Study Medicine in Vilnius
Vilnius University · Lithuania
Medicine and Dentistry in English at Vilnius University, founded in 1579.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine and Dentistry
Tuition fees
Medicine 7,050 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,500 EUR per semester
Duration
6 years (Dentistry 5 years)
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Entrance exam or an accepted admissions test (BMAT, IMAT, MCAT, NEET)
Intake
Autumn semester
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month
Total students
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6 years (Dentistry 5 years)
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Why study medicine here?
Die Universität Vilnius wurde 1579 gegründet und ist die größte Hochschule Litauens; die Medizinische Fakultät besteht seit 1781. Der sechsjährige Studiengang Humanmedizin umfasst 360 ECTS und schließt mit dem Titel Medical Doctor, Master in Health Sciences ab. Der Aufbau folgt einem klassischen Modell mit vorklinischem Abschnitt, klinischen Semestern und praktischem Jahr; die klinische Ausbildung findet an Kliniken in Vilnius statt.
- Programmes: Medicine and Dentistry
- 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 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: Dentistry is practical from the outset: phantom courses in the pre-clinical phase, then supervised patient treatment.
Study conditions and campus life
Humanmedizin umfasst in Vilnius sechs Jahre und 360 ECTS, Zahnmedizin fünf Jahre. In den ersten beiden Jahren stehen die vorklinischen Fächer im Mittelpunkt: Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie. Vom dritten Jahr an folgt der klinische Teil mit Innerer Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie, jeweils mit Praktika an den Kliniken in Vilnius. Den Abschluss bildet ein praktisches Jahr, das dem deutschen PJ entspricht.
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
- 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
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.
Tuition fees and living costs
The tuition fee is Medicine 7,050 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,500 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. 650 to 850 EUR per month for living costs.
Recognition and career prospects
Die Universität Vilnius liegt in Litauen und damit in der Europäischen Union. Ihr sechsjähriger Abschluss Medical Doctor, Master in Health Sciences wird in Deutschland nach der Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG automatisch anerkannt, ebenso der fünfjährige zahnmedizinische Abschluss der Medizinischen Fakultät. Eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung oder Kenntnisprüfung ist nicht vorgesehen.
Praktisch beantragst du die ärztliche oder zahnärztliche Approbation bei der Approbationsbehörde des Bundeslandes, in dem du arbeiten willst. Dort weist du deutsche Sprachkenntnisse auf Fachsprachniveau nach. Die Bearbeitungszeit unterscheidet sich von Bundesland zu Bundesland. Österreich regelt die Zulassung über die Österreichische Ärztekammer, die Schweiz über die MEBEKO, in beiden Fällen nach derselben EU- beziehungsweise EFTA-Regel.
Danach kannst du dich in Deutschland um eine Stelle in der Facharztweiterbildung bewerben, an Kliniken und Praxen mit Weiterbildungsbefugnis und gleichgestellt mit Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Die Universität Vilnius besteht seit 1579, ihre Medizinische Fakultät seit 1781; der Abschluss dieser Fakultät gilt in allen Mitgliedstaaten, sodass dir später auch ein Wechsel innerhalb Europas offensteht.
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.
The city as a place to study
Vilnius is located in Lithuania. Living costs of approx. 650 to 850 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: Vilnius
- Country: Lithuania
- Living costs: approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month
- Entry: Student visa required
About the author
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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Frequently asked questions about this university
What are the entry requirements for Universität Vilnius, Medizinische Fakultät in Vilnius?
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 Universität Vilnius, Medizinische Fakultät?
The tuition fee is Medicine 7,050 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,500 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 Vilnius?
Budget approx. 650 to 850 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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