B.Sc. Nursing university comparison
Compare fees, teaching medium, city, hostel, recognition, and admission details to understand which university may suit you better.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per year | $4,644 | $6,480 |
| Duration | 4 years | 4 years |
| City | Kaunas, Lithuania | Vilnius, Lithuania |
| University type | Public | Public |
| Teaching medium | English |
Fees and admission
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU)
Annual fee: $4,644. Teaching medium: English. Intake months: September.
Vilnius University
Annual fee: $6,480. Teaching medium: English. Intake months: September.
Student life and support
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU)
LSMU operates university dormitories close to the main campus, with monthly costs of EUR 70–200 per person — the most affordable accommodation option in Kaunas and among the cheapest in any EU capital region. Dormitories are renovated and equipped with necessary furniture; bus and trolleybus stops, shops, and daily facilities are nearby. For students preferring private accommodation, shared apartments in Kaunas range from EUR 150–300 per person per month. LSMU's international office and student support services provide accommodation guidance for incoming students. Students Traffic provides a pre-arrival Kaunas accommodation guide and connects new students with existing Indian students at LSMU before departure.
LSMU provides dedicated international student support: orientation programmes, academic tutoring, and psychological counselling services. The LSMU International Affairs Office (study@lsmu.lt) handles admissions queries, TRP guidance, and enrolled-student support. Erasmus+ student networks on campus support international student integration. LSMU provides enrolled students with guidance on TRP renewal processes each year. Students Traffic provides end-to-end support: eligibility assessment (Class 12 Biology/Chemistry marks, IELTS score, NEET exemption verification), complete DreamApply application management, MEA Apostille coordination for Indian Class 10 and 12 documents, MIGRIS registration and TRP application guidance, VFS Global appointment coordination, pre-departure Kaunas briefing (winter clothing list, dormitory guide, Indian grocery locations), LSMU campus orientation, Indian student network introduction in Kaunas, and post-graduation German Anerkennung and UK NMC pathway guidance.
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| Recognition | WHO Collaborating Centre — One of Only 5 for Nursing in Europe, SKVC Accredited — Lithuanian Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency (last evaluated June 2022; next 2028), EU Directive 2005/36/EC — Automatic Professional Qualifications Recognition across 27 EU countries, 240 ECTS — Bologna Process Compliant (EU standard for 4-year nursing bachelor's), Erasmus+ Partner — 323 Global University Agreements, QS World Ranking #601–650 (QS WUR By Subject 2026), CGFNS Eligible — USA/Canada NCLEX-RN pathway, EUA Member — European University Association | QS World Ranking #446 (2026) — #1 in Lithuania, #19 in EECA, THE World Ranking #801 (2026), ARWU Shanghai #501 (2025), SKVC Accredited — Lithuanian Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency, EU Directive 2005/36/EC — Automatic Professional Qualifications Recognition across 27 EU member states, 240 ECTS — Bologna Process Compliant (EU standard for 4-year university BSc), Arqus European University Alliance Member, EUA Member — European University Association, CGFNS Eligible — USA/Canada NCLEX-RN pathway via credential evaluation |
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Vilnius University
VU dormitories are available to international students at EUR 70–180/month — located near academic campuses, with communal utilities typically included. This is significantly below private market rates in Vilnius (EUR 200–450/month for a shared room). Dormitory places are competitive — apply immediately after receiving your admission offer. VU's International Office provides guidance on dormitory applications and alternative private accommodation. For students not accommodated in VU dormitories, shared apartments near the Faculty of Medicine campus or in central Vilnius typically cost EUR 200–350/month per person. Students Traffic provides Vilnius accommodation guidance and connects incoming VU students with existing Indian students before arrival.
VU's International Office assists international students with visa/TRP guidance, accommodation, and administrative registration. VU runs dedicated welcome and orientation programmes for international students. Erasmus+ ambassador networks, psychological counselling, academic mentoring, and career services are all available. VU provides enrolled students with a mediation number for VFS Global appointment booking and TRP renewal guidance annually. The VU library, Moodle LMS, and digital academic resources are accessible to all enrolled students. Students Traffic provides end-to-end support: pathway eligibility assessment (5-year gap rule check, subject verification, IELTS planning), motivation letter coaching (all 7 required VU questions), motivational interview preparation, complete application management at apply.vu.lt, MEA Apostille coordination, tuition payment deadline monitoring (15-day window after Pre-Acceptance Letter), MIGRIS registration, VFS Global appointment coordination, Vilnius dormitory application guidance, pre-departure briefing (winter clothing, arrival checklist, Indian community contacts), and annual TRP renewal reminders.
