REGISTRATION FOR THE SEMESTER COURSE FROM FEBRUARY IS OPEN
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Autumn Semester | Spring Semester | |
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| Beginning | 2 September 2025 | 2 February 2026 |
| End | 19 December 2025 | 29 May 2026 |
| Duration | 4 months, 11 classes a week | 4 months, 11 classes a week |
| Volume | 352 academic hours | 352 academic hours |
| Price | 1760 Eur | 1760 Eur |
| Discounts | A student who takes the Lithuanian language semester course for 30 ECTS for the second time in succession gets a discount of 10%. | |
| Registration | Until 18 August 2025 (if there are spots left) |
Until 18 January 2026 (if there are spots left) |
| Deadline of Payment | 18 August 2025 | 18 January 2026 |
| Visa | Students of the semester course are not eligible to obtain the national visa (D) through mediation of Vilnius University. | |
| Holidays | No | a week of Easter holidays (6-12 April 2026) |
| Credits | 30 ECTS | 30 ECTS |
| Levels | Group 1 - A2.2 Group 2 - B1.1 Group 3 - B1.2 In autumn semester 2025, 1B group (level B1.1) is organised. There is no Group 3. |
Group 1A - A2.2 Group 1B - B1.1 Group 2A - B1.2 Group 2B - B2.1 Group 3 - C1 |
| Students study in groups the levels of which are indicated above. To get a confirmation of the language proficiency level achieved, students can take a proficiency level examination which is for a fee and is held several times a year. More information about the level examinations. |
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| When to start or continue the course? | One can start studying either in the autumn semester or that of spring. One can take part of the course. One can take separate subjects. Having completed one semester, students can continue the course in the next semester. |
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| Who can study? | All individuals 16 years of age and above. Individuals younger that 16 years of age may be admitted but it is more of an exception. |
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| Placement | Before the course actually starts, those who know at teast some Lithuanian will do a placement test online. Beginner students will automatically be assigned to group 1. | |
| Classes | The duration of a class is 2 academic hours (1.5 hours). Classes take place at the Faculty of Philology, Vilnius University (Universiteto g. 5, 01513 Vilnius). Classes mostly take place in the morning. |
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| Map of Rooms | Link | |
| Timetables | Timetables of Groups | |
| Teaching Tools | Included in the course price, except for certain textbooks. | |
| Language of Instructions | Explanations for beginners are delivered in English. In higher groups, Lithuanian is the primary language of communication. |
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| Assessment | There are mid-semester tests, the aim of which is to check on the students' progress. There are written & oral examinations at the end of semester. The oral examination will be recorded. The cumulative score during the semester can have an impact on the final grade of the subject. More information on the grading system. |
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| Certificate | At the end of the course, a certicate will be issued. It is not, however, a confirmation of one's language proficiency level. | |
| Student Card | The Lithuanian student card (LSP) can be obtained by scholarship holders only. Having paid for the course and received a note from the university, all other students can get an ISIC card at an ISIC-issueing institution. |
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| Scholarships | Scholarships are awarded by the Education Exchanges Support Foundation. Applications can be submitted by students, professors, and researchers of foreign institutions of higher education as well as by individuals of Lithuanian descent. More information |
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| Discounts | 20% for students and staff of Vilnius University | |
| How to pay for the course? | By bank transfer. At a local bank provided it carries out cash operations. In the Post Office and PayPost branches. There is no possibility to pay for the course in cash or by debit and credit cards at Vilnius University. There is no possibility to pay for the course through online payment platforms, e.g. PayPal, Google Pay, or Apple Pay. Upon student's request, an invoice can be issued before making the payment. |
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| Study Agreement | Students will sign the study agreement. | |
| Library | Non-members of Vilnius University can obtain library membership for a fee. They will be able to use library services with some restrictions. More information |
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REGISTRATION
| How to Register for the Course |
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| ● If you want to sign up for the course, please fill out this application form. ● You will get a confirmation about your admission by email. Double check your email to make sure it is correct. ● Fields marked by asterics are mandatory. ● By pressing the button "SEND", you give Vilnius University your permission to collect and process your personal date in accordance with the requirements for personal data protection set forth in Vilnius University Privacy Policy, General Data Protection Regulation, the Law of the Republic of Lithuania on Legal Protection of Personal Data, and other legal acts. |
VISAS
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| Can the student obtain the visa? | Students of the semester course are not eligible to obtain the national visa (D) through mediation of Vilnius University. |
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ACCOMMODATION
OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
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| Shed Co-living Vilnius |
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| Location | Address: Santaros St 3, 08409 Vilniaus The dorms are located in Santariškės Neighbourhood and it takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre by bus. The bus stop is a five-minute walk and it is a direct line. Santariškės is also a safe neighbourhood, largely known for medical facilities and hospitals. There is a big shopping centre nearby. |
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| Chapters Co-living | Website | |
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Address: Slucko St 8, 09312 Vilniaus / Smolensko St10, 03117 Vilnius / Smolensko St 14, 03117 Vilnius |
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| Real Estate Portals | aruodas.lt domoplius.lt |
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