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Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Romania

1. Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy

Timisoara , Romania (Established : 1937) (Category : Government University)
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Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Romania

2. Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

Bucharest , Romania (Established : 1857) (Category : Government University)
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Hyperion University of Bucharest Romania

3. Hyperion University of Bucharest

Bucharest , Romania (Established : 1990) (Category : Private University)
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Babes-Bolyai University Romania

4. Babes-Bolyai University

Cluj-Napoca , Romania (Established : 1581) (Category : Government University)
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University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova Romania

5. University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova

Craiova , Romania (Established : 1998) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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Transilvania University of Brasov Romania

6. Transilvania University of Brasov

Brasov , Romania (Established : 1948) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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Politehnica University of Bucharest Romania

7. Politehnica University of Bucharest

Bucharest , Romania (Established : 1818) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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Alexandru Ioan Cuza University Romania

8. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University

Iasi , Romania (Established : 1860) (Category : Government University)
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West University of Timisoara Romania

9. West University of Timisoara

Timisoara , Romania (Established : 1962) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Romania

10. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

Cluj-Napoca , Romania (Established : 1948) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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Polytechnic University of Timisoara Romania

11. Polytechnic University of Timisoara

Timisoara , Romania (Established : 1920) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi Romania

12. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi

Iasi , Romania (Established : 1937) (Category : Government University)
4.9
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University of Petrosani Romania

13. University of Petrosani

Petrosani , Romania (Established : 1948) (Category : Government University)
4.8
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Craiova University Romania

14. Craiova University

Craiova , Romania (Established : 1947) (Category : Government University)
4.8
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George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Targu Mures Romania

15. George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Targu Mures

Targu Mures , Romania (Established : 1948) (Category : Government University)
4.8
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National University of Arts George Enescu Romania

16. National University of Arts George Enescu

Lasi , Romania (Established : 1860) (Category : Government University)
4.8
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Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy Romania

17. Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy

Cluj-Napoca , Romania (Established : 1919) (Category : Government University)
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Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urban Planning Romania

18. Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urban Planning

Bucharest , Romania (Established : 1952) (Category : Government University)
4.8
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University of Bucharest Romania

19. University of Bucharest

Bucharest , Romania (Established : 1864) (Category : Government University)
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University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Romania

20. University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine

Bucharest , Romania (Established : 1852) (Category : Government University)
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Top 30 Universities and Colleges in Romania
 

No.

