Overview
Klaipėda University is Lithuania’s only higher education institution located on the Baltic Sea coast, established in 1991 in the historic port city of Klaipėda. The university has developed distinctive strengths in marine sciences, coastal research, and maritime technologies, supported by programs in humanities, social sciences, and health sciences. With its coastal location and modern campus, Klaipėda University offers specialized facilities for marine studies and a study environment designed around real-world research. Today, around 15% of its 4,000 students come from abroad, with international learners especially drawn to English-taught pathways such as marine ecology and international tourism.
2. General Information
| Name | Klaipėda University |
|---|---|
| Established | 1991 |
| Type | Public university |
| Location | Klaipėda, Lithuania |
| Website | www.ku.lt |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education, Science and Sport |
| Students | Approx. 4,000 (around 600 international) |
| Language of Instruction | Lithuanian, English (20+ programs) |
3. Fee Structure
Tuition for international students can vary by program, intake, and study level. The figures below provide a practical starting point—always confirm the latest rates on Klaipėda University admissions pages and the program description.
| Program | Tuition Fee (Annual, EUR) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s (Marine Sciences) | 3,200 |
| Bachelor’s (Humanities) | 2,400 |
| Master’s (Marine Ecology) | 3,800 |
| Master’s (Tourism Economics) | 3,500 |
| PhD Programs | 4,000–5,000 |
| Semester Fee | 100 |
4. Academic Programs
- Marine Sciences and Coastal Research
- Maritime Technologies and Transport
- Natural Sciences and Mathematics
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Health Sciences and Nursing
- International Tourism and Recreation
- Continuing Education Programs
- Baltic Sea Region Studies
If you are comparing options in the region, you may also want to review other Lithuanian programs with strong international visibility, such as the Vytautas Magnus University for a liberal arts and international approach, or the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences for health-focused study pathways.
5. Facilities
Klaipėda University is well known for research-led learning in marine and coastal fields. Students benefit from dedicated laboratories, fieldwork support, and campus resources designed for both academic study and applied projects.
- Marine Research Center with laboratories
- Research vessel “Mintis”
- Modern library with maritime collections
- Sports Center with swimming pool
- Student Union and activity spaces
- Coastal Research Station
- Language Learning Center
- University guesthouse for researchers
6. Accommodation
The university provides dormitory accommodation for about 800 students in several locations throughout Klaipėda. International students are typically supported with housing arrangements in dormitories located within walking distance or a short bus ride from campus.
- Dormitory fees: 80–150 EUR/month
- Single and shared room options
- Common kitchens and study rooms
- 24-hour security
- Proximity to the Baltic Sea coast
7. Contact Information
- Email: admission@ku.lt
- Phone: +370 46 398 844
- Address: Herkaus Manto g. 84, Klaipėda 92294
More Universities in Lithuania
- Vilnius University
- Kaunas University of Technology
- Vytautas Magnus University
- Vilnius Gediminas Technical University
- Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
- Mykolas Romeris University
- ISM University of Management and Economics
- Vilnius University of Applied Sciences
- Lithuanian Sports University
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