Vilniaus Universitetas
Lithuania
Vilnius, Lithuania
 Vilnius is located in the
Southeastern corner of
Lithuania
 Vilnius is the Capital of
Lithuania and is also the
most densely populated city
 Its central location within
Europe makes it very easy
to travel
Vilnius, Lithuania
 Vilnius is located in the
Southeastern corner of
Lithuania
 Vilnius is the Capital of
Lithuania and is also the
most densely populated city
 Its central location within
Europe makes it very easy
to travel
Lithuania
 Officially known as the Republic of Lithuania
 It is a stable democracy
 Located in Northern Europe
 Biggest of the three Baltic States
 First Soviet Republic to declare Independence
 The highest point in Lithuania is Juozapine Hill with
an elevation of only 957 feet
 “Labas” means “Hi” in Lithuanian
 “Ačiū” means “Thank you”
How to Get There
 The most direct way to get to Vilnius is by flying
into Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
 The airport is located 5.9 km south of Vilnius
 Public transportation is available to and from the
airport
 Special trains will come from Vilnius Railway Station
 City buses also provide special service to the airport
Transportation in the City
 Buses and trolleys are a
great way to move around
the city
 Public Transportation in
Vilnius
 Offers timetables and fare
information
Travel
 Trains are regularly scheduled directly to
Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other major cities
nearby
 Plane travel around Europe is surprisingly cheap
 Ryan Air services some major cities in Lithuania
 Bus travel is also prevalent and is provided by
international bus companies
 Getting There and Around Lithuania
Vilnius University
•
Founded in 1579: One of the
oldest institutions is
Central/Eastern Europe
•
Considered to be the #1
university in all of Lithuania
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Its Campus includes:
• 12 faculties
• 7 institutes
• 4 study and research
centers
• The oldest Library in
Lithuania
• 3 university hospitals
• An Astronomical
Observatory
Admissions
 Application deadlines
 Spring Semester: November 15th
 Fall Semester: June 15th
 Online Application and other Enrollment
Procedures
 Orientation is the first week of each semester
 Credit and Grading System
 Application for Accommodation for students to
stay in the International Student’s dormitory
 Housing applications are due 2 months before arrival
Programs
 Areas of study open for MAUI students include
Humanities, Social, Philological, and Business
Sciences
 Higher education is organized in three cycles
 First cycle: undergraduate, Bachelor’s
 Second cycle: Graduate, Master’s
 Third cycle: Doctoral studies, residency
 Tuition costs will vary with different programs
 Updated tuition costs
Academic Information
 Vilnius University- Official Website in English
 Academic Calendar
 Spring Semester: February 6 thru June 2
 Fall Semester: September 1 thru December 21
 Updated Academic Calender
 Examination Periods
 Spring Semester: June 3 thru June 30
 Fall Semester: December 22 thru January 26
Language
 The main language of the country is Lithuanian
 Many of the courses at the University are taught
in foreign languages
 Courses in Foreign Languages
 A language certificate is not required for this
university
 A language course for incoming students in
offered alongside other courses
 Free of charge for exchange students
 No preparatory language course is offered before
semester starts
Cost Estimates
 The Lita (LTL) is the currency in Lithuania
 1 Euro is approximately 3.5 Litas currently
 Housing: 75 Euros
 Meals: 200 Euros
 Books: 60 Euros
 Local transport: 5 Euros
 Health Insurance: 15 Euro
 Total: 355 Euros per month
Crime and Security
 Lithuania is relatively safe but violent and nonviolent crimes have affected tourists
 Vilnius is a large city, so you would need to maintain
the same amount of awareness you would in any
other metropolitan area
 Be aware of your belongings and the people
around you
 Pick-pocketers usually target tourist areas
 Avoid demonstrations or political rallies
 These can sometimes turn violent
 Check for updated information about crime and
security at Travel.State.Gov
Alcohol Related Crime
 Many crimes involve alcohol
 Robbery, physical and sexual assault
 Carry minimal cash and a cell
phone to communicate
 Stay in groups or pairs
 Call a cab
What to Bring
 Appropriate Clothing
 Try to blend into the culture around you; this will avoid
unwanted attention
 Lithuania has cooler average temperatures on average for
most of the year so pack accordingly
 Communication
 Cell phones are always a good thing to have
 Don’t bring valuables
 Items can be stolen
 Don’t bring unneeded items
 You will definitely have more luggage coming home than you
did going there so be prepared to make some room
Documentation
 Passport
 Required for any travel abroad
 Required to obtain a visa
 Apply for a Passport
 All foreigners entering Lithuania must carry proof of a
medical insurance policy contracted for payment of all
costs of hospitalization and medical treatment in
Lithuania
 Student Visa
 Required for people staying in the country 90 days or more
according to the Schengen Agreement
 Information for Documentation in Hungary
 Information for Travelers
Helpful Websites
 Travel.State.Gov
 Handy travel tool to find out requirements and
security issues about any country
 TripAdvisor
 Offers a lot of information from other travelers who
have already experienced the area
 Vilnius University
 University’s Website in English
Contacts
 US Embassy in Vilnius
Akmenų g. 6 Vilnius, Lithuania LT03106
Tel:
(370-5) 2665500 Fax: (370-5)
2665510
 Utrecht Contact
Mrs. Raimonda Markevičienė,
Head of International
programmes and Relations
Office, Vilnius University,
Universiteto str. 3, LT-01513 Vilnius,
Lithuania, Ph. +370 5 268 7182,
fax. +370 5 268 7069,
Raimonda.markeviciene@cr.vu.lt
 Contact for Incoming Students
Mrs. Rita Vienažindienė,
International Student Coordinator
International Programmes and
Relations Office, Vilnius
University, Universiteto Street 3, LT01513 Vilnius, Lithuania Ph: (+3705) 268 71 50, fax: (+370-5) 268 70
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