University Name

Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Location

Sample Bachelor's

Sample Master's

Sample PhD

1

University of Bucharest

1864

Public

Bucharest

2,000–3,500

~80%

N/A

Computer Science, Law, Psychology, Philology, Sociology

European Studies, Data Science, Law

Political Science, History, Physics

2

Babeș-Bolyai University

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

2,000–3,000

~85%

N/A

Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Theology, Journalism

AI, Environmental Sciences, Education

Philosophy, Chemistry, CS

3

Politehnica University of Bucharest

1818

Public

Bucharest

3,000–4,000

~75%

N/A

Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, CS, Civil Eng, Telecom

Robotics, Embedded Systems, IT Security

Engineering, Automation, Energy

4

Alexandru Ioan Cuza University

1860

Public

Iași

2,000–3,000

~85%

N/A

Literature, Economics, CS, History, Physics

Bioinformatics, Finance, HR

Philosophy, Mathematics, Economics

5

Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

1920

Public

Cluj-Napoca

2,500–3,500

~80%

N/A

Mechatronics, IT, Architecture, Robotics, Construction

Software Eng, Renewable Energy

Electronics, CS, Mechanics

6

West University of Timișoara

1944

Public

Timișoara

2,000–2,800

~80%

N/A

Music, Math, Law, IT, Psychology

Linguistics, Data Science, Law

Physics, History, Sociology

7

Transilvania University of Brașov

1948

Public

Brașov

2,000–2,800

~85%

N/A

Forestry, Engineering, Music, Medical Physics, Economics

Business Admin, Automotive Systems

Mechanical Eng, Forestry

8

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

1857

Public

Bucharest

5,000–7,500

~70%

N/A

Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Medical Bio

Public Health, Clinical Pharmacy

Medical Sciences

9

Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy

1879

Public

Iași

5,500–6,500

~75%

N/A

General Medicine, Dental, Pharma

Surgery, Pediatrics, Bioethics

Health Policy, Medicine

10

University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Cluj-Napoca

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

6,000–8,000

~70%

N/A

Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy

Oncology, Cardiology

Neuroscience, Medical Physics

11

University of Oradea

1990

Public

Oradea

1,800–2,200

~85%

N/A

Business, Law, Sports, Philology, Geography

Tourism, Marketing, Biotech

Management, History

12

Dunărea de Jos University of Galați

1948

Public

Galați

1,600–2,500

~85%

N/A

Naval Eng, Food Science, Law

Mechanical Eng, Admin

CS, Food Eng

13

Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

1963

Public

Suceava

1,500–2,200

~90%

N/A

IT, Automatics, Literature

Informatics, HR Mgmt

Mechanical Eng

14

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

1990

Public

Sibiu

1,800–2,400

~90%

N/A

IT, Business, Theology, Journalism

Finance, Marketing

History, Philology

15

Petru Maior University of Târgu Mureș

1960

Public

Târgu Mureș

1,600–2,000

~90%

N/A

Engineering, Law, Economics

Management, Admin

Industrial Eng

16

George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology

1945

Public

Târgu Mureș

6,000–7,000

~70%

N/A

Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering

Medical Informatics

Health Sciences

17

Spiru Haret University

1991

Private

Bucharest

1,000–2,000

~95%

N/A

Business, Law, Arts

MBA, Public Admin

Economics

18

Romanian-American University

1991

Private

Bucharest

2,500–4,000

~90%

N/A

International Business, CS, Law

Economics, Management

Marketing

19

University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca

1869

Public

Cluj-Napoca

2,000–3,500

~80%

N/A

Agronomy, Vet Medicine, Food Eng

Plant Protection

Agriculture

20

Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism

1952

Public

Bucharest

2,500–3,500

~70%

N/A

Architecture, Urbanism

Design, Planning

Architecture

21

National University of Arts Bucharest

1864

Public

Bucharest

1,800–2,500

~75%

N/A

Fine Arts, Design

Photography, Aesthetics

Visual Arts

22

National University of Music Bucharest

1864

Public

Bucharest

1,500–2,200

~80%

N/A

Music, Performance, Theory

Composition, Conducting

Musicology

23

Technical University of Iași (Gheorghe Asachi)

1937

Public

Iași

2,500–3,000

~80%

N/A

Engineering, Architecture

Env. Eng, Industrial Design

IT, Materials

24

Maritime University of Constanța

1990

Public

Constanța

2,000–3,500

~85%

N/A

Marine Eng, Navigation

Port Mgmt, Logistics

Naval Systems

25

University of Pitești

1962

Public

Pitești

1,500–2,000

~90%

N/A

Engineering, Social Work

Education, Business

History

26

University of Craiova

1947

Public

Craiova

2,000–2,800

~85%

N/A

Agronomy, Engineering, Business

International Relations

Law, Philology

27

Ovidius University of Constanța

1961

Public

Constanța

2,000–3,000

~85%

N/A

Medicine, Tourism, Biology

Linguistics

Marine Biology

28

Art and Design University of Cluj-Napoca

1926

Public

Cluj-Napoca

1,800–2,200

~85%

N/A

Design, Sculpture, Painting

Contemporary Art

Fine Arts

29

University of Arad (Vasile Goldiș)

1990

Private

Arad

2,000–3,500

~90%

N/A

Medicine, Law, Pharmacy

Public Health

Medical Studies

30

Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania

2001

Private

Cluj, Miercurea Ciuc

1,800–2,200

~95%

N/A

Sociology, Engineering

Env. Mgmt

Social Sciences


Top 20 Universities and Colleges in Bucharest
 

No.

University Name

Est.

