Vytautas Magnus University
About
Ranked in QS World University Rankings as a leader in the country by its internationality, VMU is the only public higher education institution in Lithuania and one of the few in the region where a wide liberal arts education is imparted. This means that students can change and organize their schedule freely, minor in one field and major in another, travel abroad on international exchange and get ready for those trips by taking some of the available 30 foreign language courses. As a reflection of global academic trends, more and more lectures (separate courses and even whole study programs) are taught in English, many of them by professors from abroad. VMU offers Bachelor and Master degree programs, which are entirely taught in English. Every semester university gathers the colorful international community, which unites representatives from nearly 80 countries around the world.
Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) is a public university that was established in 1922. Ranked in QS World University Rankings in top 800+ VMU is the only public higher education institution in Lithuania and one of the few in the region where a wide liberal arts education is imparted. This means that students can change and organize their schedule freely, minor in one field and major in another, travel abroad on international exchange and get ready for those trips by taking some of the available 30 foreign language courses.
VMU works with many universities and scientists around the globe, implementing projects, student and employee exchanges, and improving our study and research system. It is an international and multilingual institution that continuously develops international networks and intercultural dialogues, participates in international scientific, academic and social projects, encourages lecturer and student mobility, and promotes dialogue and tolerance.
Useful Information for Students
- Various scholarships: covering tuition fee, for academic achievements, etc.
- Guaranteed accommodation in University’s dormitory for the first year of studies
- Monthly expenses (living, transportation, food, etc.) ~ 350 EUR
- Mentor support system, a variety of students’ clubs & organizations
- Baltic Summer University (BSU) – a variety of summer schools to choose from
Vytautas Magnus university is a modern environment of studies and research and an intellectual space.
University offers for students not only to study at the new classrooms, modern laboratories or rich libraries located in the heart of Kaunas, but also in University campus which just 20 min away from city center.
Also students can spend their free time at VMU Sport center, which was opened in 2021. To explore beatiful nature in VMU Botanical garden or to take a look at various exhibitions at VMU Arts Center.
VMU offers accommodation for students in 3 dormitories. In Kaunas city center, Academia campus, and Vilnius city center.
Additionally to accommodation in university dormitories students can rent a flat or stay in a student hostel. So you will find the best place to live for sure.
All international students accepted for degree or exchange studies, research visit or internship at Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) should check what migration document (visa, certificate, residence permit or none of them) is required to have for the legal entry and residence in Lithuania.
Vytautas Magnus University is seeking ambitious, intelligent, and talented students and offers them various scholarship opportunities for full-time Bachelor´s and Master´s degree studies.
Vytautas Magnus University is seeking ambitious, intelligent, and talented students and offers them various scholarship opportunities for full-time Bachelor´s and Master´s degree studies.
Type of scholarship: tuition fee waiver of 25%, 50%, 75%, 90 %, or 100% for the entire study period of a full-time Bachelor´s and Master’s degree programme taught in English.
FACTS & FIGURES:
12 academic subdivisions - Economics & Management | Political Science & Diplomacy | Arts | Humanities | Social Sciences | Natural Sciences | Informatics | Law | Catholic Theology | Music Academy | Education Academy | Agricultural Academy
- 9000 students - 15% international students from over 80 countries
- 30 - bachelor & master’s degree study programmes taught in English
- 800 partnerships - student and staff exchange possibilities with scholarships in over 82 countries all around the world
30 foreign languages - ranging from Ancient, New Testament and Modern Greek to Arabic, Catalan, Chinese, Danish, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, old and modern Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Latvian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish and Turkish
18 joint and double degree study programmes - organized together with partner universities in Germany, Belgium, Italy, Portugal, Sweden, Kazakhstan and other countries.
VMU scholars and graduates:
Decision-makers, scientists, artists, policy definers, discoverers, and contributors to the public welfare.
#800+ in QS university rankings
#61 - QS EECA
#301-500 - QS Graduate Employability Ranking
USEFUL INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS:
- Various scholarships: cover tuition fees, based on academic achievements, etc.
- Possible accommodation in the university’s dormitory
- Monthly expenses (living, transportation, food, etc.) ~ 400 EUR
- Mentor support system, variety of students’ clubs & organizations
- Baltic Summer University (BSU) – a variety of summer schools to choose from
Spend your time, find support or help at:
- VMU Student Center
- VMU Sport Center - the largest University sport center in Lithuania
- VMU Psychology Clinic
- VMU Leisure and networking spaces for students
Once you are VMU student, join these clubs and organizations:
- VMU Erasmus Student Network
- VMU Mentor's Programme
- VMU Choir
- VMU Ambassadors
- VMU Alumni
- VMU Theater
- VMU Arts Gallery 101
