REGISTRATION FOR THE WINTER COURSE IN JANUARY IS OPEN
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Two-week Course | ||
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| Beginning | 5 January 2026 | |
| End | 16 January 2026 | |
| Duration | 2 weeks, 2–3 classes every working day | |
| Volume | 50 academic hours, including cultural lectures | |
| Price | 560 EUR | |
| Discounts | A student who takes the Lithuanian language winter and/or summer course for the second time in succession gets a discount of 10%. The same discount applies to a student who attended the full Lithuanian language semester course and right after finishing it takes the winter or summer course. |
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| Registration | Until 21 December 2025 (provided there are spots left) |
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| Deadline of Payment | 21 December 2025 | |
| Visa | Students of the winter course are not eligible to obtain the national visa (D) through mediation of Vilnius University. | |
| Credits | 3 ECTS | |
| Levels | Group 1 - A1 Group 2 - A2 Group 3 - A2+ Group 4 - B1 Group 5 - B2 (Group 6 - C1) |
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| 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. | ||
| 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 start at 9.00 am and often finish at 3.00 pm. There can be guided tours or other events afterwards. An example of a typical day of the winter course |
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| Cultural Lectures | After language classes are finished, cultural lectures on Vilnius University, Lithuanian history, country's nature, sociolinguistic situation, political realities, callendar festivals, etc., are held in the afternoon. | |
| Map of Rooms | Link | |
| Guided Tours | On weekdays, guided tours round Vilnius University, the Old Town, Palace of the Grand Dukes, KGB Museum, etc., are organised. |
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| Teaching Tools | Included in the course price. | |
| Language of Instructions | Explanations for beginners are delivered in English. In higher groups, Lithuanian is the primary language of communication. |
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| Certificate | At the end of the course, a certicate will be issued. It, however, is not a confirmation of one's language proficiency level. |
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| Student Card | Students cannot obtain the Lithuanian student card. | |
| Scholarships | Scholarships unavailable. | |
| 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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| Refund | In two weeks from the start of the course, having received the student's written request, payment for the course, excluding the amount for the classes attended, can be refunded. | |
| 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
Students of the winter course are not eligible to obtain the national visa (D) through mediation of Vilnius University.
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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APARTMENTS OF VILNIUS UNIVERSITY
| Address | M. K. Čiurlionio St 1, 03104 Vilnius | |
| Phone | +370 676 39130 | |
| Types of Room | ● Single room ● Single with living-room area ● Double ● Double room (living room and double bedroom) |
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| Distance to Vilnius University | 15 minutes on foot Good connection by public transport. |
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| Registration Desk | 24/7 | |
| Conveniences | ● Bath with a shower ● Free wi-fi ● Flat screen TV ● Fridge ● Kettle ● Room service once a week. ● Bedding changed once a week. ● Shared kitchen and laundry free for use. |
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| More information | Link | |