Type

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Sample Bachelor’s

Sample Master’s

Sample PhD

Website

1

University of Bucharest

1864

Public

€2,000–€3,500

~80%

Law, Psychology, Philology, Sociology, CS

European Studies, AI, Linguistics

Political Science, History, Physics

N/A

2

Politehnica University of Bucharest

1818

Public

€3,000–€4,000

~75%

Mechatronics, CS, Electrical Eng., Civil Eng., Telecom

AI, Embedded Systems, Robotics

Energy, IT, Automation

N/A

3

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

1857

Public

€5,000–€7,500

~70%

General Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Biochem

Public Health, Medical Mgmt

Biomedical Sciences, Surgery

N/A

4

Academy of Economic Studies (ASE)

1913

Public

€2,000–€3,000

~85%

Finance, Accounting, Business, International Affairs, Marketing

MBA, Economics, Cybernetics

Finance, Management, Econ Theory

N/A

5

National University of Arts Bucharest (UNArte)

1864

Public

€1,800–€2,500

~75%

Painting, Sculpture, Fashion Design, Graphic Arts, Art History

Aesthetics, Curatorial Studies

Visual Arts

N/A

6

Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism

1952

Public

€2,500–€3,500

~70%

Architecture, Urbanism, Design

Urban Planning, Restoration

Architecture

N/A

7

National University of Music Bucharest

1864

Public

€1,500–€2,200

~80%

Music, Composition, Instrument Performance, Conducting, Musicology

Music Theory, Jazz, Composition

Musicology

N/A

8

Romanian-American University

1991

Private

€2,500–€4,000

~90%

Business, International Law, CS, Economics, Tourism

MBA, Marketing, Law

Economics, Management

N/A

9

Spiru Haret University

1991

Private

€1,000–€2,000

~95%

Law, Economics, Psychology, IT, Sociology

Public Admin, Education

Sociology, Law

N/A

10

Titu Maiorescu University

1990

Private

€2,000–€3,500

~90%

Law, Psychology, Business, CS, Medicine

Legal Studies, Mental Health

Law, Education

N/A

11

University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine (USAMV)

1852

Public

€2,000–€3,000

~85%

Agronomy, Vet Medicine, Horticulture, Food Science, Biology

Animal Science, Food Tech

Agriculture, Biology

N/A

12

National School of Political and Administrative Studies (SNSPA)

1991

Public

€2,000–€2,800

~85%

Political Science, Admin Studies, Communication, IR, Sociology

EU Studies, Digital Governance

Political Theory, Comm. Studies

N/A

13

University of Theatre and Film "I.L. Caragiale" (UNATC)

1954

Public

€1,500–€2,200

~70%

Acting, Directing, Film Production, Screenwriting, Cinematography

Theatre Studies, Film Directing

Performing Arts

N/A

14

Artifex University of Bucharest

1992

Private

€1,500–€2,500

~90%

Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, Tourism

Management, Finance

Business Admin

N/A

15

Hyperion University

1990

Private

€1,500–€2,500

~90%

Journalism, CS, Law, Film, Psychology

Media Studies, IT

Law, Arts

N/A

16

Ecological University of Bucharest

1990

Private

€1,800–€2,800

~90%

Environmental Law, Eco Tourism, IT, Psych, Econ

Eco Law, Finance

Sustainable Development

N/A

17

University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Titu Maiorescu"

1990

Private

€5,000–€6,500

~80%

Medicine, Dental, Pharmacy, Biomedicine, Nursing

Public Health, Pharma Research

Medicine

N/A

18

Bioterra University of Bucharest

1991

Private

€1,500–€2,000

~90%

Nutrition, Food Safety, Agriculture, Environmental Studies

Food Security, Toxicology

Agriculture

N/A

19

Christian University "Dimitrie Cantemir"

1990

Private

€1,800–€2,800

~90%

Law, Tourism, CS, Economics, Public Admin

Intl Relations, Econ Policy

Law, Econ

N/A

20

University of Bucharest School of Advanced Studies

N/A

Public

 (part of Unibuc)

N/A

Highly Selective

Humanities, Legal Studies, Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Programs

Research Programs


Average Tuition Fees of Universities in Romania
 

1. Public Universities (EU Students):

  • Bachelor's and Master's programs: €500 to €2,500 per year

  • PhD programs: €1,000 to €3,000 per year

  • Some programs (especially in Romanian language) may be tuition-free for Romanian and EU citizens, subject to academic performance and available spots.

