Frequently asked questions

Many master’s programmes are taught in English, but most bachelor’s programmes are in Slovene. For Slovene-taught programmes you usually need to prove Slovene knowledge (about B2). Always check the language of each programme before you apply.

You apply online through the national eVŠ portal, using a qualified digital certificate or an eVŠ username and password. Foreign applicants have their own application deadlines and rounds.

Deadlines depend on the level and the round. For bachelor’s studies the first round usually runs in spring; master’s deadlines are set by each faculty. Always confirm the current dates for your programme.

For enrolment, your previous education is recognised by the university you apply to, not by a separate ministry. You submit your diplomas and transcripts, often with certified translations.

As a Macedonian citizen you can enter Slovenia without a visa for short stays, but to study you must obtain a temporary residence permit for study. You normally apply before you arrive, at the Slovenian embassy.

You apply at the Slovenian embassy in Skopje (or at an administrative unit once in Slovenia), with your enrolment certificate, a valid passport, proof of means (about €484.88 per month), health insurance, a criminal record certificate and the required fees.

Most students spend roughly €455 to €850 per month depending on the city, including rent, food, transport and personal costs. Ljubljana is the most expensive; smaller cities are cheaper.

Full-time study at public universities is often free for the first programme at each level, but self-funded and second programmes may have fees. Scholarships exist, including the World Bank / government scholarship of about €9,600.

With student status you get subsidised meals (boni), discounted public transport, and many cultural and sport discounts. The meal subsidy lowers the price of a meal at partnered restaurants.

Yes, student work through a napotnica (referral) is allowed on a student residence permit. A full-time employment contract is different and usually requires changing your permit from study to work.

Options include student dormitories, private rooms and flats. Self-funded foreign students usually cannot get a subsidised dorm place, so most rent privately or use student housing brokers.

You arrange basic health cover through the two-country procedure (an FZOM form from Macedonia leads to a ZZZS certificate in Slovenia), and you can add voluntary complementary insurance. You need valid insurance for your residence permit.