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Vilniaus Universitetas

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Overview

Founded in 1579, the Vilniaus Universitetas (Vilnius University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Vilnius (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Kaunas. Officially recognized by the Lietuvos Respublikos švietimo ir mokslo ministerija (Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Lithuania), Vilniaus Universitetas (VU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Lithuanian higher education institution. Vilniaus Universitetas (VU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 446-year-old Lithuanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Vilniaus Universitetas's Control Typepublic

Entity

Vilniaus Universitetas's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vilniaus Universitetas' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Vilniaus Universitetas's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Vilnius University
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym VU
Founded 1579
Motto Hinc itur ad astra
From here the way leads to the stars
Colours Maroon
Mascot
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University Location

Address Universiteto Street 3
Vilnius
01513 Vilnius
Lithuania
Vilniaus Universitetas's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Vilniaus Universitetas Phone Number (5) 268 7183
Vilniaus Universitetas Fax Number (5) 268 7069
Other locations Kaunas

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Vilniaus Universitetas is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Vilniaus Universitetas's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Vilniaus Universitetas categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Vilniaus Universitetas.



Vilniaus Universitetas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Vilniaus Universitetas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Vilniaus Universitetas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Vilniaus Universitetas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Vilnius University has more than 1500 international students.

Vilniaus Universitetas's Admission Office Admission Office

Universiteto Street 3
Vilnius 01513
(5) 268 7183


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Vilniaus Universitetas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Vilniaus Universitetas is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Vilniaus Universitetas's Library University Library

Yes Visit Vilniaus Universitetas's Library


Vilniaus Universitetas's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Vilniaus Universitetas's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Vilniaus Universitetas's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


Vilniaus Universitetas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Vilniaus Universitetas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Vilniaus Universitetas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Vilniaus Universitetas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Vilniaus Universitetas's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Vilniaus Universitetas is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Lietuvos Respublikos švietimo ir mokslo ministerija

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1990


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vilniaus Universitetas's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Utrecht Network
  • Coimbra Group
  • ISEP network


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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