Study in Romania

Romania offers an EU and Bologna-system study environment, ECTS-based Bachelor and Master programmes, selected courses in Romanian and foreign languages, multiple university cities and comparatively accessible official tuition and living-cost references. The right choice still depends on the exact programme, current quality status and recognition needs.

Yes. Romania has been an EU Member State since 1 January 2007, and the EU country profile lists it as a Schengen member since 31 March 2024.

Romanian is the official language. Romanian universities also offer selected programmes in English, French, German or Hungarian. Teaching language is programme-specific, so confirm the exact intake and any language test or interview requirement.

The official Study in Romania portal gives a broad reference of EUR 400 to almost EUR 9,000 per year, depending on the field and whether the student is EU or non-EU. Use the exact programme page and written offer for the current fee and separate charges.

The official portal estimates approximately EUR 600 per month. It lists dormitories at EUR 60–85, shared housing at EUR 80–150, private housing at EUR 130–300, food at EUR 100–300 and separate references for utilities, connectivity, insurance, transport and entertainment.

Common options are university dormitories, shared housing and private rental. Dormitory capacity may be limited, so apply early. Before paying for private housing, verify the property, landlord, contract, deposit, included utilities and commute.

It generally starts in the first week of October and is divided into two semesters of about 14 weeks. Romanian universities are autonomous, so orientation, examinations, holidays and programme start dates can differ.

Bachelor programmes are commonly three or four years. Engineering, law and theology are typically four years; pharmacy is five years; medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine are six years. Master's programmes usually take one to two years, and doctoral studies are generally three years.

Yes. Bachelor and Master programmes use the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System. Romanian higher-education graduates also receive a bilingual Diploma Supplement describing the qualification and study context.

Apply directly through the chosen university's official admission route. Study in Romania is an information portal and does not receive applications. Each university sets its deadline, fee, required documents and selection method.

Typical files include a passport or identity document, prior diploma, transcripts, application forms and language evidence, plus any programme-specific test, interview, portfolio or medical document. Non-EU files may require apostille or legalization and certified translations.

CNRED is the national authority for recognition and equivalency, while higher-education institutions also verify prior-study documents. For many non-EU applicants, the completed file goes through the chosen university to the Ministry for a Letter of Acceptance.

Yes, where an accredited institution offers it. The preparatory year is intended for international students entering Romanian-taught study and commonly runs for one academic year. Confirm availability, tuition and the language level required by the chosen institution.

It depends on nationality and residence status. Applicants who require a visa for full-time study normally apply for the Romanian long-stay study visa marked D/SD after receiving the Ministry Letter of Acceptance. Check the MFA eViza tool and the competent mission for your case.

The official list includes a valid passport, two photographs, Ministry acceptance, proof of at least one academic year's tuition payment, means of support, criminal record, travel medical insurance, accommodation and programme-language evidence. Minors need legal-representative consent, and the mission may request additional documents.

The Romanian MFA lists the long-stay visa fee as EUR 300 for applications submitted for validation from 27 April 2026. Some applicants may be exempt, so confirm the amount and payment method with the competent mission before submission.

The MFA advises lodging a long-stay visa application at least 45 days before planned travel, but no more than 90 days before. This is a filing recommendation, not a guaranteed decision time; admission, Ministry acceptance and consular appointments add lead time.

Non-EU students entering for long-term study must complete the applicable residence-permit process with IGI. Official guidance says to submit the study residence application at least 30 days before the visa stay expires; the residence decision is normally handled within 30 days and may be extended by up to 15 days for further checks.

Official guidance states that non-EU students holding a study residence right may work part time for up to six hours per day without a separate employment permit. EU, EEA and Swiss students are not subject to that student-hour limit. All students must continue meeting study and residence conditions.

IGI guidance states that the temporary study residence right may be extended for up to nine months after graduation for job search, employment formalities or opening a business, with proof of completed studies. A graduate must still complete the applicable immigration and work steps.

Options can include the annual Romanian Government MFA scholarship for eligible non-EU applicants, state-funded or scholarship places available under Romanian rules to eligible EU/EEA candidates, Erasmus+ mobility and institution-specific scholarships or fee reductions. Conditions and deadlines change by scheme.

Yes. D/SD applicants must show travel medical insurance valid for the intended visa period and throughout the Member States, with at least EUR 30,000 coverage. Residence and university coverage requirements vary by age and status, so confirm public or private insurance with the university, CNAS and IGI.

The official Study in Romania portal describes Romania as generally safe for students. Use normal city precautions, verify housing and transport, protect identity and residence documents, follow local guidance and call 112 for police, ambulance or fire emergencies.

Major study centres include Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași, Timișoara, Brașov, Constanța, Sibiu and Târgu Mureș, with additional options in Craiova, Oradea, Galați, Suceava and other cities. Compare the exact programme, campus, housing and transport rather than choosing only by city reputation.

No. Institutions may be state, accredited private or provisionally authorized, and programme status is a separate question. Check the current Ministry lists and the exact ARACIS or legal decision for the institution, programme, language, location and study mode before publication or application.