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Study in Lithuania

The largest English-taught catalogue in the Baltics

Lithuania has the largest English-taught catalogue in the Baltics - 591 English-taught programmes across 30 institutions - in a eurozone country where overall prices sit about 22% below the EU average.

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Lithuania219 programmes · 44 universities
9Universities listed
$850Avg. monthly living cost
IELTS 4.5–7.0 overall, depending on programmeEnglish requirement
VilniusCapital city219English-taught programmes

Overview

Why study in Lithuania?

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Lithuania has the largest English-taught catalogue in the Baltics - 591 English-taught programmes across 30 institutions - in a eurozone country where overall prices sit about 22% below the EU average. Tertiary graduates aged 20-34 reach 93.2% employment one to three years after finishing, against an EU average of 87.0%. Work rights are the strongest of our European destinations: 20 hours a week in the first two bachelor years, 40 hours a week from year three, full-time for master's and doctoral students, and a 12-month permit after graduation to find work or start a business. Study is spread across three genuinely different cities - Vilnius, Kaunas and the milder seaport of Klaipeda - with tuition at our partner universities running from EUR 500 to EUR 15,000 a year and a median of EUR 4,437. Air quality in all three cities sits at or barely above the WHO annual guideline, which very few study destinations can say.

Quick facts

Everything you need to know at a glance.

Language of instruction
Lithuanian (English widely spoken in universities)
Tuition fees
EUR 1,500 – 15,000 / year
Avg monthly cost
$850 / month (approx.)
English test
IELTS 4.5–7.0 overall, depending on programme
Top student cities
Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipeda
Currency
EUR
Vilnius · Wikimedia

Where students go

Top student cities

From the capital to quieter university towns — where our Lithuania students actually enrol.

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  • Vilnius4 universities · 107 programmes
  • Kaunas2 universities · 63 programmes
  • Klaipėda2 universities · 31 programmes

City photographs from Wikimedia Commons · Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda

Before you travel

Student visa

Get your student visa with a simple and transparent process.

Non-EU students apply for a temporary residence permit on the studies ground (leidimas laikinai gyventi), issued for one to two years - up to three years for doctoral students - and renewable for the rest of the course. You must evidence living funds for all 12 months at once, currently EUR 576.50 a month, plus EUR 1,153 for return travel: about EUR 8,071 shown as a single lump sum.

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That monthly figure is set at half the national minimum monthly wage, so it is revised each January - confirm the current amount before you apply. The state fee is EUR 80 at standard speed or EUR 320 urgent, processing takes up to two months (one month urgent), health insurance cover of EUR 10,000 is required, and you must declare your address with a rental agreement or dormitory confirmation.

  1. 1Apply to a universitySecure your admission offer
  2. 2Prepare your documentsWe check every page with you
  3. 3Submit the applicationLodged with the consulate or online
  4. 4Receive your permitTravel with your study permit in hand

Documents we prepare with you

  • Valid passport
  • Admission letter
  • Proof of funds
  • Academic certificates
  • Passport photos

While you study

Work while studying

Earn, gain experience and build your future.

  • During your degree you may work up to 20 hours a week in the first two bachelor years and up to 40 hours a week from year three; master's and doctoral students may work full-time.
  • No separate work permit is needed, and hours worked during holidays or a required practice placement do not count towards the 20-hour cap.
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  • After graduating you may apply for a 12-month residence permit to look for work or become self-employed, and you may start work as soon as you find a job - that permit asks you to evidence at least EUR 1,153 a month.
  • The work rules were broadened recently, so check the current limits at the time you apply.

Work today, build tomorrow

Our counsellors explain the hours, permits and paperwork before you land.

Programmes

Top programmes in Lithuania

Popular programs from our catalogue — Empire Overseas Education verified ones carry a verified badge

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Institutions

Top universities in Lithuania

Institutions we can apply to on your behalf.

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Compare Lithuania with other countries

Tuition, living costs and work rights, side by side.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to common questions about studying in Lithuania.

What are the tuition fees in Lithuania?
Programmes on our catalogue for Lithuania range from EUR 1,500 – 15,000 per year. Fees are set by each university and programme.
What are the living costs in Lithuania?
Budget around $850 a month for accommodation, food and transport. Costs vary by city.
Is IELTS required for Lithuania?
IELTS 4.5–7.0 overall, depending on programme. English-test requirement derived from 204 of our 218 verified Lithuania programmes. Individual programmes set their own; your counsellor confirms the exact score.
Can I work while studying in Lithuania?
During your degree you may work up to 20 hours a week in the first two bachelor years and up to 40 hours a week from year three; master's and doctoral students may work full-time. No separate work permit is needed, and hours worked during holidays or a required practice placement do not count towards the 20-hour cap. After graduating you may apply for a 12-month residence permit to look for work or become self-employed, and you may start work as soon as you find a job - that permit asks you to evidence at least EUR 1,153 a month. The work rules were broadened recently, so check the current limits at the time you apply.
Which cities do international students choose?
Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipeda
How does the student visa work for Lithuania?
Non-EU students apply for a temporary residence permit on the studies ground (leidimas laikinai gyventi), issued for one to two years - up to three years for doctoral students - and renewable for the rest of the course. You must evidence living funds for all 12 months at once, currently EUR 576.50 a month, plus EUR 1,153 for return travel: about EUR 8,071 shown as a single lump sum. That monthly figure is set at half the national minimum monthly wage, so it is revised each January - confirm the current amount before you apply. The state fee is EUR 80 at standard speed or EUR 320 urgent, processing takes up to two months (one month urgent), health insurance cover of EUR 10,000 is required, and you must declare your address with a rental agreement or dormitory confirmation.