scholarships offered by VILNIUS TECH to highly qualified international prospective students.

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Quality of Life & Environment

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Climate & Weather

Varies by region. Check specific city details.

Safety & Peace Index

High

Working While Studying

Information on student work rights and average earnings in Lithuania.

Legal Working Hours

20-30 hours/week

Minimum Wage / Earnings

€10 - €15/hour

Post-Graduation & ROI

Explore career opportunities and earning potential after graduation in Lithuania.

Post-Study Work Visa

15 Months (Job Seeker Visa)

Average Starting Salary

€35,000 - €45,000/year

Visa & Immigration Rules

As an international student, you must adhere to the official embassy requirements below.

National Visa (D) & TRP

Official Document

Non-EU students must apply for a National Visa D and a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP). Proof of financial means (approx. €450/month) is required.

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