Universities to explore
4
Mandatory university cost / year
Not yet verified
Currency
EUR
Academic year
2026/2027

Tuition rules for EU citizens

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.

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Living costs, housing & scholarships

Living costs (approx.)
€600–€900 / month
Student housing
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.

Universities in our database (4)

University of Ljubljana

Ljubljana, Slovenia · Public
€0 tuition + fees English-taught

€0 tuition for full-time study (eligible students)

Mandatory cost / yr
Not yet verified
Degree levels
Bachelor · Master · PhD
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University of Maribor

Maribor, Slovenia · Public
€0 tuition + fees English-taught

€0 tuition for EU citizens in full-time Bachelor’s and Master’s study

Mandatory cost / yr
Not yet verified
Degree levels
Bachelor · Master · PhD
View details

University of Nova Gorica

Nova Gorica, Slovenia · Public
€0 tuition + fees English-taught

€0 tuition for EU citizens in all Bachelor’s and selected full-time Master’s programmes

Mandatory cost / yr
Not yet verified
Degree levels
Bachelor · Master · PhD
View details

University of Primorska

Koper, Slovenia · Public
€0 tuition + fees English-taught

€0 tuition for EU citizens in full-time Bachelor’s and Master’s study

Mandatory cost / yr
Not yet verified
Degree levels
Bachelor · Master · PhD
View details
Always verify. Tuition rules may change. Always verify current fees and admission requirements on the university's official website before applying.
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