Colleges & Universities in Lithuania

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas

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world rank  1415

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Overview

Established in 1922, the Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas (Vytautas Magnus University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Kaunas (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Lietuvos Respublikos švietimo ir mokslo ministerija (Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Lithuania), Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas (VDU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Lithuanian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas (VDU) 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 103-year-old Lithuanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Lithuanian higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. VDU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Control Typepublic

Entity

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Vytautas Magnus University
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym VDU
Founded 1922
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University Location

Address K. Donelaicio g. 58
Kaunas
44248 Kaunas
Lithuania
Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas Phone Number (37) 327812
Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas Fax Number (37) 203858
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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 Vytauto Didžiojo 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 Vytauto Didžiojo 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 Vytauto Didžiojo 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 Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas.



Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


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


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Vytautas Magnus University has more than 1000 international students.

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Admission Office Admission Office

K. Donelaicio g. 52
Kaunas 44248
(37) 323206


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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

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Vytauto Didžiojo 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.


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.


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


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Library University Library

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Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Vytauto Didžiojo 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.


Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Lietuvos Respublikos švietimo ir mokslo ministerija

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1989


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • European University Association (EUA)


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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Free Online Courses

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