Study in Romania
Discover world-class education opportunities and build your future in one of the world's most prestigious educational destinations.
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Why Study in Romania?
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About Romania
Discover why thousands of international students choose Romania as their study destination each year.
Romania lies at the crossroads of Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe
Bucharest is nicknamed “Little Paris” for its Belle Époque architecture
Official language
Romanian, a Romance language
Population ≈ 19 million (2024)
Area 238 397 km²
Currency
leu (RON)
Home to the Carpathians and Transylvanian Plateau
Danube Delta is Europe’s largest wetland (UNESCO)
Joined NATO (2004) and EU (2007)
Major producer of sunflower seeds/oil
Painted monasteries of Bucovina (15–16th c.) feature frescoes
Vlad the Impaler inspired Dracula legend
Black Sea coast stretches 245 km
Hosts Electric Castle festival at a 14th c. castle
Life expectancy ≈ 75 years
Why These Facts Matter
These key aspects of Romania's education system demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence and student success. Each fact represents an important consideration for your educational journey.
International Students
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Universities
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Global Recognition
Degrees valued by employers worldwide
Cutting-edge Programs
Industry-aligned curriculum and research opportunities
Diverse Community
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University of Bucharest (UB)
University
Founded 1864; Romania’s top comprehensive university .
€2,000.00 - €5,000.00
West University of Timișoara (UVT)
University
Established 1944; strong humanities & sciences .
€1,500.00 - €4,000.00
University of Bucharest
University
Top private business school, est. 1902; triple-crown accredited .
€0.00 - €6,800.00
Romania American University
University
Founded 1222; second-oldest in Italy; famed for medicine & law
€0.00 - €7,000.00
West University of Timisoara
University
The West University of Timișoara (UVT), one of Romania's leading public universities, has a rich academic heritage rooted in 19th-century education. Its foundations trace back to earlier academic traditions in Timișoara, including the establishment of philosophy and law faculties in 1841 and 1845 respectively. Officially, the university was founded on 30 December 1944, by Royal Decree no. 660, comprising faculties of Law, Letters and Philosophy, Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Theology. However, political shifts and educational reforms under communist rule led to its reorganization in 1948 as the Pedagogical Institute of Timișoara, with a focus on teacher training, beginning with the Faculty of Mathematics–Physics. During the 1950s and early 1960s, the institute steadily grew by introducing new faculties such as Natural Sciences, History and Geography, Philology, Physical Education, and Fine Arts. On 27 September 1962, it was re-established as a full university, known as the University of Timișoara, and soon became a hub for regional higher education and research. The post-communist era, following the 1989 Revolution, marked a dynamic phase of revival and expansion. New faculties were added, including Law, Arts and Design, Sociology and Psychology, Music and Theatre, and Political Sciences. In 1994, the university adopted its current name—West University of Timișoara (UVT)—to reflect its regional significance in Western Romania. Today, UVT comprises 11 faculties, offering a wide range of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in fields like arts, sciences, law, economics, social sciences, and more. With a student body of around 15,000, including many international students, and membership in the European University Alliance (UNITA) and Universitaria Consortium, UVT is known for its academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and strong European orientation.
€0.00 - €7,000.00
Timisoara University of Medicine and Pharmacy
University
Founded in December 1944, Victor Babeș University is a distinguished public medical university in Timișoara with approximately 6,800 students enrolled across its three faculties—Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy—and is internationally accredited, named after the pioneering bacteriologist Victor Babeș .
€0.00 - €7,000.00
Student Visa Guide
Essential steps and requirements for your journey to Romania
Document Preparation
Gather all required documents including acceptance letter, financial proof, and passport
Application Submission
Complete the visa application form and submit it with supporting documents
Visa Interview
Attend the visa interview at your local embassy or consulate
Visa Processing
Wait for your application to be processed and approved
Official Requirements
Valid passport with ≥ two blank pages and ≥ three months’ validity beyond Schengen exit
Signed Schengen C-visa form lodged at Romanian consulate or visa centre
Two recent passport photos (35×45 mm) on light background
Confirmed round-trip flight booking showing entry and exit dates
Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation with host details)
Health insurance ≥ €30 000 coverage valid all Schengen states
Bank statements or guarantee letter showing ≥ €50 per day
Cover letter explaining purpose, itinerary, and home ties
Visa fee payment (€80 adults; reduced for minors)
Long-stay (D) visa: national form, proof of work/study/family ties, residence permit application on arrival
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Get Help with Your Application →A Legacy of Academic Excellence
Discover Romania's rich history and innovation that continues to shape global minds
Roman Dacia (106 AD) was conquered under Trajan; Roman withdrawal (271 AD) left a Latinized populace that evolved into medieval Romanians. Wallachia and Moldavia formed in the 14th c., paying tribute to the Ottoman Empire while preserving Orthodox faith, and Transylvania remained under Hungarian and Habsburg rule .
The 1859 union of Wallachia and Moldavia created modern Romania, recognized in 1878. After WW I, the 1918–20 unification (“Greater Romania”) included Transylvania. Monarchy yielded to communism post-WW II; the 1989 revolution overthrew Ceaușescu, ushering in democracy, market reforms, and NATO/EU membership .
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Years of Academic Excellence
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Students from over 150 countries choose Romania for higher education
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