Introduction

Vytautas Magnus University is a public non-profit university located in Kaunas, Lithuania. The university cooperates with the European University Association (EUA) and offers bachelor's and master's degree programs in different fields.

Overview

Number of students: There are about 8,013 students, of which about 1,694 are international students, accounting for about 15%.

Number of faculty and staff: The total number of faculty and staff is about 1,043, of which 481 are academic staff.

History and establishment time

The university was founded in 1922 and was originally called the University of Lithuania. In 1930, it was renamed Vytautas Magnus University to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of Vytautas, the great ruler of Lithuania.

Strength of school operation

Faculty: There are 481 academic staff who have rich teaching and research experience in their respective fields and can provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

Teaching resources: The school is equipped with modern teaching facilities, with 30 research and art centers and 50 high-tech laboratories provide good conditions for students' study and research.

International Cooperation: It has established extensive cooperative relations with many universities around the world, such as the University of Bergen, the University of Urbino, Fordham University and Kyung Hee University, providing students with rich international exchange and learning opportunities.

Institutional Nature

Public University.

Educational Philosophy

Emphasis on academic freedom, focusing on cultivating graduates with broad humanities literacy to meet Lithuania's needs in research, culture, education and economy.

Promote general education, set up common humanities and general education courses for all students in the first two years of undergraduate studies, aiming to cultivate well-rounded, free and creative talents.

Adopting a liberal arts education model, providing minor and major courses, focusing on interdisciplinary educational methods and multilingual teaching, and cultivating students' comprehensive literacy and interdisciplinary thinking ability.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Covering multiple fields such as agricultural sciences, arts, biomedical sciences, humanities, physical sciences, social sciences and technical sciences, among which arts and humanities, education, life sciences, social sciences and other disciplines are more prominent in the world university rankings.

Key laboratories: The school has 30 research and art centers and 50 high-tech laboratories, such as biomedical laboratories, information technology laboratories, environmental science laboratories, etc., provide strong support for scientific research in related disciplines.

Department Settings

The school has 13 academic departments, including the School of Economics and Management, the School of Arts, the School of Social Sciences, etc.

Ranking

QS World University Rankings: Ranked in the 741-750 range in 2025.

THE World University Rankings: Ranked in the 1201-1500 range in 2025.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Undergraduate tuition fees are approximately 2,600 euros per year, and tuition fees for different majors may vary. Master's tuition fees are generally at a lower level, and some majors may have special programs with higher tuition fees.

Living expenses: The annual living expenses are approximately 4,200 Euro.

Campus

Campus location: Located in Kaunas, the second largest city in Lithuania, the city has a profound cultural heritage and complete living facilities, providing convenience for students' study and life.

Campus facilities: The campus has complete teaching and living facilities, including teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, student dormitories, canteens, etc. At the same time, the school's art space also often hosts various cultural activities, such as the Kaunas Jazz Festival and the International Modern Dance Festival, which enriches students' extracurricular life.