University fees in Bulgaria in 2026
A detailed analysis of the tuition fees of the 42 institutions in Bulgaria that published their fees: bachelor, master, doctorate, public vs private.
Fee summary in Bulgaria
According to our data, the average bachelor fee in Bulgaria is 4,688 EUR per year, for the 8 universities that published their fees. Costs vary considerably by institution, field of study and public or private status.
The most attractive bachelor fee starts at 980 EUR per year, with a maximum observed of 13,800 EUR per year. This range illustrates the gap that can exist between public institutions and private schools.
Fees by study level
Bachelor's degree
Based on 8 universities
From
980
EUR
Average
4,688
EUR
Up to
13,800
EUR
Master's degree
Based on 3 universities
From
3,000
EUR
Average
3,991
EUR
Up to
5,522
EUR
Doctorate
Based on 1 university
From
4,600
EUR
Average
4,600
EUR
Up to
4,600
EUR
Public vs Private — Bachelor fees
Average bachelor fee
Minimum bachelor fee
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Cheapest universitiesFrequently asked questions about fees in Bulgaria
How much does a bachelor's degree cost in Bulgaria?
A bachelor's degree in Bulgaria costs between 980 and 13,800 EUR per year, with an average of 4,688 EUR, depending on the institution and field.
Are public universities cheaper in Bulgaria?
Yes, generally. On average, a bachelor's degree costs 2,522 EUR at a public university versus 6,854 EUR in the private sector, a difference of 171.8%.
How much does a master's or doctorate cost in Bulgaria?
For a master's, fees range from 3,000 to 5,522 EUR per year. A doctorate costs between 4,600 and 4,600 EUR per year.
Do these amounts include all fees?
No. The fees shown correspond to the tuition announced by the institutions. Application, housing, living and insurance costs remain the student's responsibility and vary by city and lifestyle.
Universities included in this analysis
The 42 universities in Bulgaria that published their minimum bachelor fees. Only the first 30 are shown — use the button to reveal more.
National Academy of Music Prof. Pancho Vladigerov
University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy
National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts Krastyo Sarafov
St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo
University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy
University of Library Studies and Information Technologies
International Business School Botevgrad
Academy of Music, Dance and Fine Arts
Varna Free University Chernorizets Hrabar
University of Ruse Angel Kanchev
Technical University of Sofia
South-West University Neofit Rilski
Medical University of Pleven
Burgas Free University
Todor Kableshkov University of Transport
Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy
Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski
Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen
Higher School of Agribusiness and Regional Development
Agricultural University of Plovdiv
University of Economics Varna
Technical University of Gabrovo
Academy of the Ministry of Interior
G. S. Rakovski Military Academy
Medical University of Plovdiv
National Academy of Arts
University of National and World Economy
Medical University of Sofia
Trakia University