Finances and Exchange Opportunities
The first year of studies can raise many questions, so here you will find the most important information about financial opportunities, study rotation, tuition compensation, loans, and exchange programs. We hope this information will help you better understand how the university works, what opportunities await you, and where to turn if you need help. Feel free to use this information—your academic journey is just beginning!
Scholarships
While studying at Vilnius University, students can receive various types of financial support, merit-based incentives, and scholarships for social or academic involvement. You can find out about the scholarships currently offered by VU below.
Remember that scholarship regulations, conditions, and amounts may change, so always check the latest information on the University’s and your Faculty’s websites and social media channels.
University provides the following scholarships:
Tuition Fees and Tuition Fees Reduction
Tuition fees may be reduced for students who actively participate in sports and represent the University, as well as for those engaged in the University's scientific research or cultural activities for at least 2 years. Students who qualify for these activities can receive a tuition reduction of at least 30 per cent for one semester.
State-Supported Loans
State-supported loans are available to students each year during the autumn and/or spring semesters. Loan repayment begins one year after graduation or termination of studies. The repayment period is 15 years.
Tuition Fee Compensation
Students from the EU/EFTA who are enrolled in non-State-funded places may be eligible for a refund of their tuition fees. Tuition fees can be reimbursed to those students who complete the relevant study period and achieve the best learning outcomes, provided they meet the necessary criteria:
- have no academic debts.
- have fulfilled all study programme requirements during the assessed period.
- have achieved an excellent or typical level of academic achievement.
The reimbursed amount may cover all or part of the tuition fees for the relevant study period, but it will not exceed the standard tuition fee. Students eligible for cost compensation for their studies will be informed individually.
Students can apply for three types of loans:
Rotation and Study Funding
Rotation is an annual process in which students are ranked according to their learning outcomes and are assigned to different performance levels.
Students studying in non-State-funded places who achieve the highest results may be moved to State-funded places during rotation or if another student in a State-funded place discontinues their studies, while those in State-funded places who fail to meet the criteria for high-achieving students may lose their funding. The rotation takes place after retaking the exams, but no later than 30 September of each year.
*Only EU/EFTA citizens can participate in the rotation.
Exchange Opportunities
Going on a student exchange is a perfect opportunity to experience different teaching methods used at foreign universities and broaden your horizons. Experience other cultures, languages, traditions, and countries – these are the benefits of embracing the opportunity to study abroad on a mobility programme. You’ll also improve your communication skills, make friends from around the world, and gain valuable experience to help tackle global challenges.