Study in Bulgaria: Tuition Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees in Bulgaria can vary a lot. It depends on what you’re studying and where. Tuition fees in Bulgaria are normally paid in Euros in two installments: one before the academic year starts, the other at the halfway point of the year.
Tuition fees in Bulgaria can vary a lot. It depends on what you’re studying and where. Tuition fees in Bulgaria are normally paid in Euros in two installments: one before the academic year starts, the other at the halfway point of the year.
The average rate for an undergraduate degree is €3000 ($3650) - €5900 ($7100) per year. Postgraduate programs are generally a little cheaper, coming in at €3000 ($3650) - €5000 ($6100). Programs like medicine, pharmaceuticals and dentistry can cost up to €8000 ($9750) per year.
PhDs are lower still, generally costing between €1750 ($2100) - €3850 ($4700) per year.
Bulgarians, as well as other citizens of the EU, the EEA and Switzerland, do still pay tuition fees, but they are generally lower than those paid by students from elsewhere.
Study abroad scholarships in Bulgaria are surprisingly plentiful. One of the more popular scholarships on offer is the Eastern European Study Abroad (EESA) Scholarship. These scholarships can offer thousands of US dollars in grants and tuition costs. EESA Scholarships are open to people from anywhere in the world who want to study in certain countries in Eastern Europe.
Most Bulgarian schools also offer their own scholarships for international students. Some countries also offer scholarships and grants to those who are looking to study abroad in Bulgaria. Your chosen school’s website will be able to tell you more.
Study in Bulgaria
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Education in Bulgaria
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Student Visas
Do you need a visa to enter Bulgaria to study? Learn more about the student visa process, and what you need to enter the country, depending on your citizenship.
Housing & Living Costs
No matter where you study abroad, it’s important to create a budget in advance so that you’re prepared. Therefore, we’ve detailed average living and housing costs so that you can get a better idea of what you would be paying as a student in Bulgaria.
Language & Culture
Bulgaria is a country with a unique culture. Find out more about what the country offers in terms of language, culture, and more! We also talk about how to stay safe in Bulgaria in this section.
Application Process
Learn more about how to apply to Bulgarian schools in this section. You can find out what to do for undergraduate and postgraduate study.
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