About the university
The Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU) was created in 2010 when the Kaunas University of Medicine and the Lithuanian Veterinary Academy merged. Both trace their history to the medical faculty of the University of Lithuania, which opened in Kaunas in 1922. Today LSMU is Lithuania's largest institution for biomedical education and research, with a Medical Academy and a Veterinary Academy and seven faculties.
Its main teaching hospital, the Hospital of LSMU Kaunas Clinics, is the largest clinical practice base in the country, and students also train at LSMU Kaunas Hospital and veterinary clinics. The Faculty of Nursing is one of five WHO collaborating centres in Europe, and the Institute of Health Research is a WHO collaborating centre for chronic disease prevention. LSMU says its medical graduates can sit the USMLE and the UK's PLAB.
LSMU is very international: around a fifth to a quarter of students come from abroad, mainly from Israel, Sweden and Germany, and about 20 programmes are taught in English. Besides medicine and dentistry it offers pharmacy, veterinary medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, health psychology, public health, food science and laboratory medicine.
For Indian students LSMU is mainly a medicine, dentistry and pharmacy option. Medicine costs €12,800 a year for the first three years and €13,300 for the last three; dentistry €13,600 then €14,100; pharmacy €5,600 then €5,700. A NEET score of 650, with the required biology and chemistry marks, can exempt you from LSMU's entrance test. If you plan to practise in India, check the National Medical Commission's current rules for foreign medical graduates (course length, internship and licensing) before you apply; this page does not confirm NMC eligibility.
- Founded
- 2010, by merging the Kaunas medical and veterinary academies, whose roots go back to the medical faculty of the University of Lithuania (1922)
- Type
- Public university for medicine, health and veterinary sciences, the largest of its kind in Lithuania
- Total students
- About 8,000 (LSMU); 6,601 in THE 2027 data
- International students
- Over 20% (LSMU); 28% in THE 2027 data; about 1,850 full-time foreign students from 88 countries (Study in Lithuania)
- Student–staff ratio
- 8.6 to 1 (THE 2027 data)
- Faculties
- Medicine, Odontology, Pharmacy, Public Health, Nursing, Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science
- Teaching hospital
- Kaunas Clinics (Kauno klinikos), the largest clinical practice base in Lithuania
- Programmes in English
- About 20
Rankings
THE World University Rankings 2027
1001–1200 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,800
- Duration
- 6 years (360 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September 2027 (apply by 6 July 2027)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €13,600
- Duration
- 5 years (300 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September 2027 (apply by 6 July 2027)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €5,600
- Duration
- 5 years (300 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September 2027 (apply by 6 July 2027)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,300
- Duration
- 4 years (240 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September 2027 (apply by 6 July 2027)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Undergraduate
Veterinary Medicine (integrated)
- Fee / year
- €9,200
- Duration
- 6 years (360 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September 2027 (apply by 6 July 2027)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,108
- Duration
- 4 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September (Study in Lithuania lists a 15 July deadline)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €5,538
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September (Study in Lithuania lists a 15 July deadline)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €5,538
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September (Study in Lithuania lists a 15 August deadline)
- English
- B1 or higher: IELTS above 5.5, PTE Academic 55–67 or Duolingo 95; otherwise LSMU's English test
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine (integrated MD) | 6 years (360 ECTS) | €12,800 | ≈ ₹13.6 lakh |
| Odontology (Dentistry) | 5 years (300 ECTS) | €13,600 | ≈ ₹14.4 lakh |
| Pharmacy (integrated) | 5 years (300 ECTS) | €5,600 | ≈ ₹5.9 lakh |
| Nursing | 4 years (240 ECTS) | €4,300 | ≈ ₹4.6 lakh |
| Veterinary Medicine (integrated) | 6 years (360 ECTS) | €9,200 | ≈ ₹9.8 lakh |
| Physiotherapy | 4 years (full time) | €4,108 | ≈ ₹4.4 lakh |
| Applied Public Health | 2 years (full time) | €5,538 | ≈ ₹5.9 lakh |
| Medicinal Chemistry | 2 years (full time) | €5,538 | ≈ ₹5.9 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences with similar universities in Lithuania.
Scholarships
- Studies in Lithuanian
State-funded places and scholarships
Value: Free tuition and/or a stipend
Eligibility: Only for EU/EEA citizens, permanent residents and people of Lithuanian origin. LSMU says other students, including Indian students, study with their own funds.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Full-time master's
Lithuanian State Scholarship for master's studies
Value: Monthly stipend plus a grant for study costs
Eligibility: Citizens of listed countries only; India is not currently included.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- School-leaving certificate (Class 12) in English or with an authorised translation, apostilled, with transcripts showing biology and chemistry.
- Good knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics and English.
- Online entrance test: an interview plus a 90-minute multiple-choice exam (30 biology and 30 chemistry questions). Missing the interview cancels the test.
- NEET 650 (with minimum biology and chemistry scores), UCAT, MCAT, IMAT, A levels or IB results can exempt you from the test for medicine and dentistry.
- Create an account at apply.lsmuni.lt, submit the application (feedback within about 72 hours), then pay the €150 application fee.
- After an offer, pay the €250 registration fee, sign the study contract and pay the deposit: half a year's tuition for non-EU students in Medicine, Odontology, Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine, and the full year's tuition in other programmes.
