Study Medicine in Kaunas

Lithuanian University of Health Sciences · Lithuania

Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine in English in Lithuania's second-largest city.

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Overview

At a glance

The key facts about this university at a glance.

Programmes

Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine

Tuition fees

Medicine 6,400 EUR per semester, Dentistry 6,800 EUR per semester

Duration

6 years (Dentistry 5 years)

Language of instruction

English

Admission process

Entrance test in biology and chemistry plus a motivational interview, no grade cut-off

Intake

Autumn semester

Recognition

Automatically recognised across the EU

Living costs

approx. 500 to 650 EUR per month

Total students

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6 years (Dentistry 5 years)

Climate

Climate in Varna

In Varna, daytime highs reach 20°C and above from May to September. It gets warmest in August, averaging 28°C.

Placement without a grade cut-off — we place you regardless of your school-leaving grades. We go through the specific requirements together.

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Location

Where this university is

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54.8985, 23.9036
Why here

Why study medicine here?

Die LSMU entstand 2010 aus dem Zusammenschluss der Medizinischen Universität Kaunas und der Litauischen Veterinärakademie. Sie zählt rund 7.000 Studierende, davon etwa ein Viertel aus dem Ausland, und bietet Human-, Zahn- und Veterinärmedizin sowie Pharmazie auf Englisch an. Die Humanmedizin umfasst 360 ECTS; die klinische Ausbildung findet an akkreditierten Kliniken in Litauen statt.

  • Programmes: Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine
  • Language of instruction: English
  • Standard duration: 6 years (Dentistry 5 years)
  • Start of studies: Autumn semester
  • Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for placement at this university through Medschool Experts.
Programmes

Programmes and languages of instruction

Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.

  • Medicine: The Medicine programme leads to a medical degree. The pre-clinical phase establishes the scientific foundations; the clinical phase adds patient-facing work.
  • Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine: Programme taught in English at Litauische Universität für Gesundheitswissenschaften (LSMU).
Campus

Study conditions and campus life

Human- und Veterinärmedizin dauern sechs Jahre, die Zahnmedizin fünf. Die Jahre eins und zwei sind vorklinisch angelegt und decken Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie ab. Ab dem dritten Jahr steht die Klinik im Vordergrund: Innere Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie werden mit Praktika an den akkreditierten Kliniken in Litauen verbunden. Im letzten Jahr arbeitest du überwiegend praktisch, vergleichbar mit dem deutschen Praktischen Jahr.

Admission

Admission and entrance exam

The basic requirement for placement at this location is a general higher-education entrance qualification. When placed through Medschool Experts, there is no separate entrance test. Get in touch to find out whether we can place you at this university, and book a free study consultation.

NC-freie Medizinstudienplätze im In- und Ausland

Persönlich begleitet von Zahnarzt Marcel Kloos, vom ersten Gespräch bis zum Berufseinstieg.
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  • Passende Uni-Auswahl & sichere Vermittlung
  • NC-freier Studienplatz im Ausland mit Anerkennung in Deutschland
  • Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
  • Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
  • Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparation

Preparing properly with Medschool Experts

We handle the complete application, including all formalities, and submit it on time. We guide you through the study visa, enrolment, and administrative requirements on the ground. Because Lithuania is an EU member state, recognition of your degree within the EU is generally straightforward — we advise you on the requirements for your specific target country. We remain your point of contact after your studies begin.

Costs

Tuition fees and living costs

The tuition fee is Medicine 6,400 EUR per semester, Dentistry 6,800 EUR per semester. Before making any decision, ask the International Office to confirm the amount in writing, specifying whether accommodation, insurance, and registration fees are included.

Additional one-off costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and usually a deposit for accommodation. Budget approx. 500 to 650 EUR per month for living costs.

Recognition

Recognition and career prospects

Litauen gehört zur Europäischen Union, deshalb fallen die Abschlüsse der Litauischen Universität für Gesundheitswissenschaften (LSMU) in Kaunas unter die Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG. Ob Humanmedizin, Zahnmedizin oder Veterinärmedizin: In Deutschland werden sie automatisch anerkannt, eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung oder Kenntnisprüfung entfällt.

