Study review

The University of Ljubljana is the largest and oldest university in Slovenia and is one of the top 3% of universities in the world. This academic year, more than 37,000 students are studying at the University of Ljubljana - 3828 international students are studying at the University of Ljubljana, 1733 of them in bachelor’s and single-cycle master’s programmes, 1570 in master’s programmes and 525 in doctoral programmes.

Slovenia is a sustainable destination offering unique experiences that we are happy to share with you. It is a very diverse country in terms of geography, history, culture and language. During your studies, take time to discover this beautiful green country where the Alps meet the Mediterranean and the Pannonian Plain.

The University of Ljubljana’s 23 faculties and 3 art academies offer degree programmes in social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, medicine, technical fields, the arts and sports, which are designed in line with the Bologna Process guidelines. It is increasingly rare for a university to offer programmes in all disciplines, even on a global scale. Our aim is to ensure that our students use the knowledge and skills they have gained in the best possible way. During their studies, students can participate in various projects and become part of a diverse international community of professors and students.

Students in Slovenia enjoy a number of advantages compared to other countries. Students have subsidised food and transport and may perform student work. At the beginning of the academic year, we organise a welcome day for international students, where you can get first-hand information about studying at the University of Ljubljana and about life in Ljubljana and Slovenia. We also provide international student ambassadors, tutors and a variety of support activities so that you can better adjust to university life and the new environment.

Upcoming events for prospective students

What's extra?

Extracurricular activities

University of Ljubljana offer countless extracurricular activities, from art and culture, social activities, to sports.

Summer schools

From economics and business studies, law, social sciences, the arts, to natural and techical sciences. A great opportunity to further advance your knowledge of Slovene.

Study exchanges

1740x670 - Izmenjave (Željko Stevanić/IFP)

Study one or two semesters at one of University of Ljubljana partner universities. Broaden your horizons with Erasmus+ exchange programme.

Year plus

A set of courses (in addition to Slovenian classes) for international students to extend their student status if they meet the required conditions.

Learning Slovene

We have prepared various useful information and possibilities to help you acquire knowledge of Slovenian…

International student ambassadors

International student ambassadors are here to answer all your questions related to studies and life…

Calls for enrolment

We invite you to watch the video on completing the application and admission process:

Please note that the services offered by recruitment agents and agencies are not required to enrol at the University of Ljubljana.

Fees and scholarships

Fees and study contributions

Generally, fee is paid only by citizens of non-EU countries, students with already acquired equivalent degree of education, doctoral students and part-time students.

Scholarships

For scholarship opportunities please refer to the Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund's website.

Support

Tutelage

A tutor for international students helps international students take care of administrative matters and integrate into student life and a new culture.

Career centres

We offer personal counselling on the choice of study, workshops (self-evaluation, job search, career plan, job interview, etc.), career camps and dates with employers.

University in numbers

University of Ljubljana ranks among

601–700

of the best universities in the world (Shanghai Ranking)
Faculties

23
Art academies

3
Total number of enrolled students

37.000

10 % of which are international students
University of Ljubljana employs

6891

teachers, researchers, assistant professors, and professional and administrative staff
Undergraduate degree programmes

181

incl. 8 single-cycle master's degree programmes
Master's degree programmes

174

incl. 5 interdisciplinary master's degree programmes
Doctoral degree programmes

22

Quick facts

Slovenia

Population: 2 million
Area: 20,273 km²
Capital: Ljubljana
Official language: Slovenian
Currency: Euro
Political system: Democratic Republic
Member of the European union since 2004
Highest peak: Triglav (2864 m)
Coast: Adriatic Sea (47 km of coastline)

Ljubljana

The capital of Slovenia
Area: 275 km²
Population: 293.822
Average January temperature: around 0 °C
Average July temperature: above 20 °C
Kongresni trg is one of the central squares in Ljubljana featuring the seat of the University of Ljubljana

More about Slovenia and Ljubljana

Accommodation

The University of Ljubljana, unfortunately, does not provide student accommodation, but there is still a variety of accommodations available across the city. To help you make the right choice, research your option and find appropriate accommodation.

Transport

It is very easy to get around the city on foot, and there is a good public transport system covering the city and all the main suburbs. The most effective means of public transport in Ljubljana is the city bus.

Cost of living

To live comfortably while you are in Slovenia, you will need to have at least 600,00 € monthly for living costs, above the cost of your tuition. Actual expenditure depends on individual lifestyle.

More about accommodation, transport and cost of living

Having a student status allows you to work temporarily (part-time) via student job centers or, rather, a job referral note. These are a special type of contract, which can be obtained from employment agencies specialized for student work. Agencies, called Student Services (SS), offer lists of available student jobs and take care of payments. There are many different agencies around Slovenia. You can also work via the Student Service agency if you are a student from a foreign country and are living in Slovenia through international exchange programmes (studying or internship).

Technical assistance for filling out the application for enrolment: ekc@gov.si, + 386 1 478 85 90
Application and admission procedure: admission@uni-lj.si
Recognition of foreign secondary education: recognition@uni-lj.si
Contact persons for international students
Doctoral School
Year Plus: letoplus@uni-lj.si
Slovenian language courses: centerslo@ff.uni-lj.si
Study information: study.info@uni-lj.si

23 faculties and 3 art academies

Choose the right study programe