Education in Slovakia

Why should you choose Slovakia? The first and main advantage is, of course, free education for Ukrainians and the similarity of the Slovak language. Here are some other advantages, described in more detail below:

• Free European education.
• The opportunity to enroll without taking external exams (ZNO).
• The similarity and closeness of Russian and Ukrainian languages to Slovak.
• Low living expenses.
• Residence permit as an EU member.
• The friendliness of Slovak authorities and people towards Ukrainians.
• A helpful population always ready to assist.
• No animosity towards Russian speakers (unlike in Poland).
• High culture and development of the country.
• Many Slovaks understand and speak Russian (Russian can still be chosen as a foreign language in schools).
• No borders: with a residence permit in Slovakia, you can travel across Europe without restrictions.
• Free train travel for students throughout Slovakia.
• Students with good academic performance can receive scholarships.
• Many benefits for students: 50% discount on public transport, discounts for theaters, cinemas, pools, amusement parks, and more.

FREE EDUCATION IN STATE UNIVERSITIES

Since 2014, education for international students from Ukraine and Belarus in all state universities in Slovakia, provided they study in Slovak, has been absolutely free.

Moreover, higher education in Slovakia meets the highest European and global standards. Diplomas obtained from state universities in Slovakia are recognized and do not require additional validation not only in all European Union countries but also in the USA, Canada, the UK, and many other countries. Prestigious European education in Slovakia provides not only a world-class diploma, high-quality knowledge, and excellent language skills but also brilliant prospects for a successful career.

SIMILARITY AND CLOSENESS OF THE RUSSIAN LANGUAGE TO SLOVAK

The Slovak language is not difficult and is easy to understand! Even arriving with no knowledge of Slovak, you can adapt and understand the language within 2-3 months. Additionally, many Slovaks understand and even speak Russian, and in schools and universities, Russian can still be chosen as a foreign language. Furthermore, most Slovaks are proficient in English.

LOW LIVING EXPENSES

Living costs for international students in Slovakia are significantly lower than in any other EU country. On average, the cost of living for a foreign student is between 150-250 euros per month (including accommodation in a shared dormitory room with a private bathroom, food, transportation, mobile phone, access to sports clubs, pools, aquaparks, cinemas, theaters, etc.).

STUDENT RESIDENCE PERMIT WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK

There are many official opportunities for students to work part-time (outside of study hours), allowing them to earn up to 300 euros per month.

SLOVAK AUTHORITIES’ LOYALTY

Slovak state universities are open to international students and plan to further expand in this direction. The Slovak government is interested in attracting foreign students and does not create artificial barriers, unlike neighboring countries like the Czech Republic or Austria. The favorable attitude toward international students makes it easy to obtain a residence permit (residence permit) with the right to work, which is a major advantage of Slovakia over other European countries. Students typically receive their residence permits within a few months after submitting their documents to the local immigration office.