Medicine

WHY STUDY MEDICINE AT VILNIUS UNIVERSITY?

• The programme incorporates the classical teaching model in order to develop a firm foundation in basic science before entering the clinical field.
• A unique opportunity to practice in one of the six largest Lithuanian hospitals and benefit from early interaction with patients through visits to general practices.
• Integrated internship

https://www.vu.lt/en/studies/bachelor-studies/56-studies/studies/2770-medicine

• Applicants are required to take one of the following tests:
  • SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M MIN score: 600. SAT exam is taken at home country or any other country where test is offered. For further information: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat-subject-tests/subjects/science/biology-em
  • MCAT Test MIN score: 500. MCAT exam is taken at home country or any other country where test is offered. For further information: https://students-residents.aamc.org/applying-medical-school/taking-mcat-exam/

Applicants who have a degree (or have studied) in Biomedical Sciences can apply without taking SAT Subject Test in Biology or MCAT Test. In such case please submit the diploma and the transcripts when applying.

SAT Subject Test in Biology or MCAT Test is required even for those applicants whose countries of residency do not offer the tests.

SAT Subject Test in Biology and MCAT scores are valid for two years.

• Completion of either a biology, physics, mathematics or chemistry course at the secondary education level is an advantage.
• English language proficiency. TOEFL score: 65+ (internet-based) or IELTS score: 5.5+.

Students whose first language is English and/or who has a university degree in English, and/or who are taking SAT Subject Test in Biology or MCAT Test are not required to submit any additional proof of proficiency in English.

• Only the selected candidates will be invited for the interview.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

Explore our funding opportunities. These includes state scholarships and mobility scholarships. Check your eligibility today.

State Funded Places for Bachelor Students

Citizens of countries of the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), persons (non-EU/EEA) granted a right of permanent residence in the Republic of Lithuania, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of the Diaspora and people of Lithuanian origin can apply for the State Funded Place in the programme.

For more information, please follow the link or contact us by e-mail ask@vu.lt.

Scholarships for Integrated Studies

A monthly scholarship is offered for the nationals of Ukraine, the Republic of Belarus, the Republic of Georgia, Republic of Armenia, the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Republic of Moldova, Japan, the People's Republic of China, the Republic of Korea, the State of Israel and foreign citizens of Lithuanian origin (10 grants altogether).

Read about conditions and application procedure here.

For more information, please contact by e-mail  or phone +370 5 261 0592.

Financial Support for Outgoing mobility for Vilnius University Students

Full-time students of Vilnius University have an opportunity to receive financial support of free tuition for exchange studies.

Explore exchange possibilities for Vilnius University degree students here
For more information, please contact trs@cr.vu.lt.

State Scholarship for the Lithuanian Language and Culture Courses

Education Exchanges Support Foundation takes pleasure in offering Lithuanian state scholarships for students, lecturers and researchers of foreign countries to attend Lithuanian language and culture courses.

Please note: Internship is integrated into the curriculum of Medicine study programme and is an obligatory step of the programme, however, students are free to choose where to complete the internship – in Lithuania or other country. Those who are willing to do their internships in Lithuania are required to have at least B1 level in Lithuanian Language. B1 level in Lithuanian Language is also required when applying for license of health care professionals. Lithuanian Language course is an optional course in Medicine/Dentistry study programme and is available for all who are willing to choose it.

FOR TRANSFERING STUDENTS

The Faculty of Medicine accepts transfer students strictly only to the 2nd and 3rd semester (not any later semesters). If interested, please send a copy of a transcript of academic records from your current university to the coordinator of international studies at the Faculty of Medicine Justė Andrikonytė, e-mail:  for the initial evaluation.