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Vilnius is Lithuania's capital, with a UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town.
Medicine (MD) · 2026/2027
Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine
Founded in 1579, Lithuania's highest-ranked institution, with a Faculty of Medicine established in 1781.
LocationVilnius, Lithuania
Founded1579 (Faculty of Medicine established in 1781)
ProgrammeMedicine (MD)
Duration6 years (360 ECTS)
University overview
Lithuania's highest-ranked institution, founded in 1579.
Vilnius University, founded in 1579, is one of the oldest universities in Central and Eastern Europe and Lithuania's highest-ranked institution (QS World University Rankings 2026: #446 globally). Its Faculty of Medicine, established in 1781, is fully compliant with the Bologna Process and the EU Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC).
- Founded in 1579 — one of the oldest universities in Central and Eastern Europe
- Lithuania's highest-ranked institution (QS World University Rankings 2026: #446 globally)
- Faculty of Medicine established in 1781, fully compliant with the Bologna Process and EU Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC)
- More than 100 VU graduates already registered with the UK General Medical Council (GMC)
Life in Vilnius
Studying in Vilnius.
Lithuania provides English-medium healthcare programmes in Kaunas and Vilnius within the European higher-education framework. The available pathways include Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, with institution-specific entrance, clinical and residence requirements.
Student community
An established base of Indian and South Asian medical students in the city.
Campus
Faculty of Medicine campus in Vilnius, including the newly opened Medical Science Centre.
Climate
A temperate climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters, typical of the Baltic region.
Community
Established Indian and South Asian student communities in both Kaunas and Vilnius.
Cost of living
Living expenses of approximately €300-800 per month depending on city and lifestyle; university dormitories in Vilnius and Kaunas are the most economical option.
Connectivity
Lithuania's Schengen Area membership enables travel across Europe during study breaks, with regular flight connections to India via major European hubs.
Accreditations and listings
Organisations named in the university's materials.
A listing or accreditation reference must be checked directly for the exact programme and current intake.
World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)-listed — as stated in the brochure
NMC/FMGE-NExT eligible pathway for Indian students — as stated in the brochure
Compliant with the EU Bologna Process and the EU Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC)
UK GMC registration route, with 100+ VU graduates already GMC-registered — as stated in the brochure
Admission requirements
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Entry requirements
- Valid NEET qualification as applicable to Indian students (NEET 650+ typically accepted at Vilnius University; confirm current cut-offs directly with each university)
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
- Minimum age and marks under prevailing National Medical Commission (India) rules
- University-specific entrance-exam, application, document and health requirements
Supporting documents
- Original 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Passport valid for the full programme duration
- NEET scorecard and admission-related certificates
- Passport-size photographs as specified by the university
Important for Indian applicants
Indian applicants must meet the prevailing National Medical Commission (India) eligibility requirements before admission.
LSMU's tiered fee structure gives a lower average annual cost over the 6-year MD programme compared with Vilnius University's flat fee, though VU offers fee predictability with no year-on-year increase — compare both before deciding.
Confirm the current fee schedule, entrance-exam requirements and intake dates directly with the university before making any payment.
This page summarises figures from the Yodhapath brochure, sourced from each university's own official admissions portal (lsmu.lt and apply.vu.lt) and verified July 2026; all figures require current written confirmation.
Fee structure 2026-2027
The fees, exactly as listed.
All amounts are shown exactly as presented in the university's fee sheet and require current written confirmation.
| Programme | Duration | Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine (MD) | 6 years (fixed rate, no escalation) | €14,100 |
| Total programme cost | Medicine (MD) tuition, per the official 2026/2027 fee schedule (apply.vu.lt): €14,100/year, fixed for all 6 years — approximately €84,600 total across the 6-year programme | |
Application Fee: €100 per year (non-refundable).
Entrance Examination Fee: €200, one-time (non-refundable; payable 48 hours before the exam).
Accepted entrance exams/qualifications: MCAT (500+), BMAT, IMAT (50+), NEET (650+), IB/A-Level/Abitur and other listed school qualifications.
Non-EU/EFTA applicants must sit the entrance exam no later than 14 May of the intake year.
Health insurance is mandatory and arranged on arrival; living expenses are separate from tuition, approximately €300-800 per month depending on city and lifestyle.
Consultancy and service charges payable in India: approximately ₹1,50,000 plus the air ticket — covering admission and registration support, visa/residence-permit documentation, health-insurance arrangement, airport pickup, accommodation allotment and guidance across the full programme duration.
Student services
Support from application to graduation.
Yodhapath supports a structured transition, clearer cost planning and practical help so students can focus on study and career growth.
Administrative and documentation
Application processing, verification, offer letter, translations, notarisation, apostille, legalisation, education-ministry and immigration support, invitations, visa assistance and document review.
Pre-arrival and travel
Flight-booking guidance, airport pickup and transport to the university or hostel.
Financial and payment
Assistance with timely and secure tuition-fee payments.
Accommodation and living
University hostel booking and assistance for students choosing private accommodation.
Enrolment
University registration, local ID and police registration, mentorship and counselling.
Post-graduation
Degree attestation, embassy verification, residency and licensing-exam guidance, and alumni networking.
Fee payment terms and conditions
- Tuition and hostel fees are payable in advance according to the university schedule.
- Each semester's or year's charges must be cleared before it begins; late payment may prevent progression and may attract penalties.
- First-year hostel fees must be paid before travel, and education-loan formalities should be completed before travel confirmation.
- Refunds are governed by university policy and may be calculated according to services already used.
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