MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOFIA

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

The medical university of sofia (mus) is a leading medical university in bulgaria. It was founded in 1917 by zar ferdinand and is the oldest medical higher education institution in the country.

What it offers:

Education

Mus offers a wide range of medical subjects, including human medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, public health, and health management.

Training

Mus trains students for work in a competitive environment, with a focus on quality and problem-solving skills.

Research

Mus is a research university that has been recognized for its scientific results.

Practical experience

Mus works with more than 12 university hospitals to provide students with practical experience at the patient bedside and in outpatient clinics.

Admission

Applicants must pass an admission test in chemistry, biology, and english.
Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant's nationality and educational background.
Some documents may need to be translated and legalized.

UNIVERSITY TYPE	ESTABLISHED ON	COUNTRY	QS RANKING
PUBLIC	22 November 1917	BULGARIA	1243

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION	OWN HOSPITAL	LOCATION
ENGLISH	YES	SOFIA CENTER, BOULEVARD

WHY CHOOSE THIS UNIVERSITY

The Medical University of Sofia (MU-Sofia) is a top choice for international students because of its academic excellence, affordable tuition, and international recognition.

Academic excellence

MU-Sofia is Bulgaria's oldest medical university and has a long history of academic achievement.
It has four faculties: medicine, dental medicine, pharmacy, and public health.
The university offers a wide range of medical programs.
It has a strong research community.

International recognition

The degrees awarded by MU-Sofia are recognized worldwide, including in the UK and EU.
It has official recognition from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC).

Affordable tuition

Tuition fees are competitive compared to other medical universities in Europe.
Programs start at €9,000 per year.

International atmosphere

Students from more than 50 countries apply to MU-Sofia each year.
The university has an international atmosphere.

ADMISSION & ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for admission to the medical university of sofia in bulgaria, you must meet the following criteria:

Age: be at least 17 years old and not more than 25 years old on or before december 31 of the admission year
Education: have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum passing grade in biology and chemistry
Entrance exam: pass the university's entrance exam in biology and chemistry
Language: have a good command of english or bulgarian, depending on the medium of instruction
Health: have a health certificate
Documentation: have a passport or id copy, and a motivation letter or recommendation letter
Funds: have sufficient funds to pay tuition and living expenses

FEE STRUCTURE

The medical university of sofia in bulgaria charges tuition fees of 9,000 euros per year for the study programs of medicine and dentistry in english. The tuition fees for pharmacy in english remain at 6,000 euros per year.

Tuition fees

The tuition fees for medicine and dentistry in english are 9,000 euros per year
The tuition fees for pharmacy in english are 6,000 euros per year
These fees apply to students enrolled starting from 2023 or after

Hostel fees

The hostel fee is around 5,000 euros per year

Other expenses

Students may need to pay for a visa and transportation
Students may also need to budget for living expenses, such as food, utilities, entertainment, and health insurance

Tuition payment options

Students may be able to pay tuition fees on a half-yearly or yearly basis

Course structure

The medical university of sofia offers a 6-year md course taught in english
The first two years are non-clinical and include subjects like anatomy, chemistry, and biology
The next three years are clinical and students spend more time in hospital

SCHOLARSHIP

The medical university of sofia (mu-sofia) in bulgaria offers scholarships to students with excellent grades, but the scholarships don't cover tuition.

Eligibility:

Students with outstanding academic achievement may be eligible for scholarships

What's available:

Scholarships may be available, but eligibility and availability may change each year
Scholarships may cover living expenses, but not tuition

Other options:

Students can apply for student loans in their home country
Students can work part-time to help finance their studies

Tuition:

Tuition fees for english-language programs vary by program
Tuition fees are paid in two installments
Tuition fees don't cover accommodation

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION

To be admitted to the medical university of sofia (mu sofia), you'll need to submit a set of documents, including:

Application form: a completed and signed application form, which you can download from the university's website
Secondary school diploma: a legalized copy of your secondary school diploma with a certified translation into bulgarian
Diploma marks: a copy of your diploma's marks
High school certificate: a certificate from your high school confirming you have the right to continue your education at university
Medical certificate: a health certificate issued less than a month before your application
Passport: a copy of your passport and passport photos
Proof of english proficiency: an english toefl or ielts score
Proof of secondary school grades: official transcripts of your secondary and high school education, with a minimum of 62% in biology and chemistry
Proof of medical tests: proof of some medical tests, like hiv
Personal bank statements: your personal bank statements