Study in Romania
Rich history shaped by Roman, Ottoman and Hungarian influences, bordered by Ukraine, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, Moldova and the Black Sea. High-standard universities, a growing international student community, and a wide range of full degree programs taught in English.
Why Study in Romania?
Affordable, EU-recognised education with strong medical, engineering and business programs — and full Schengen mobility.
1 Exceptional Affordability
Tuition of only €2,000–€5,000 per year with living costs around €400–€800 a month. High-achieving students can secure state-funded seats and full scholarships.
2 Globally Recognized Degrees
Complete degree programs taught in English, French or German, with qualifications accepted by employers and institutions worldwide.
3 World-Class Medical Programs
Romania is known for Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Carol Davila, Cluj-Napoca and other leading medical universities are highly regarded internationally.
4 Vibrant Student Life
Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași and Timișoara offer a dynamic student culture, safe public transport and excellent internet connectivity.
5 Work & Career Opportunities
As an EU member, part-time work is permitted alongside studies. Strong IT, engineering and business sectors make networking across Europe straightforward.
6 Full Schengen Access
Since January 2025 Romania is a full Schengen member, allowing students to travel freely across 26 European countries.
Required Documents
- Academic Transcripts
- Degrees (Apostille)
- Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- CV / Resume
- Recommendation Letters
- English Proof (IELTS / TOEFL / MOI)
- Birth Certificate (notarized)
- Medical Certificate (notarized)
- Passport-size Photographs
- CNIC
Duration, Intakes & Tests
- Bachelor’s: 3–4 years
- Master’s: 1–2 years
- Main Intake: September (Winter)
- Application Deadline: up to 30 July
- IELTS: 5.5 – 6.5
- TOEFL: 87 – 109
- Cambridge: 160–179 (B2)
- Duolingo & PTE are not accepted
Popular Universities in Romania
A selection of institutions that regularly welcome international students across medicine, engineering, business and social sciences.
- University of Bucharest
- Romanian-American University
- Babeș-Bolyai University
- Politehnica University of Bucharest
- University of Pitești
- Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE)
- West University of Timișoara
- Polytechnic University of Timișoara
- Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, Iași
- Transilvania University of Brașov
- Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
- Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu
- Titu Maiorescu University
- University of Petroșani
- Ovidius University of Constanța
- George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Târgu Mureș
- Apollonia University of Iași
- Vasile Goldiș Western University of Arad
- George Bacovia University
- Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University
- Danubius International University
- Constantin Brâncoveanu University
Ready to Start Your Journey in Romania?
Complete guidance for admission, visa and scholarship applications — from document preparation to your arrival in Bucharest.