Quick Summary
Situated in Kaunas, Lithuania, Vytautas Magnus University is a public established in 1922. Ranked #741-750 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7800 students including 15% from outside Lithuania. Known for strengths in Arts and Humanities, Education, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
VMU is the only university in the region offering a comprehensive liberal arts education system, promoting interdisciplinary study and critical thinking.
Subject Strengths
Arts and HumanitiesEducationSocial SciencesPolitical SciencesLinguistics
Founded1922
TypePublic
Total Students7800
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus SizeDistributed Urban Campus
Affiliated HospitalsHospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kauno klinikos
AccreditationCentre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#741-750
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Integrated Studies
Programs
24
PhD Programs
Available (Blended and Distance Learning)
Online Programs
VMU Agriculture Academy Research Center, Institute of Foreign Languages, Social Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท July 1 (Non-EU), August 1 (EU)
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท November 1 (Non-EU), December 1 (EU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight extracurricular activities and personal motivation in the statement of purpose; ensure all educational documents are officially translated and legalized.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
โฌ3,000/yr
per year ยท EUR
Living Cost
โฌ6,000/yr
per year ยท EUR
PG Tuition
โฌ4,200/yr
per year ยท EUR
Application Fee
$110
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
โฌ9,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท EUR
Scholarships AvailableVDU Scholarship for International Students, State Scholarships, Erasmus+ Mobility Grants
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidTuition fee waivers, Accommodation discounts
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Integrated Studies programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International Relations and Diplomacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Molecular Biology and Biotechnology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Informatics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Education Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with regional and international organizations
Industry Connections
Invest LithuaniaKaunas INBarclaysWestern Union
Notable Alumni
Valdas Adamkus, Mantas Kalnietis, Algirdas Butkeviฤius
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Student Dormitories)
Sports Facilities
VMU Sports Center, Gyms, Basketball Courts, Football Pitch
Student Clubs
Academic Student Organizations, ESN VDU, VMU Debate Club, University Choir
Library Resources
VMU Library system with extensive digital databases and 6 faculty branches
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, Magellan Exchange
Summer Programs
Baltic Summer University (BSU)