At Slovenian public universities, full-time Bachelor's and Master's studies are free of tuition for Slovenian citizens and EU/EEA citizens (generally also for other eligible categories). Part-time and some English-taught programmes may be fee-based.
Public universities
Tuition-free for full-time study for eligible students; small enrolment fee may apply.
Private universities
Private institutions charge tuition.
By degree level
Bachelor's: €0 for full-time study (eligible students).
Master's: €0 for full-time study (eligible students).
PhD: Often free or low-cost; verify per institution.
English-taught programmes
A moderate English-taught catalogue; some English programmes are fee-based.
Mandatory fees
Small enrolment/administration fee may apply for candidates who have already completed the same level of education.
Estimated mandatory university cost per year: Not yet verified.
Admission system & application process
National application portal (eVŠ) for entry to study, plus direct institution portals.
Residency conditions
EU/EEA citizens are treated on the same basis as Slovenian citizens for full-time study.
Language requirements
Slovene-taught programmes require Slovene; English programmes require English proof.
Deadlines & document submission
Applications open
≈ February
Applications close
Spring round ≈ March; later rounds in summer
Document submission
Certified copies + translations; originals at enrolment.
Note
Enrolment via the national eVŠ portal.
Typical dates for the 2026/2027 cycle — verify the exact deadline on the official admissions page.
Subsidised student dormitories (študentski domovi) — apply early, especially in Ljubljana.
Scholarships
Slovenian government scholarships (bilateral) and 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.