About the university
Vilnius College, now called Vilnius University of Applied Sciences (Vilniaus kolegija, VIKO), was set up on 1 September 2000 by reorganising three Vilnius higher schools of electronics, economics and trade. Medical, agricultural, pedagogy and technology schools joined in 2001–2002, and it now has nine faculties and 6,554 students.
VIKO awards professional bachelor's degrees, with a strong focus on practical training: it runs business practice firms and the SIMULITH practical training centre, and its programmes include long internships. It reports 94% graduate employability.
For Indian students the attraction is low fees and short, career-focused degrees in English: most programmes cost €2,900 a year, and Software Engineering and Civil Engineering €3,800 a year in 2026/27. Instead of IELTS, every applicant sits VIKO's own English exam.
VIKO is in Vilnius, with its main address at Saltoniškių g. 58-1. It does not provide housing for international degree students, so you must arrange private accommodation before you arrive.
- Founded
- 1 September 2000, by reorganising three Vilnius higher schools (electronics, economics and trade)
- Type
- Public university of applied sciences; one of Lithuania's largest professional higher education institutions
- Students
- 6,554 (October 2025)
- Teaching staff
- 563
- Faculties
- 9, with 58 study programmes
- Graduate employability
- 94%, according to VIKO
- Intake
- September only; apply 1 January to 31 March
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Software Engineering (Professional Bachelor of Computing)
- Fee / year
- €3,800
- Duration
- 3.5 years (210 credits)
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,900
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,900
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,900
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,900
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,900
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €3,800
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,900
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (applications 1 January to 31 March)
- English
- B2 English: all applicants sit VIKO's own English exam (written test and interview)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineering (Professional Bachelor of Computing) | 3.5 years (210 credits) | €3,800 | ≈ ₹4 lakh |
| International Business | 3 years | €2,900 | ≈ ₹3.1 lakh |
| Hotel and Restaurant Business | 3 years | €2,900 | ≈ ₹3.1 lakh |
| Tourism Management | 3 years | €2,900 | ≈ ₹3.1 lakh |
| Business Economics | 3 years | €2,900 | ≈ ₹3.1 lakh |
| Banking | 3 years | €2,900 | ≈ ₹3.1 lakh |
| Civil Engineering | 3 years | €3,800 | ≈ ₹4 lakh |
| Transport Logistics | 3 years | €2,900 | ≈ ₹3.1 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 Vilnius College (Vilniaus kolegija, VIKO) with similar universities in Lithuania.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 (or an equivalent qualification giving access to higher education in Lithuania), assessed and recognised by VIKO.
- A pass in maths. If your certificate does not confirm it, you take VIKO's evaluation in IT, maths, history and geography.
- English at B2 level: every applicant sits VIKO's English exam, with a written test and an interview. Popular Music also has an entrance exam.
- Apply online between 1 January and 31 March; studies start on 1 September. Late or incomplete applications are rejected.
- Non-refundable application fee of €100. After the Letter of Acceptance, the full first-year tuition is due within 10 working days.
Postgraduate
- VIKO teaches professional bachelor's degrees only; it does not offer master's programmes in English.
Documents
- Passport copy
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheet, apostilled or legalised, with an official English or Lithuanian translation if needed
- Colour scans made from the originals
- Receipt for the €100 application fee
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 |
|---|---|
| Required level | B2 (CEFR) |
| VIKO English exam | Compulsory for all applicants: written test plus interview |
| IELTS / TOEFL | VIKO's admission pages do not list external test scores; plan for its own exam |
Accommodation and living costs
VIKO says it does not provide accommodation for international degree students and that you must find housing in Vilnius before you arrive. It points students to private student residences and co-living operators in the city, such as LIV-IN Vilnius, SHED co-living, Youston Coliving and Solo Society City House. Check prices directly with each provider.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
VIKO has nine faculties in Vilnius, with a central library and faculty libraries, a sports centre and practical training facilities.
- Faculties include Electronics and Informatics, Business Management, Economics, Civil Engineering and Arts and Design.
- SIMULITH Practical Training Centre and five business practice training firms.
- Central library plus faculty libraries.
- Sports centre and club, and the VORUTA folk dance and music ensemble.
- Software Engineering offers Machine Learning and Web Technologies specialisations, with internships in semesters 6 and 7.
Careers and graduate outcomes
VIKO's degrees are professional bachelor's with built-in internships, aimed at direct entry to jobs in IT, business, tourism, finance and engineering. For work rights during and after study, see our Lithuania guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate employability | 94% | VIKO facts and figures |
Studying in Lithuania
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Lithuania. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much are the fees at VIKO?
For 2026/27, most English-taught programmes cost €2,900 a year. Software Engineering and Civil Engineering cost €3,800 and Popular Music €9,500 a year. The application fee is €100.
Do I need IELTS for VIKO?
VIKO asks for B2 English, and every applicant sits its own English exam with a written test and an interview. Its admission pages do not list IELTS or TOEFL scores.
When is the deadline?
There is one intake a year. Applications open on 1 January and close on 31 March; studies start on 1 September.
Does VIKO provide a hostel?
Not for international degree students. VIKO asks you to arrange private accommodation in Vilnius before arrival and lists some student residences you can contact.
Is the fee refunded if my residence permit is refused?
VIKO says the fee may be refunded if your temporary residence permit is refused and you have not signed a study contract. Send a refund request to admissions; a €54 transfer fee applies to refunds outside the EU.
Sources
- VIKO: home page (English) (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: degree programmes in English (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: Software Engineering (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: how to apply (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: facts and figures (opens in a new tab)
- VIKO: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Vilniaus kolegija: history (Lithuanian) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: en.viko.lt (opens in a new tab)
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