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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 445-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
Acronym VU
Founded 1579
Motto Hinc itur ad astra
From here the way leads to the stars
Colours Maroon
Video Presentation

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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 +370 (5) 268 7183
Vilniaus Universitetas Fax Number +370 (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 Vilniaus Universitetas's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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

Courses and Programs

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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 Vilniaus Universitetas's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay 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

uniRank publishes below some basic Vilniaus Universitetas's admission information.

Vilniaus Universitetas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Vilniaus Universitetas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Vilniaus Universitetas a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Vilniaus Universitetas's acceptance rate range is 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

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Vilniaus Universitetas.

Vilniaus Universitetas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Vilniaus Universitetas has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Vilniaus Universitetas's Control Type Control Type

Vilniaus Universitetas is a public higher education institution.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Entity Type Entity Type

Vilniaus Universitetas 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 type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Vilniaus Universitetas does not have any religious affiliation.


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

uniRank provides below an overview of Vilniaus Universitetas's main facilities:


Vilniaus Universitetas's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Vilniaus Universitetas's Library


Vilniaus Universitetas's Housing University Housing

Not reported


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

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


Vilniaus Universitetas's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Vilniaus Universitetas's main services:


Vilniaus Universitetas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Vilniaus Universitetas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Vilniaus Universitetas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


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 academic divisions and a simplified 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

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Vilniaus Universitetas's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Vilniaus Universitetas's Facebook page Vilniaus Universitetas's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Vilniaus Universitetas's X (formerly Twitter) page Vilniaus Universitetas's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Vilniaus Universitetas's YouTube channel Vilniaus Universitetas's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Vilniaus Universitetas's Instagram page Vilniaus Universitetas's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Vilniaus Universitetas's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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