- Applications for September 2027 run from 1 November 2026 to 6 July 2027; entrance tests run from 12 January to 15 July 2027.
Postgraduate
- A relevant bachelor's degree in health, life sciences or a related field, apostilled, with transcripts.
- English at B1 or above (or LSMU's English test).
- Motivation letter, passport and photo; some programmes interview applicants.
- Same online application, fees and deposit rules as bachelor's applicants (non-EU master's students pay the full year's tuition as a deposit).
Documents
- Passport or ID
- Class 12 certificate and transcripts showing biology and chemistry, apostilled (MEA)
- NEET scorecard if you want an exemption from the entrance test
- English certificate, or sit LSMU's English test
- Motivation letter
- One 3×4 cm photo
- Receipts for the €150 application fee and €250 registration fee
- Residence permit documents: mediation number from LSMU, police clearance, proof of funds and health insurance
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS | Above 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 55–67 |
| Duolingo English Test | 95 |
| TOEFL iBT | LSMU lists a minimum of 4.0 (new scale); confirm with LSMU |
| No certificate | Applicants without an accepted certificate (B1 or above) take the university's English test. |
Accommodation and living costs
LSMU has three dormitories in Kaunas. First-year students can apply once their application status changes to 'Enrolled'; places are limited and the Housing Department confirms within about a month. Rent is paid at the start of each month, bedding rental costs €40, and parking €20 a month. Many international students also rent private flats; private rent usually excludes utilities.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Dainavos St 3 (Dormitory No. 1)Per person; includes heating, water, power, internet and shared kitchen | €150–250per month | ≈ ₹15,900 – ₹26,500 |
| Radvilų Dvaro St 33 (Dormitory No. 8)Per place in a room | €101–144per month | ≈ ₹10,706 – ₹15,264 |
| Sukilėlių pr. 53 (Dormitory No. 5)LSMU does not say if this is per person or per room | €81–117per month | ≈ ₹8,586 – ₹12,402 |
| Bedding rental | €40one-off | ≈ ₹4,240 |
| Application and registration fees€150 application + €250 registration, both non-refundable | €400one-off | ≈ ₹42,400 |
| Living-cost minimum for the residence permitLegal minimum for 2026–27 | €577per month | ≈ ₹61,162 |
Campus and location
LSMU is in Kaunas, Lithuania's second city, about 100 km from Vilnius. Kaunas is a student city with lower living costs than the capital. The main administration is at A. Mickevičiaus Street 9 in the centre, and clinical teaching happens at Kaunas Clinics in the Eiveniai area.
- Hospital of LSMU Kaunas Clinics: the country's largest clinical practice base, used from the early clinical years.
- LSMU Kaunas Hospital and veterinary clinics are additional training sites.
- Library and Information Centre listed among modern European libraries (LIBER).
- More than 140 partner universities in Europe, America and Asia for exchanges.
- Student Registration Week is held a week before classes start on 1 September.
- Non-EU students apply for a temporary residence permit through MIGRIS and VFS Global; permits are usually issued for 2 years.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Most LSMU international graduates go on to residency or licensing exams in their home country or elsewhere in Europe. LSMU says its medical graduates can take the USMLE and PLAB. Indian graduates who want to practise in India must meet the National Medical Commission's rules and pass the licensing exam that applies at the time; check these before you enrol. The figures below are general facts rather than graduate outcomes, which LSMU does not publish for international students.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing exams LSMU medical graduates can take | USMLE (USA) and PLAB (UK) | Study in Lithuania: LSMU profile |
| Full-time foreign students | About 1,850 from 88 countries | Study in Lithuania: LSMU profile |
| Student–staff ratio | 8.6 to 1 | THE World University Rankings 2027 data |
| Time graduates can stay to look for work | Up to about 15 months | Lithuanian Migration Department; Study in Lithuania |
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FAQs
Can I get into LSMU medicine with my NEET score?
A NEET score of 650, with LSMU's minimum biology and chemistry scores, can exempt you from the entrance test. Without it you take LSMU's online interview and biology–chemistry exam.
How much does MBBS (Medicine) at LSMU cost?
€12,800 a year for years 1–3 and €13,300 a year for years 4–6 (2027 admission), plus a €150 application fee and €250 registration fee. Non-EU medicine students pay half a year's tuition as a deposit to confirm their place.
Is LSMU's medicine degree valid in India?
LSMU's MD is a 6-year English-taught degree. Whether it meets the National Medical Commission's rules depends on the NMC regulations in force when you enrol, including internship and licensing conditions. Check the NMC website and ask LSMU in writing before you apply.
What is the application deadline?
Applications for September 2027 open on 1 November 2026 and close on 6 July 2027. Entrance tests run from 12 January to 15 July 2027, so apply early to get a test date.
Do I need to learn Lithuanian?
Teaching is in English, but clinical work involves Lithuanian patients, so learning the language helps a great deal during the clinical years.
Is a hostel available?
Yes, three dormitories in Kaunas, with places from about €80 to €250 a month, but places are limited. You can apply after your status changes to 'Enrolled'.
Sources
- LSMU: Medicine (integrated studies) (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: Odontology (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: Pharmacy (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: Veterinary Medicine (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: Nursing (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: admission process (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- LSMU: about the university (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: LSMU programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Times Higher Education: Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (opens in a new tab)
- National Medical Commission (India) (opens in a new tab)
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