€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditionsEU MEMBER
Tuition-Free Universities in Lithuania
€0 in state-funded places (no direct programme fees); otherwise from ~€1,300/yr (Bachelor’s)
- Universities to explore
- 10
- Mandatory university cost / year
- Not yet verified
- Currency
- EUR
- Academic year
- 2026/2027
Tuition rules for EU citizens
Students admitted to state-funded places at Lithuanian state higher-education institutions do not pay fees directly related to their programme. These places are allocated by merit and are open to EU/EEA applicants. Students outside the state-funded places pay tuition — commonly from about €1,300 per year for Bachelor’s and €2,300 for Master’s.
Public universities
Free in state-funded places; fee-paying otherwise.
Private universities
Private institutions charge tuition.
By degree level
- Bachelor's: €0 in state-funded places; otherwise from ~€1,300/yr.
- Master's: €0 in state-funded places; otherwise from ~€2,300/yr.
- PhD: Doctoral study is often funded.
English-taught programmes
A moderate English-taught catalogue, mostly fee-based.
Mandatory fees
Small administrative fees may apply.
Estimated mandatory university cost per year: Not yet verified.
Admission system & application process
National general admission via LAMA BPO for state-funded places (2026 main round 1 June – 23 July 12:00, invitations 30 July); fee-paying/English-track applications also directly via university portals.
Residency conditions
EU/EEA/EFTA citizens (and family members) are eligible for state-funded places on the same basis as Lithuanian citizens.
Language requirements
Lithuanian-taught programmes require Lithuanian; English programmes require English proof.
Deadlines & document submission
- Applications open
- ≈ May–June
- Applications close
- ≈ June–July (autumn intake)
- Document submission
- Certified copies + translations; submit via LAMA BPO.
- Note
- Centralised admission (LAMA BPO).
Typical dates for the 2026/2027 cycle — verify the exact deadline on the official admissions page.
Living costs, housing & scholarships
- Living costs (approx.)
- €450–€800 / month
- Student housing
- Dormitories available; the Vilnius market is competitive.
- Scholarships
- Lithuanian state scholarships; university support.
- EU/EEA mobility
- As an EU/EEA citizen you do not need a visa or residence permit to study here; register with the local authorities after arrival. Non-EU/EEA students need a visa/residence permit.
Living-cost figures are approximate (2026 estimates) and separate from the mandatory university cost above.
Universities in our database (10)
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 in state-funded places for EU/EEA citizens (competitive, via LAMA BPO); fee-paying places otherwise
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
Always verify. Tuition rules may change. Always verify current fees and admission requirements on the university's official website before applying.
Official sources
- Study in Lithuania (official) – Tuition Fees
https://studyin.lt/ - Eurydice – Higher education funding: Lithuania
https://eurydice.eacea.ec.europa.eu/ - LAMA BPO – 2026 admission dates
https://lamabpo.lt/pirmosios-pakopos-ir-vientisosios-studijos/priemimo-datos/ - Vilnius University – eligibility for state-funded places
https://www.vu.lt/en/admissions/state-funded-bachelor-s-admission