Costs of Studying in Bulgaria
Studying in Bulgaria can be significantly more affordable than Western Europe while still earning an EU-recognized degree. Below you’ll find real tuition examples from top Bulgarian universities, plus the other costs you should plan for.
How Much Does It Cost?
Your total cost has two parts:
(1) Tuition fees paid to the university (often per semester or per year)
(2) Non-tuition costs such as document legalisation, visa support (for non-EU students), medical insurance, accommodation, and residence permit paperwork.
We guide you end-to-end — from document preparation and submission to receiving your acceptance letter, visa preparation, airport pickup, and settlement support in Bulgaria.
Annual Tuition Fees 2025–2026
Our Core Courses provide the essential foundation every student needs to thrive academically and professionally These courses strengthen critical thinking communicat, quantitative reasoning, and digital literacy skills relevant across all disciplines Each academic program includes tuition fees registration charges and essential learning resources ensuring students receive high-quality education and comprehensive academic support
| Faculty / School | Program | Duration | Annual Tuition Fee (USD) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Business | BBA – Business Administration | 4 Years | $12,000 | Workshops, seminars included |
| Faculty of Computer Science | BSc – Accounting & Finance | 4 Years | $12,500 | Includes software access |
| School of Computing | BSc – Computer Science | 4 Years | $14,500 | Lab & technology fees included |
| Institute of Computing | BSc – Information Technology | 4 Years | $13,800 | -------- |
| Engineering Faculty | BSc – Electrical Engineering (EEE) | 4 Years | $16,000 | Additional workshop fees |
| Arts & Humanities | BA – English | 4 Years | $10,500 | -------- |
| Health Sciences | BSc – Nursing | 4 Years | $15,000 | Clinical training included |
| Faculty / School | Program | Duration | Annual Tuition Fee (USD) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business School | MBA – Master of Business Administration | 1.5–2 Years | $18,000 | Weekend & evening classes available |
| Faculty of Business | MPA – Public Administration | 2 Years | $16,800 | -------- |
| Computing & IT | MSc – Computer Science | 2 Years | $17,500 | Research lab access included |
| Computer Science & IT | MSc – Data Science & AI | 2 Years | $18,200 | High-performance computing access |
| Health Sciences | MPH – Master of Public Health | 2 Years | $16,200 | Fieldwork required |
| Engineering | MEng – Engineering Management | 2 Years | $17,200 | Project-based modules |
| Social Sciences | MA – International Relations | 2 Years | $14,800 | -------- |
| Program | Duration | Annual Tuition Fee (USD) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD – Science & Engineering | 3–5 Years | $20,000 | Research supervision included |
| PhD – Computer Science | 3–5 Years | $21,500 | Lab access + research grants available |
| PhD – Health Sciences | 3–5 Years | $19,800 | Includes clinical research support |
| PhD – Social Sciences | 3–5 Years | $18,500 | -------- |
| PhD – Busines | 3–5 Years | $19,000 | Dissertation mentoring included |
| Fee Category | Amount (USD) | Frequency | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Student Fee | $2,000 | Annual | Mandatory for all |
| Application Fee | $75–$100 | One-time | Non-refundable |
| Admission / Enrollment Fee | $300 | One-time | Charged during admission |
| Tuition Deposit | $500–$1,000 | One-time | Adjusted with first semester |
| Visa Processing Support Fee | $150 | One-time | Document processing assistance |
| Health Insurance Fee | $500–$750 | Annual | Required for all students |
| Student Services Fee | $200 | Annual | Campus services & activities |
| Library & IT Access Fee | $120 | Annual | Library, Wi-Fi, digital access |