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Slovenia

Alps, Adriatic, and low-cost EU study.

5
Universities
5K
International students
Low / free (EU)
Public tuition
Schengen
EU member
Overview

Why Slovenia.

Slovenia packs Alps, Adriatic coast, and a green, safe lifestyle into one small EU country — with low-cost public universities and a growing English-taught catalogue. Ljubljana's beauty, central location, and affordability make it a hidden gem for European study.

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Low-cost public study

Public universities are free or low-cost for EU students and affordable for others — strong value in the Schengen zone.

University of Ljubljana

Slovenia's flagship ranks among Central Europe's best, with growing English-taught programmes.

Alps to Adriatic

Ski in the morning, swim in the afternoon — one of Europe's greenest, most scenic countries.

Central & safe

Bordering Italy, Austria, and Croatia, with very low crime and an easygoing pace of life.

Affordable & welcoming

Low living costs and a small, friendly international community make settling in easy.

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Intakes

When you can
begin.

Autumn intake
Starts October 2026
Apply Feb–Jun 2026

The main intake — all programmes open; international rounds vary by university.

Spring intake
Starts February 2027
Apply Sep–Nov 2026

A small second intake at some universities.

Cost of studying

What it really
costs.

Slovenia pairs low-cost public study with a green, central-European lifestyle. Use this as a planning guide.

Program level
Public University (EU)Free / low
Public University (non-EU)€2,000 – €5,000 / yr
Private / specialised€5,000 – €10,000 / yr
PhDLow fees · funding available

* EU students often study free; non-EU public tuition stays low by European standards.

Average monthly living costs
Ljubljana€650 – €950 / mo
Maribor€500 – €750 / mo
Koper€550 – €800 / mo

Cost of living

Ljubljana is the priciest — and moderate by EU standards. Maribor is a cheaper student city. Low transport costs, a compact country, and the Alps-and-Adriatic lifestyle make Slovenia excellent value.

Scholarships

Funding that
follows merit.

Popular cities

Where you'll
live & study.

Ljubljana

Ljubljana

11°C avg · four seasons Pop. 290K · green capital

The University of Ljubljana in a car-free, river-threaded green capital — a former European Green Capital.

Maribor

Maribor

11°C avg · warm summers Pop. 110K · second city

Slovenia's second city, in wine country near the Austrian border — affordable, with a solid university.

Koper

Koper

14°C avg · Mediterranean Pop. 25K · Adriatic port

Slovenia's Adriatic port and coastal university town — Mediterranean sun and maritime studies.

Visa

The visa,
step by step.

EHEC manages your visa end-to-end. We assemble your document checklist, open and verify your blocked account, arrange tax-compliant financial proofs, book your embassy appointment, and run mock interviews until you walk in confident.

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01

Admission letter

Secure your university place — the basis of the residence permit for study.

02

Proof of funds

Show around €500/month for your stay. We prepare the documentation.

03

Residence permit

Apply at the Slovenian mission; collect your permit after approval.

04

Stay & work

Graduates can seek work in Slovenia, with EU mobility opening further options.

FAQ

Frequently asked
questions.

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EU students often study free; non-EU public tuition is €2,000–5,000/year. Living runs €500–800/month — moderate for the EU.

Slovenia is among Europe's safest, greenest countries, with student healthcare and welcoming communities.

Yes — students may work part-time, with roles in services and tourism, and the low cost of living helps.

A small but stable economy plus EU access shape outcomes; Slovenian helps for local roles, English for tech and tourism.

Not for English-taught programmes. Slovenian helps daily life and jobs; many students learn the basics quickly. We plan support.

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