Den Antrag auf Approbation richtest du an die zuständige Behörde des Bundeslandes, in dem du später arbeiten möchtest — bei Tierärzten ist das die dortige Veterinärverwaltung. Dazu gehört der Nachweis deutscher Sprachkenntnisse auf Fachsprachniveau. Die Bearbeitung dauert je nach Bundesland unterschiedlich lange. In Österreich ist die Österreichische Ärztekammer zuständig, in der Schweiz die MEBEKO, in beiden Ländern nach derselben EU- beziehungsweise EFTA-Regel.

Anschließend kannst du die Facharztweiterbildung, die zahnärztliche oder die tierärztliche Weiterbildung an Einrichtungen mit Weiterbildungsbefugnis aufnehmen, gleichgestellt mit Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Dass die LSMU seit dem Zusammenschluss mit der Litauischen Veterinärakademie im Jahr 2010 alle drei Fächer an einem Standort bündelt, prägt das Netzwerk, das du mitnimmst. Bis zum Antrag begleitet dich die Medizinerschmiede.

Alumni now practising internationally

Former students of this university who, according to publicly available sources, now work as doctors or dentists internationally. Anonymised overview — not an indication of any cooperation with Medschool Experts.

We are not currently aware of any publicly known alumni from this university practising as doctors or dentists internationally.
On the ground

The city as a place to study

Kaunas is located in Lithuania. Living costs of approx. 500 to 650 EUR per month are well below Western European levels. We go through the specifics of accommodation, daily life alongside a demanding medical programme, and what it actually costs in a consultation — we prefer to give you reliable figures rather than advertising promises.

  • City: Kaunas
  • Country: Lithuania
  • Living costs: approx. 500 to 650 EUR per month
  • Entry: Student visa required

About the author

Profilbild Marcel Kloos

Marcel Kloos

Federally recognised dentist, founder and owner of Medschool Experts

Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.

He now lives in Bern and runs the company full-time as its owner. He visits the partner universities in person on a regular basis.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this university

What are the entry requirements for Litauische Universität für Gesundheitswissenschaften (LSMU) in Kaunas?

You need a general higher-education entrance qualification (A-levels or equivalent). There is no numerus clausus, so your school-leaving grade does not determine your place. You will also need a sufficient command of English and a student visa.

How do I apply through Medschool Experts?

Medschool Experts handles placement at this location without a grade-based admission cap. Whether we can place you with your profile is something we clarify in a free, no-obligation consultation — where we also discuss which university is the best fit for you.

What does it cost to study at Litauische Universität für Gesundheitswissenschaften (LSMU)?

The tuition fee is Medicine 6,400 EUR per semester, Dentistry 6,800 EUR per semester. Additional costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and accommodation. Always ask the International Office to confirm every figure in writing — figures quoted by third-party portals can vary significantly.

How much money do I need per month in Kaunas?

Budget approx. 500 to 650 EUR per month for living costs. This is well below Western European levels. The exact amount depends mainly on whether you live in student accommodation or privately.

How is the programme structured and how long does it take?

The programme lasts 6 years (Dentistry 5 years). First comes the pre-clinical phase with the theoretical foundations, then the clinical phase with examination courses and placements at affiliated hospitals. The final year is primarily practical in focus.

Is the degree recognised in the EU?

As Lithuania is an EU member state, medical degrees are automatically recognised across the EU under the Professional Qualifications Directive, provided graduation requirements are met. For non-EU countries you wish to practise in, confirm requirements separately.

Will I receive a transcript of records?

Yes. Your performance is recorded in a transcript showing subjects, examinations, and grades. This is exactly the document the authorities need later for the equivalence assessment. Keep all semester certificates and grade reports safely — they are difficult to obtain retrospectively.

Can I transfer to a university in my home country during my studies?

There is no automatic transfer route. A transfer to a domestic faculty involves an individual credit-recognition process and depends on available places in higher semesters. Plan your studies as a complete path to graduation.

How does Medschool Experts support you on the ground?

We organise the application and all documents, support you through enrolment, accommodation, and administrative requirements, and remain your contact after your studies begin. We also tell you upfront where the weaknesses of this particular location lie.

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