Slovakia – or the ‘Little Big Country’ as we say – has been a member state of the European Union since 2004. It is located in the heart of Europe, with the Danube River on the West-South and with the border to Ukraine in the East.
Slovakia is a progressive and dynamic country, but also a traditional one, and thus very diverse. The society has gone through dynamic changes in the last 2 – 3 decades. From central economic planning to a fully open market economy, Slovakia is now the biggest car producing country (per capita) in the world.
Modern technologies are being applied not only in the car industry, but also for example in the production of audio-visual home appliances. Innovations and new services are nowadays an important factor for us. New companies are started every day, new objects or city landmarks emerge, life conditions are improving, but we keep our traditional values as well.
Average length of a full-time higher education programme:
Tuition fee for non EU-students:
Studying in Slovakia is not only about a professional career, it is also about getting to know the country, the culture, the nature. Slovak universities offer their students a lot of extracurricular activities, especially when student organisations are involved – you can do sports, sing in a choir, go hiking in the mountains with other students and much more.
World-changing inventions are associated with the names of Joseph Maximiliam Petzval (inventor of photographic objective lens), Jozef Murgaš (inventor of the wireless telegraph), Jan Bahýľ (inventor of the helicopter), Štefan Banič (inventor of the parachute), Aurel Stodola (founder of the theory of steam and gas turbines), Ivan Alexander Getting (inventor of GPS), and others.
Slovakia is also coloured by a very rich, old and diverse folk culture of songs, music, dances, fairy tales and art. Some of the most popular sports include ice hockey, football and cycling.
Number of higher education institutions: 36
Number of international students in higher education: 10000+
Accommodation approx. 200 euros
Housing costs depend on the location, quality of the accommodation and on the season but the prices per month usually range from €100–150 in the dormitories to €250–400 in private flats.
Food approx. 150 euros
Studies and personal requirements (books, culture, recreation): approx. 50 euros
The ISIC (International Student Identity Card) card is the most advantageous card for all students. It allows cardholders to get student discounts for transport, restaurants, cinemas, museums, exhibitions and concerts.
Total per month approx. 500 Euros
The average monthly living expenses for a student in Slovakia are approximately 450-650 euros.
You may apply for the student visa at the competent representative authority at the earliest six months before your planned travel date. You should not apply later than 15 calendar days before your planned stay.
Contact your EUCAS advisor for more details.
International students have the right to work part-time while studying in Slovakia as long as they are enrolled in a university.
You can only work for a maximum of 16 hours/week during your studies.