2. Public Universities (Non-EU Students):

  • Bachelor's and Master's programs: €2,000 to €5,000 per year

  • Medicine and technical fields (Engineering, Computer Science) may go up to €6,000 to €7,500 per year

  • PhD programs: around €3,000 to €6,000 per year

3. Private Universities (All Students):

  • Bachelor's and Master's programs: €1,500 to €3,500 per year on average

  • Some specialized or international programs may charge higher fees, especially in Business, Law, and IT

  • Private medical schools may charge up to €7,000 to €8,000 per year

4. Medicine and Health Sciences (Public Universities):

  • One of the most expensive disciplines

  • For EU students: €3,000 to €5,000 per year

  • For non-EU students: €5,000 to €8,000 per year depending on the university

5. Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences:

  • Generally lower tuition fees

  • Public universities: €500 to €2,000 per year

  • Private universities: around €1,500 to €2,500 per year


Acceptance Rate of Indian and International Students of Universities in Romania
 

General Acceptance Trends in Romania:

1. Public Universities:

  • Acceptance Rate for International Students: ~70% to 90%

  • Acceptance Rate for Indian Students: ~75% to 90%

  • Admission is generally non-competitive if the applicant meets the minimum academic requirements and submits complete documentation.

  • Fields like Medicine, Engineering, and Business may be slightly more selective, but still accessible compared to Western universities.

2. Private Universities:

  • Acceptance Rate (International & Indian): ~90% to 100%

  • Most private universities have open admission policies, especially for Bachelor's programs.

  • Applicants are usually accepted as long as they meet basic eligibility and can afford the tuition fees.

By Field of Study:

  • Medicine and Dentistry:

    • Highly sought-after by Indian and non-EU students.

    • Acceptance rate: ~60% to 80%

    • Universities may have limited seats and require strong grades in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, especially for non-EU applicants.

  • Engineering & Technology:

    • Acceptance rate: ~80% to 90%

    • Technical universities in Romania are generally welcoming to international applicants with a solid academic background.

  • Business, Law, Humanities, Arts:

    • Acceptance rate: ~85% to 100%

    • Less competitive; documentation and financial readiness are key.


Application and Admission Process of Universities in Romania
 

1. Choose Your University and Program

  • Select a Romanian university that offers your desired program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD).

  • Check if the program is taught in English, Romanian, French, or German.

  • Confirm if the university is public or private, and whether it accepts international students for your selected course.

2. Check Admission Requirements

Each university has its own requirements, but general criteria include:

For Bachelor's:

  • High school diploma (equivalent to Romanian Baccalaureate)

  • Transcripts of academic records

  • Proof of language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or Romanian language certificate)

For Master’s:

  • Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts

  • Resume/CV

  • Letter of motivation

  • Proof of language proficiency

For PhD:

  • Master’s degree certificate

  • Research proposal

  • Academic references

  • Interview (some universities)

3. Prepare Required Documents

Documents typically required:

  • Copy of passport

  • Application form (downloaded from university website)

  • Academic transcripts and diplomas (officially translated into Romanian or English)

  • Birth certificate (translated)

  • Medical certificate (confirming you're fit for university study)

  • Language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, DELE, etc.)

  • Passport-sized photos

4. Apply to the University

  • Applications are submitted online or by email/post directly to the university’s international office.

  • Some universities use centralized platforms, while others manage their own application portals.

  • Application deadlines typically range from:

    • May to July for September intake

    • October to November for February intake (limited universities)

5. Pay the Application Fee

  • Ranges from €50 to €100 depending on the university

  • Must be paid before your application is processed

6. Receive Letter of Acceptance

If accepted:

  • The university will issue a Conditional Letter of Acceptance or Letter of Admission.

  • This letter is required for the student visa application.

  • In most cases, non-EU students must pay the first year's tuition fee in advance to get a final admission letter.

7. Apply for Student Visa (for Non-EU Students)

Required documents for Romanian student visa:

  • Letter of Acceptance from the Romanian university

  • Proof of tuition payment

  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months)

  • Proof of accommodation in Romania

  • Medical insurance

  • Proof of sufficient funds (€2,500–€3,000+ for 1 year)

  • Visa fee

  • Police clearance certificate

Visa applications are submitted at the Romanian Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Processing time is usually 2–4 weeks.

8. Arrive in Romania and Register

  • Once your visa is approved, you can travel to Romania.

  • Upon arrival, you must register at the university and apply for a residence permit within 90 days.


