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# 🇸🇮 Studying in Slovenia for international applicants

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## Higher education in Slovenia at a glance {#c1}

University of Ljubljana - Ljubljana

Slovenia is a compact, safe country in the heart of Europe, with affordable Bologna-system education and degrees recognized across the EU. It's a convenient, inexpensive entry into the European education space, especially appealing to CIS students.

The capital, Ljubljana, is a green student city at the crossroads between Vienna, Venice and Zagreb, opening up wide travel opportunities during your studies.

## Advantages of studying in Slovenia {#c2}

- Affordable tuition and living costs in the EU.
- Degrees are recognized across Europe (the Bologna system).
- Programs in English at a number of universities.
- A safe country in the heart of Europe.
- Close to Italy, Austria and Croatia.

## Cost & accommodation {#c3}

GEA College - Ljubljana

Slovenia is one of the most affordable ways to get a European education. Tuition and living costs are noticeably lower than in Western Europe, with full EU recognition of the degree.

In a consultation we'll share current amounts for the specific program.

## Steps to enrolment {#c4}

International applicants are admitted on the basis of their diploma and proven language proficiency (Slovenian or English). Documents usually require translation and recognition.

We'll help you choose a program, prepare documents and arrange a student visa.

Step by step:

1. Nostrification. Certificate recognition first - start months ahead.
2. Apply. Centralized national portal; the main window is spring.
3. Language. Slovenian is close to other Slavic languages - a year-long course reaches study level; English programs exist.
4. Residence permit. Standard process, plus legal part-time work via the student service.

## Admission with an 11-year school certificate

Certificates are accepted directly after nostrification - no preparatory year. Slovenia combines an EU diploma, Slavic language proximity and a soft entry bar: most programs admit on documents. Comparisons - in our [study-abroad guide](https://www.studyu.org/en/blog-where-is-it-easiest-to-study-abroad).

## Master's degrees in Slovenia

Diplomas accepted directly (with recognition). Ljubljana and Maribor offer moderate prices, and the student-service work system genuinely supports budgets.

## What studying in Slovenia costs

| Expense | Budget for |
| --- | --- |
| Bachelor's (non-EU) | €2,000-5,000 / year |
| Master's | €2,000-6,000 / year |
| Living in Ljubljana | €600-900 / month |
| Part-time work | legal via the student service |

## FAQ {#c-faq}

### Is a Slovenian degree recognized in Europe?

Yes, Slovenia is part of the EU and the Bologna system, so degrees are recognized across Europe.

### Is it expensive to study in Slovenia?

No - it's one of the most affordable options for European education in terms of tuition and living costs.

### Are there programs in English?

Yes, a number of universities and programs are taught in English. We'll point out which suit you.

### Do I need to know Slovenian?

For English-taught programs, no. Slovenian-taught ones require a language proficiency certificate.

### Can I apply to Slovenia right after an 11-year school?

Yes, after nostrification - directly, with document-based admission at most programs.

### How much does studying in Slovenia cost?

Non-EU: €2,000-5,000 a year for bachelor's. Ljubljana living: €600-900 a month.

### Is Slovenian hard?

For Slavic-language speakers it's one of the fastest European languages - a year-long course reaches study level. English programs exist too.

### Can students work?

Yes, legally through the student service - a local system built exactly for that.

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## Slovenia is strongest for a focused European shortlist

Slovenia suits students who want a smaller European environment, manageable cities and a practical route into business, economics, management or selected public-university programmes. It is not the broadest destination on the site, so the decision depends heavily on the exact university and whether the programme language works for the student.

StudyU compares Slovenia with Austria, Hungary, Czechia and Italy when a family wants Europe but does not want the choice to become too expensive or chaotic. The right route should show one main university, one stronger academic alternative and one safer reserve before the first payment.

## Universities in Slovenia we help you get into

Each comes with a full guide - faculties, prices and requirements. The list will keep growing.

### University of Ljubljana

### GEA College

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