Tuition Fees and Cost of Living for Students in Lithuania
By Muntasir • Published May 31, 2026 • Updated Sep 27, 2026 • Study Abroad, Study in Europe, Country & City Guides, Money & Budgeting
Lithuanian university tuition for international students commonly runs from about 2,500 to 10,600 euros a year depending on program and level, plus a nonrefundable application fee. Student dorm rooms cost roughly 105 to 210 euros a month.
💶 Bachelor's tuition at Vytautas Magnus University for 2026-27 ranges 3,250-9,184 euros a year for EU/EFTA students and 3,400-9,600 euros for non-EU/EFTA students
Master's tuition at the same university ranges 2,500-10,624 euros a year for both EU and non-EU students
🏠 Dorm rooms cost roughly 105-210 euros a month depending on city and room type
Application fees are separate from tuition and usually non-refundable
Costs vary by university and field, so check the program page directly
What tuition costs
Tuition in Lithuania varies by university, degree level and field, and each institution sets its own fee table every year. At Vytautas Magnus University (VDU), one of Lithuania's largest universities, 2026-27 bachelor's tuition ranges from 3,250 to 9,184 euros a year for EU/EFTA students, and from 3,400 to 9,600 euros a year for non-EU/EFTA students, according to the university's tuition fee page .
Master's tuition at VDU runs from 2,500 to 10,624 euros a year, with the same range applying to EU and non-EU students. Business and humanities programs tend to sit at the lower end, while performing arts and specialized science programs run higher.
| Level | EU/EFTA students (per year) | Non-EU/EFTA students (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 3,250-9,184 euros | 3,400-9,600 euros |
| Master's | 2,500-10,624 euros | 2,500-10,624 euros |
These figures come from one university and give you a working reference point, not a national average. Vilnius University, Kaunas University of Technology and Vilnius Tech publish their own fee tables that sit above or below this range depending on the program. Check the specific program page for the exact figure before you budget or apply.
Application fees
On top of tuition, universities charge a separate application fee to process your file. VDU charges international applicants 150 euros, non-refundable, with a waiver for Ukrainian citizens. Budget for this fee per university if you apply to more than one, since joint admission through LAMA BPO does not remove individual institution fees.
State-funded vs self-funded places
Lithuanian and EU citizens compete for a limited number of state-funded places, which cover tuition in full as long as you keep your academic results above the required threshold each year. If you do not win a state-funded place, or you are a non-EU student without access to this track, you pay the full published fee, billed by semester at most universities. Confirm the billing schedule and any early-payment terms with your chosen university, since practice varies.
Housing costs
Student dormitories are the cheapest housing option. At VDU, published dormitory rates work out to roughly the following monthly costs, based on the daily rate charged per resident:
| Room type | Location | Approx. monthly cost |
|---|---|---|
| Two-bed block room | Kaunas, Dormitory No. 2 | ~105 euros |
| Two-bed room | Kaunas, Dormitory No. 2 | ~135 euros |
| Single-bed block room | Kaunas, Dormitory No. 2 | ~150 euros |
| Renovated two or three-bed room | Akademija, Dormitory No. 5 | ~165 euros |
| Single-bed room | Kaunas, Dormitory No. 2 | ~180 euros |
| Renovated single-bed room | Akademija or Vilnius | ~210 euros |
Source: VDU dormitory pricing . Rates at other universities differ, and private rentals in Vilnius generally cost more than dorm rooms or rentals in smaller cities such as Kaunas or Šiauliai.
Other costs to plan for
Beyond tuition and rent, budget for health insurance, study materials, a local transport pass, and everyday food and utilities. Requirements and exact amounts for compulsory fees such as student union contributions or insurance differ by university, so check your admission offer letter or student handbook for the current figures rather than relying on one national number.
EU and EEA students studying in Lithuania usually rely on their European Health Insurance Card for basic public healthcare access. Non-EU students typically arrange private health insurance as part of their visa or residence permit application. Confirm the current requirement with your university's international office before you travel.
How this compares within Europe
Lithuania sits among the more affordable places to study in the EU. Tuition and everyday costs tend to run lower than in Western Europe or the Nordic countries, though Vilnius costs more than smaller Lithuanian cities such as Kaunas or Šiauliai.