Top 20 Public Universities in Romania
 

  1. University of Bucharest

    • Established: 1864

    • Location: Bucharest

    • Known for: Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences

  2. Babeș-Bolyai University

    • Established: 1919

    • Location: Cluj-Napoca

    • Known for: Multilingual programs, Computer Science, Psychology

  3. Politehnica University of Bucharest

    • Established: 1818

    • Location: Bucharest

    • Known for: Engineering, Technology, IT

  4. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași

    • Established: 1860

    • Location: Iași

    • Known for: Humanities, Physics, Economics

  5. West University of Timișoara

    • Established: 1944

    • Location: Timișoara

    • Known for: Arts, Mathematics, Law

  6. Transilvania University of Brașov

    • Established: 1948

    • Location: Brașov

    • Known for: Engineering, Forestry, Music

  7. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

    • Established: 1920

    • Location: Cluj-Napoca

    • Known for: Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Architecture

  8. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

    • Established: 1937

    • Location: Iași

    • Known for: Engineering, Construction, Architecture

  9. Academy of Economic Studies (ASE)

    • Established: 1913

    • Location: Bucharest

    • Known for: Economics, Finance, Business Administration

  10. Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

    • Established: 1857

    • Location: Bucharest

    • Known for: Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry

  11. Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy

    • Established: 1879

    • Location: Iași

    • Known for: Medicine, Biomedical Research

  12. University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Cluj-Napoca

    • Established: 1919

    • Location: Cluj-Napoca

    • Known for: Medical programs in English, French, and Romanian

  13. Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

    • Established: 1990

    • Location: Sibiu

    • Known for: Humanities, Engineering, Law

  14. University of Craiova

    • Established: 1947

    • Location: Craiova

    • Known for: Agriculture, IT, Engineering

  15. Ovidius University of Constanța

    • Established: 1961

    • Location: Constanța

    • Known for: Marine Sciences, Medicine, Tourism

  16. University of Oradea

    • Established: 1990

    • Location: Oradea

    • Known for: Economics, Medicine, Engineering

  17. Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

    • Established: 1963

    • Location: Suceava

    • Known for: Computer Science, Engineering, Education

  18. University of Pitești

    • Established: 1962

    • Location: Pitești

    • Known for: Social Sciences, Engineering, Education

  19. Dunărea de Jos University of Galați

    • Established: 1948

    • Location: Galați

    • Known for: Naval Engineering, Food Science, IT

  20. University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Cluj-Napoca

    • Established: 1869

    • Location: Cluj-Napoca

    • Known for: Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Biotechnology


Top 20 Private Universities in Romania
 

  1. Romanian-American University (RAU)

    • Established: 1991

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Business, International Relations, Law, IT

  2. Spiru Haret University

    • Established: 1991

    • City: Bucharest (multiple campuses nationwide)

    • Known for: Law, Economics, Psychology, IT

    • One of the largest private universities by enrollment

  3. Titu Maiorescu University

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Law, Medicine, Psychology, Business

  4. Christian University “Dimitrie Cantemir” (UCDC)

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Law, Tourism, Political Science, CS

  5. Hyperion University

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Film, Journalism, Psychology, Law, IT

  6. Artifex University of Bucharest

    • Established: 1992

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Business Administration, Finance, Marketing

  7. Ecological University of Bucharest

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Environmental Studies, Law, Business

  8. Bioterra University

    • Established: 1991

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Nutrition, Food Safety, Agriculture, Ecology

  9. “Vasile Goldiș” Western University of Arad (UVVG)

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Arad

    • Known for: Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, Business

    • Popular among international medical students

  10. “Nicolae Titulescu” University of Bucharest

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Law, Economics, International Relations

