Why study in Bulgaria?
Every year thousands of people choose to study in Bulgaria. In the following, we provide more information about the Bulgarian universities, the courses they offer, their entry requirements and tuition fees. Also, we will help you understand what life in Bulgaria looks like and what the advantages of Bulgarian higher education are!
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Here are our top reasons why you should study in the Bulgaria
If you want to study abroad but you are still wondering what country you should move to, let us tell you why Bulgaria might be the best choice for you! There are many reasons why foreigners decide to apply for admission in Bulgaria and some of them are the affordable living expenses and tuition fees in the country, the lower entry requirements and the internationally recognized diplomas.
High quality of higher education in Bulgaria
As a member of the European Union, Bulgaria offers great educational opportunities! Most universities offer internships and have brand new campus buildings and multiple partner universities where you can spend a semester abroad! We can help you apply for a university spot in Bulgaria – what you have to do is simply contact us and tell us what you are interested in!
International diploma in Bulgaria
Bulgaria has been a member state of the European Union since 2007. Hence, if you choose to study in Bulgaria, your diploma is internationally recognized which gives you plenty of career opportunities after graduation. We have signed partnership agreements with several hospitals and companies that offer internships so that you gain more practical knowledge, productively enjoy your free time and earn some money while studying abroad!
Multicultural environment in Bulgaria
Bulgaria may be a small country but many foreigners’ study or work in it. It is at the border between Europe and Asia, so there is a mix of cultures in the country itself. Christians, Muslims and Jews live together in harmony – people of different religions enjoy their stay in Bulgaria! Most Bulgarian universities are located in two of the biggest Bulgarian cities – Sofia and Plovdiv. Both of them host interesting cultural events! The percentage of the English-speaking population is relatively high and there is a big diversity of international students. Our team is from Bulgaria so we will be happy to introduce you to the local culture and traditions. Once you get to know us, you will already have local friends who will help you explore the country and adjust to life as a student abroad!
Travel opportunities in Bulgaria
As the country is not very big, everything in Bulgaria is easily accessible. Whether you prefer to spend your time in the mountains or at beautiful beaches, we have it all. And close nearby. The distance from one end of the country to the other is about 500 km, which means you can reach interesting sightseeing places quite quickly. The same goes for travelling within cities – they all have a well-developed public transportation network that can get you from point A to point B. Finally, there are four big international airports in Bulgaria. If you study in Bulgaria, you have the chance to enjoy your studies to the fullest and plan trips every month!
Low living expenses in Bulgaria
Bulgaria is ranked among the countries with the most affordable living expenses. We use a Bulgarian currency called Lev (1 BGN equals 0.51 EUR and 0.44 GBP). Of course, the most expensive city in Bulgaria is Sofia – this is why a lot of people prefer to study in Plovdiv or Stara Zagora. Finding affordable student housing in Bulgaria is not hard – many real-estate agents offer apartments around the clock. The only thing you should bear in mind is that there are fake ads on the Internet. Hence, it is recommended that you get in touch with a trustworthy real estate agent or ask us as locals for help!