Study in Albania for International Student

Albania is becoming most preferable study abroad destination. The country offers high quality education for international students. Albania is putting efforts in expanding the international students community in the country. Albania is considererd as safe, has low cost of living and offers affordable education for students.

Quick Facts

Teaching Language	Albanian, Greek, English
Top Universities	Epoka University University of Tirana Aleksander Moisiu University Canadian Institute of Technology Fan Noli University Ismail Qemali University Luigj Gurakuqi University Polytechnic University of Tirana Agricultural University of Tirana Aldent University Luarasi University University of Arts, Tirana
Course Duration	Three to four years for a bachelor’s degree One to two years for masters Three years for a Ph.D.
Minimum education required	Higher Secondary Education for bachelors. A relevant Bachelor’s degree for a master. A relevant Master’s degree for a Ph.D.
Eligibility Criteria	Previous Academic qualifications with maximum 60-70% grades, language proficiency, and other specific requirements set by the University
Average fee structure	For a bachelors, Range from 200 to 4500 USD per year For masters, Coist around 6674 USD per year
Is IELTS required or not?	Yes, with a minimum score of 6-6.5, depending on the university requirement
Entry test	Depends on the university’s requirement
Scholarships	Yes available
Part Time Jobs	Receptionist Library assistant Call center representative Peer mentor Sales associate Department assistant Research assistant Tutor Warehouse emnployees Food, Beverage, and Retail Services Babysitter Freelancer work Cultural Exchange Programs Audit Intern Discover Vodafone Graduate Programme Deloitte Student Brand Ambassador (Albania) Project Assistant Intern English School Teacher Primary school teacher IB MYP/ DP Mathematics Teacher Digital Content Editor
Part-time job Working hours	20 hours per week
After the study work permit	Yes, students can apply for a work permit
Embassy or Consulate	42 embassies located in albania
Bank statements	A Bank statement for the last 6 months with a sufficient amount is required
Average monthly expense	700 to 900 USD
Admission processing time	More than 2-3 weeks
Visa processing time	3 to 6 weeks

Admission Procedure

Students who wish to study in albania must apply to the higher education institution of tehir choice. Fill an application, attach required documents to your prioritized university.

Supporting Documentation

For Undergraduate Studies

Maturity certificate: State Matura exam points
High school transcripts
English proficiency certificate (if applicable): TOEFL/ IELTS
High school leaving certificate
SAT exam result (Some universities consider the SAT scores)
2 passport size photos
A copy of passport or ID
Reference letters: At least two

For Graduate Studies

An undergraduate diploma or its equivalent
English proficiency certificate (if applicable)
Curriculum Vitae
Reference letters: At least two
A copy of passport or any other ID
2 passport size photos
A Master’s degree or an equivalent diploma
Research proposal (for doctorate studies)

Note: All documents must be officially translated in Albanian.

Step by Step Admission Process to Albania Universities

Step 1: Finding the right program
Step 2: Application to Universities
Step 3: Receiving the Conditional Acceptance Letter
Step 4: Receiving the unconditional Acceptance Letter
Step 5: Obtaining Visa
Step 6: Accommodation
Step 7: Flights
Step 8: Get connected
Step 9: Arriving in Albania
Step 10: First Week in Albania

Documents Required

Documents may include:

Accommodation arrangement or booking
Transcripts
Certificates
English Language Proficiency Test
Proof of financial sustenance
University admission letter
Passport
Birth Certificate
Driver’s license
Marriage Certificate (applicable for married couples)
Bachelors/ Postgraduate certificates
A level certificate/ O-level Certificate (if applicable)
All other certificates and Transcripts where applicable.

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Albanian Visa Requirements for International Students

Follow these simple steps to apply for albania’s study visa.

Initially, Fill the application form at least three months before the course start.
Then Submit it through your regional consulate to the Immigration Department.
All the forms must be tested by Ministry of Education and it must be signed from concerned college or University.

Note. All EU countries are exempted from VISAs to Albania

Visa Eligibility

Following criteria are as follows;

A letter of acceptance must be shown demonstrating that an applicant has been offered a place on a full-time course of study at a recognized educational institution.
Candidates must display evidence of enough funds to support themselves in the country.
Must shown that the course fees have been paid in full.
Private Medical inssurance and documengted evidence must be displayed
Its the policy that candidate should return to their own country at the end of their period of study.

If the Ministry of Foreign Affairs authorizes the visa, you can then apply at one of the Consulates or Embassies near you by submitting the following documents:

Proof of authorization from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Birth Certificate
High school diploma or other previous academic certificates
A medical report issued by a certified medical practitioner. The report must have been issued within the last three months.
Police clearance report issued within the last six months

Important things to note

After the application submission, candidate should have to wait for at least one to seven days for the application to be proceed. Although, it may take longer depending on specific consulate/embassy. After application processed, candidate can pickup their visa during the working days.

This is not final list of required documents. The Albanian authorities can ask to additional documents at anhy time to submit as they see fit during any stage of your application processing.