Vilnius University*

Vilnius University*

LITHUANIA

THE UNIVERSITY / Welcome to Vilnius University – the oldest and largest Lithuanian higher education institution. Since its establishment in the 16th century, Vilnius University, as integral part of European science and culture has embodied the concept of a classical university and the unity of studies and research.
Vilnius University is an active participant in international scientific and academic activities and boasts many prominent scientists, professors and graduates. Scientific development and the expanding relations with global research centers have contributed to the variety of research and studies at Vilnius University. With the support of social partners, the university educates globally–minded specialists who successfully integrate in the modern European community.
Vilnius University is a classical university with over 430 years of academic traditions and the widest range of study programs in Lithuania. The university offers an academic environment focused on excellence in research and teaching.
Vilnius University is 1st in Lithuania according to national ranking. It is the most popular and most acknowledged higher education establishment among Lithuanian secondary school graduates.

THE CITY / Vilnius the capital of Lithuania, and its largest city, with a population of 554,060 (838,852 together with Vilnius County) as of 2011.It is located in the southeast of the country. It is the second biggest city of the Baltic states, after Riga.
Vilnius is the seat of the Vilnius city municipality and of the Vilnius district municipality. It is also the capital of Vilnius County. The first known written record of Vilnius as the Lithuanian capital is known from Gediminas' letters in 1323.
Vilnius is classified as a Gamma global city according to GaWC studies, and is known for its Old Town of beautiful architecture, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Its Jewish influence until the 20th century has led to it being described as the “Jerusalem of Lita" and Napoleon named it "the Jerusalem of the North" as he was passing through in 1812. In the year 2009, Vilnius was the European Capital of Culture, together with the Austrian city of Linz.
LOCATION / Vilnius, Lithuania
GENERAL
WEBSITE / http://www.vu.lt/en
EXCHANGE
STUDIES /
Every year over 400 international non-degree students study at Vilnius University. The term “international student” is applied to those students who have completed their prior education in any other country but Lithuania.
International students who come for a period of study to Vilnius University fall into two categories: exchange and degree students.
Courses taught in foreign languages
Courses at Vilnius University 2012/2013
http://www.vu.lt/en/studies/exchange-students/courses-taught-in-foreign-languages
APPLICATION /

Application forms

Applications to be sent to Vilnius University:
Exchange students
·  Application form
·  Learning Agreement
·  Application for Accommodation
(if a student wants to stay in the international students' dormitory)
·  Passport or ID card copy
·  Transcript of Records
·  Letter of Nomination
All application documents should be sent to: International Programs and Relations Office Vilnius University Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius
Lithuania
After admission students are provided with the Letter of Acceptance and the information package which is uaually sent to the student's permanent address within3 weeks after the receipt of application documents, but not earlier than May 15 (Autumn semester) and October 15(spring semester).
APPLICATION
DEADLINES / Fall Semester: February 15 Spring Semester: September 15
ACADEMIC
CALENDAR / Autumn semester
·  September 3 - January 26
Spring semester
·  February 4 - June 30
HOUSING /
International Student Dormitory
Application for the accommodation
Accommodation in Vilnius University international dormitories is available only for Vilnius University students during the academic year (i.e. from September 1st until June 30th). Application for Accommodation must be submitted at least two months before the scheduled arrival and sent by one of these means:
·  by fax (+370 5 268 7069)
·  by e-mail: http://www.vu.lt/en/component/contact/
·  regular mail to:
International Programs and Relations Office
Universiteto Street 3
LT – 01513 Vilnius
International Programs and Relations Office will forward your application to the Accommodation Office. The contact for accommodation is:
Ausra Kuzminskaite
Accommodation Office
E-mail:
Contact telephone number +370 5 268 7168
The Housing Request must be completed in capital letters and students must contact with the Accommodation Officer Ms Ausra Kuzminskaite by email for their beforehand reservation to January 15th. All enquiries or questions regarding to the accommodation should be sent to the Accommodation Office too.

INSURANCE / All international students are supposed to have medical insurance valid in Lithuania for the study period.
Health insurance for EU citizens
Students from EU countries are not required to have any special health insurance. European insurance card or form E111 confirming that a student has EU health insurance, valid in Lithuania.
Health insurance for non EU citizens
Students from non EU countries may obtain their health insurance either in their country or in Lithuania. It costs approximately 50 litas per month or more if you take it in Lithuania. Students from non EU countries applying for visahave to prove to the migration office that they have a valid health insurance. The following requirements for the insurance contract (policy) have to be fulfilled:
·  The health insurance contract (policy) shall guarantee that all basic medical assistance costs and travel expenses which may arise in connection with the return, for health reasons, of an alien to homeland (medical transportation, including escort by medical brigade or a doctor) will be covered;
·  The following information shall be indicated in the insurance policy:
·  Number of Health insurance contract (policy);
·  Particulars of the insurance undertaking (name, address of registered office, telephone and fax numbers);
·  Full name of insured person;
·  The amount of health insurance contract (not less then 20000 Litas);
·  Duration of health insurance contract (at least till the end of study period);
·  Territorial coverage of health insurance contract (policy);
·  Non-insured events.

EXPECTED
COSTS / Costs of living
A student is expected to spend approximately 600 litas per month for food. The price for a meal at the VU canteen or cafeteriaranges from8 to20 litas. The price of a monthly ticket for public transport within the city is from 14,00 (for bus or trolleybus) to 20,00 Litas (combined ticket for bus and trolleybus). According to recent calculations, the total monthly living expenses of a single student are around 1200 litas, accommodation included.
Type of expenses / Monthly expenses
Accommodation / 200 Litas
Food / 600 Litas
Books / 200 Litas
Health care / 50 Litas
Local transport / 20Litas
Miscellaneous / 200 Litas
Total: / 1270 Litas
ADDITIONAL
INFO / Rita Vienažindienė
International Students Coordinator Tel. +370 5 268 71 50
E-mail:

* Information subject to change