Studying in Lithuania
Tuition, living costs, visas and how to apply, from the European Commission's official profile — with student numbers from Eurostat and the Erasmus Mundus master's you can take here.
At a glance
Tuition · EU/EEA students
Tuition · non-EU/EEA students
Fees — more detail
Living costs
Erasmus Mundus master's
Students in Lithuania
Tertiary students · 2024
From abroad · 2024
Of whom from the EU · 2024
Largest countries of origin: Ukraine (1,960), Belarus (1,568), India (1,033), Germany (534), Sweden (513).
“From abroad” means degree-mobile students — enrolled for a whole degree, having gained their previous qualification in another country. Exchange students on Erasmus aren't counted.
| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 159,695 | 148,389 | 140,629 | 133,759 | 125,863 | 118,287 | 111,768 | 106,455 | 104,897 | 104,052 | 102,916 | 100,744 |
Tuition fees and living costs in Lithuania
Tuition fees vary by institution and programme. On average, the tuition fees are:
- Bachelor’s: from €1 300 per year
- Master’s: from €2 300 per year
- Doctoral: from €8 400 per year
Living costs in Lithuania are estimated at €500 - €800 per month, covering accommodation, food, study materials, transport, and personal expenses.
Visa requirements
If you are from the EU/EEA - you do not need a visa to study in Lithuania.
If you are not a citizen of the EU/EEA - you must apply for a visa. As a non-EU/EEA student, you must apply for a national visa and temporary residence permit before you come to Lithuania.
Education system
Lithuania offers a large number (more than 500) of study programmes taught in English at universities or schools of applied sciences. Diplomas obtained at these institutions will be recognised everywhere in the European Union.
Degree options
- Bachelor’s degree (3–4 years)
- Master’s degree (1–2 years)
- Doctorate (PhD) (4 years)
Other study opportunities
- Short-term studies and exchange programmes (including Erasmus+)
- Language and summer courses
University rankings and European Credit Transfer System in Lithuania
Application procedure
The application deadlines for the autumn semester are often in June. Applications and deadlines differ per institution and study programme.
In general, you can follow these steps to apply to apply for a programme in Lithuania:
- get to know your options by browsing the available study programmes and scholarship options
- learn more about the admission requirements by browsing the university’s websites
- apply for the programme of your choice and wait for your confirmation of admission
- find out which visa procedures apply to you, and which required documents you need to prepare
As a last step, read about accommodation, transport, student discounts and more practical tips!
Scholarship opportunities
If you need funding for your studies, it's possible to get a state scholarship or university grant in Lithuania.
Student life in Lithuania
Want to know what to expect as an international student in Lithuania? Get to know more about life and culture in Lithuania at Live Like a Local.
Frequently asked questions
Are programmes taught in English?
Yes, many programmes are fully taught in English.
Get a complete overview of English-taught programmes in Lithuania.
Can I work while studying in Lithuania?
Yes, international students can work while studying in Lithuania as long as they are enrolled in a university.
EU/EEA students can work full-time (up to 40 hours per week) without restrictions.
Non-EU/EEA students can also work up to 40 hours per week after obtaining the temporary residence permit.
Is health insurance required?
Yes, health insurance is mandatory for international students in Lithuania. You must have valid health insurance to enroll and apply for a residence permit. EU students may use their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), while non-EU students must obtain private insurance or register with the Lithuanian health system.
How can I find housing in Lithuania?
Most universities offer the opportunity to live on campus. You can also make use of private rentals.
Source: Study in Lithuania – higher education, costs and application, last updated 24 March 2026.
Erasmus Mundus master's with a university in Lithuania
Joint master's taught by several universities in different countries, open to students from anywhere, with EU-funded scholarships on many of them.
- Architectural and Urban Contemporary HeritageKauno Technologijos Universitetas · Information Science and Engineering · 18 months / 90 ECTS
- Choreomundus – Erasmus Mundus Master in Dance and Movement as Practical Knowledge and HeritageVytauto Didziojo Universitetas · Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- DocNomadsPlus, Joint Master in Documentary FilmmakingLietuvos Muzikos Ir Teatro Akademija · Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Erasmus Mundus Master Impact EntrepreneurshipIsm Vadybos Ir Ekonomikos Universitetas Uab · Economic Sciences · 18 months / 90 ECTS
- EU-CONEXUS Joint Master Programme in Marine BiotechnologyKlaipedos Universitetas · Economic Sciences, Environmental and Geosciences · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- European Joint Master in Social Work with Children and YouthMykolo Romerio Universitetas · Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- European Master on Embedded Intelligence Nanosystems Engineering – from Nanoscale Technologies to Ubiquitous Smart SensorsVilniaus Gedimino Technikos Universitetas · Information Science and Engineering · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- EUROPHOTONICSVilniaus Universitetas · Physics · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Governance & Administration of Leisure and Sports International MasterMykolo Romerio Universitetas · Economic Sciences · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- Intelligent Photonics for Security Reliability Sustainability and SafetyVilniaus Universitetas · Information Science and Engineering · 24 months / 120 ECTS
- RESOUND - Joint Master of Arts in Sound Design for Media ArtsLietuvos Muzikos Ir Teatro Akademija · Art, Social Sciences and Humanities · 24 months / 120 ECTS
Country guidance adapted from the European Commission’s Study in Europe country profiles, © European Union, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Condensed, restructured and combined with other data by CollegeMatcher.
Student numbers: Eurostat, tables educ_uoe_enrt01 (tertiary enrolment) and educ_uoe_mobs02 (degree-mobile students from abroad).
Programmes: the Erasmus Mundus Catalogue of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA); partner institutions from the Erasmus+ Project Results Platform. © European Union, CC BY 4.0.