Vilnius University is the oldest institution of higher education in Lithuania. Since its foundation in the 16th century, it has been an integral part of European science and culture and embodies the concept of a classical university.
Vilnius University is an active participant in international scientific and academic activities and boasts of its outstanding professors and alumni.
A wide range of research in various fields of science, highly acclaimed research work, close cooperation with research centers around the world - all this has brought the university the status of a leader in science and analytical activities. The study programs offered by the university are based on international research.
The University includes 12 faculties, 7 institutes, 2 hospitals, 4 research centers, a library (Vilnius University Library was founded in 1570 and is the oldest library in Lithuania) with a modern scientific communication and information center, astronomical observatory and St. John's Church.
University buildinghas 21,000 students. From year to year, getting into the top 4% of the best universities in the world, Vilnius University attracts the most talented graduates of the country's schools.
Reasons for choosing applicants
There are several reasons why this university is so popular with many students:
- takes 1st place in the ranking of universities in Lithuania;
- included in the top 500 best universities in the world;
- all levels of study: undergraduate, graduate, doctoral;
- accredited programs and diplomas recognized worldwide;
- no admissions required;
- programs and courses in English and Russian;
- highly qualified teachers;
- support system for international students;
- housing;
- unique benefits of living in the capital;
- friendly social climate, rich cultural life.
Getting into Vilnius University is quite difficult. Only 10% of applicants end up as students of this university. However, in order to try to enter here, you need to know how this process works.
Step 1. Choosing a study program
The first step is to assess your interests and abilities in order to select the right study program. To do this correctly, it is important to know what departments exist at the university.
Faculties of Vilnius University:
- law school;
- mathematics and computer science;
- Faculty of Medicine;
- Faculty of Philology;
- philosophy;
- physics;
- Faculty of Foreign Languages;
- Faculty of International Relations and Political Science;
- life science center;
- Faculty of Chemistry and Geology;
- Department of Communications;
- economy;
- stories;
- Kaunas Faculty of Humanities.
The above faculties offer the following study programs:
- Integrated programs: medicine, dentistry.
- Bachelor's Programs: Management and Entrepreneurship, International Business, English and Russian, Lighting Engineering.
- Master's programs: international project management, international communications, finance, international management and economics, marketing and integrated communications, quality management, Eastern European and Russian disciplines, art management, business informatics, international and European law, computer modeling, econometrics, financial and actuarial mathematics, English (literature, linguistics, culture), Russian studies (literature, linguistics, culture), chemistry of nanomaterials, geology, systems biology, cartography, media linguistics.
Only programs taught in English or Russian are listed above. At the university, there are many other areas available for studying with the condition of knowledge of the Lithuanian language.
Step 2. Deadlinefiling documents
Below are the application deadlines for programs taught in English and Russian.
May 1 - for non-EU applicants.
Deadline for applying for contract-based places is July 15, both for EU citizens and for citizens of other countries.
Online application is available for all programs except medicine and dentistry.
Step 3. Entry Fee
The cost of the application is 100 euros. The online application will be considered only after payment of the entry fee. If you do not enter the university, this fee is not refundable.
Step 4. Application Requirements
Applicants must attach the documents below to apply.
First - education documents. For admission to undergraduate programs, Russian applicants must submit the following documents:
- certificate of secondary (complete) education;
- appendix to the certificate;
- certificate of the results of the unified state exam.
For admission to master's programs:
bachelor's degree
If an applicant is in their last year of school or university at the time of application submission, they must provide recent academic records and a certificate with the date of graduation.
Second - motivational letter. A motivation letter of 1200 to 4000 characters must be attached to the application.
Third - a certificate ofknowledge of the language. For study programs taught in English: IELTS 5.5+, iBT TOEFL 65+.
If the applicant's native language is English, or they have previously obtained a diploma in English, presentation of a certificate is not required.
For study programs taught in Russian: Proof of Russian language proficiency at C1 level.
If the applicant's native language is Russian, or they have previously received a diploma in Russian, confirmation of knowledge of the language is not required.
Following documents:
- Receipt of payment of the entry fee.
- Letter of recommendation (for undergraduate programs - 1, for master's programs - 2).
- Certified copy of passport.
No admissions required.
Step 5. Document Requirements
All documents in a language other than English, Lithuanian or Russian must be accompanied by an official translation. Documents in English, Lithuanian or Russian do not require translation and must be supplemented only by certified copies.
Step 6. Reception results
After the final submission of the online application, all documents are processed. The final results of enrollment are announced 40 working days after the deadline. Successful applicants receive university admission letters.
Admission criteria: grades, letter of motivation, English language proficiency test (for programs in English) and, if necessary, experience in the field of the chosen study program.
Students are required to confirmwhether they accept the university's offer of admission within 7 business days.
Step 7. Tuition fees
After confirming your decision on admission, you must transfer the fee for the first year of study.
After receiving the payment, the university prepares the documents required for the visa application and sends them to the student.
Step 8. Lithuanian visa
After receiving the necessary documents from Vilnius University, you must apply for a national visa at the nearest Lithuanian consulate.
Step 9. Book your stay at the hostel
One of the most important issues to be resolved before the start of the school year is the issue of accommodation. All international students can apply for university accommodation.
Step 10. Arranging a visit and getting mentor support
If a student needs support at the beginning of his stay in Vilnius, he can ask for help from a mentor. The mentor meets the student at the airport or train station and helps to get to know the university.
