BS/MS Admissions in Romania
When can I start my studies in Romania?
✓July deadline for October start
✓Medical programs: March deadline
What do I need to get admited?
✓ Bachelor’s: High school + IELTS 5.5
✓ Medicine: Entrance exam (Biology/Chemistry)
Is IELTS mandatory for admission?
Not always! Exemptions if you:
✓ Studied in English (submit MOI letter)
✓ Are from an English-speaking country
How much does tuition cost?
🇷🇴 Romania Study Costs (2025)
✓ Tuition: EU students €0–5K/year | Non-EU €2K–10K (medicine/IT highest).
✓ Living Costs: Rent €200–400 + insurance €50–120 (non-EU) – Bucharest 30% pricier than Cluj!
✓ Pro Tip: Learn Romanian for free public uni programs – *1-year prep courses available!*
What financial support is available?
🇷🇴 Romania Scholarships (2025)
✓ Top Awards: Govt Scholarships (full tuition + €85/month) | ARICE (non-EU tuition/housing) | Uni merit grants.
✓ EU Perks: Erasmus+/CEEPUS mobility grants + family allowances (under 26).
✓ PhD Goldmine: Fully-funded positions with €1K–1.5K/month salaries at research institutes!
Is health insurance required?
🌍 Non-EU Students: Private insurance required (€30K+ coverage) | Free public care if under 26 & unemployed (else ~€15/month for CNAS)
🇪🇺 EU Students: EHIC valid (basic care) + private insurance recommended | All students: Consider travel coverage
What is the Key Advise?
🇷🇴 Romania Student Life (2025)
✓ Housing Hack: Apply for dorms (€60–85/month) *6+ months early* – private flats €200+ in Bucharest!
✓ Romanian Basics: Free university courses (A1-B1) – unlocks friendships & market bargains.
✓ Adventure Pass: €10 CFR trains to Carpathians + free hiking in Danube Delta!
What is the cost of living?
🇷🇴 Romania Student Budget (2025)
✓ Essentials: Dorms €60–120 | Shared flats €150–300 | Food €160–240 + transport pass €10 (student discount).
✓ Extras: Utilities €60–120 + fun €30–60 – Bucharest 40% pricier than Iași!
✓ Savings Hack: Shop at piața markets + use student ID for 50% off museums/transit!
What are the work opportunities and allowed working hours?
🇷🇴 Romania Work Rules (2025)
✓ EU/EEA: Work freely (get CNP tax ID) | Non-EU: 20h/week (*4h/day max*) – no permit needed!
✓ Top Jobs: IT (Cluj/Bucharest), tutoring, tourism (Brașov) – *avg wage €3–6/hour*.
✓ Post-Grad: 9-month job-search visa → convert to work permit if employed.
What are the minimum visa requirements?
🇷🇴 Romania Student Visa (2025)
✓ Essentials: Admission letter, passport, proof of funds (€2,500/year), health insurance (€30K), housing proof.
✓ Extras: Visa fee (€120), clean criminal record, medical check – *non-EU start 3+ months early!*
✓ Pro Tip: Use MAE portal to track applications – documents need certified Romanian translations!