  11. “George Bacovia” University of Bacău

    • Established: 1992

    • City: Bacău

    • Known for: Law, Accounting, Public Admin

  12. “Avram Iancu” University of Cluj-Napoca

    • Established: 1992

    • City: Cluj-Napoca

    • Known for: Law, Business, Psychology

  13. “Bogdan Vodă” University of Cluj-Napoca

    • Established: 1992

    • City: Cluj-Napoca

    • Known for: Business, IT, Law

  14. “Mihail Kogălniceanu” University of Iași

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Iași

    • Known for: Law, Public Admin

  15. “Tomis” University of Constanța

    • Established: 2002

    • City: Constanța

    • Known for: Law, Sports Science, Education

  16. Danubius University of Galați

    • Established: 1992

    • City: Galați

    • Known for: Law, International Relations, IT

  17. “Agora” University of Oradea

    • Established: 2000

    • City: Oradea

    • Known for: Law, Police Sciences, IT

  18. “Athenaeum” University of Bucharest

    • Established: 1990

    • City: Bucharest

    • Known for: Business, Finance, European Studies

  19. “Apollonia” University of Iași

    • Established: 1991

    • City: Iași

    • Known for: Dentistry, Communication Sciences

  20. “Tibiscus” University of Timișoara

    • Established: 1991

    • City: Timișoara

    • Known for: Computer Science, Law, Business


Top 20 Universities in Romania for Bachelor Course Program
 

1. University of Bucharest

  • Location: Bucharest

  • Known for: Psychology, Law, History, Political Science, Philology

  • Language: Romanian & English

2. Babeș-Bolyai University (UBB)

  • Location: Cluj-Napoca

  • Known for: Computer Science, Psychology, Sociology, Environmental Studies, Foreign Languages

  • Language: Romanian, English, German, Hungarian

3. Politehnica University of Bucharest

  • Location: Bucharest

  • Known for: Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, IT, Energy Engineering

  • Language: Romanian & English

4. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași

  • Location: Iași

  • Known for: Philosophy, Mathematics, Economics, Physics, Literature

  • Language: Romanian & English

5. West University of Timișoara

  • Location: Timișoara

  • Known for: Law, Psychology, Music, Arts, IT

  • Language: Romanian & English

6. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

  • Location: Cluj-Napoca

  • Known for: Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Automation

  • Language: Romanian & English

7. Transilvania University of Brașov

  • Location: Brașov

  • Known for: Automotive Engineering, Forestry, Business, Music, IT

  • Language: Romanian & English

8. Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

  • Location: Bucharest

  • Known for: Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing

  • Language: English, Romanian

9. Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy

  • Location: Iași

  • Known for: General Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, Biomedical Science

  • Language: English, Romanian

10. University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Cluj-Napoca

  • Location: Cluj-Napoca

  • Known for: Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy

  • Language: English, French, Romanian

11. Academy of Economic Studies (ASE)

  • Location: Bucharest

  • Known for: Finance, Accounting, International Business, Marketing, Cybernetics

  • Language: Romanian & English

12. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

  • Location: Iași

  • Known for: Mechanical Engineering, Construction, Architecture, Chemical Engineering

  • Language: Romanian & English

13. Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

  • Location: Sibiu

  • Known for: Business, Political Science, IT, Theology, Law

  • Language: Romanian & English

14. University of Craiova

  • Location: Craiova

  • Known for: Engineering, Law, Education, Agriculture

  • Language: Romanian & English

15. Ovidius University of Constanța

  • Location: Constanța

  • Known for: Medicine, Marine Sciences, Tourism, Biology, Law

  • Language: Romanian & English

16. University of Oradea

  • Location: Oradea

  • Known for: Economics, Sports, Environmental Studies, Medical Sciences

  • Language: Romanian & English

17. University of Pitești

  • Location: Pitești

  • Known for: Engineering, Social Work, Education, Business

  • Language: Romanian

18. Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

  • Location: Suceava

  • Known for: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Philology, Economics

  • Language: Romanian & English

19. Romanian-American University

  • Location: Bucharest (Private)

  • Known for: Business Administration, Marketing, Law, Computer Science, Tourism

  • Language: English & Romanian

20. Titu Maiorescu University

  • Location: Bucharest (Private)

  • Known for: Psychology, Law, Business, Medicine

  • Language: Romanian & English


Top 20 Universities in Romania for Master Course Program
 

1. University of Bucharest

  • City: Bucharest

  • Notable Master's Programs: Data Science, Political Science, Applied Psychology, European Studies, Linguistics

  • Language: English, Romanian

2. Babeș-Bolyai University (UBB)

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Notable Master's Programs: Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Management, Clinical Psychology, Economics, Sociology

  • Language: English, Romanian, German, Hungarian

3. Politehnica University of Bucharest

  • City: Bucharest

  • Notable Master's Programs: Embedded Systems, Robotics, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Mechanical Engineering

  • Language: English, Romanian

4. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași

  • City: Iași

  • Notable Master's Programs: Bioinformatics, International Relations, Public Administration, Mathematics, Chemistry

  • Language: English, Romanian

5. West University of Timișoara

  • City: Timișoara

  • Notable Master's Programs: Cognitive Science, Business Administration, Music Performance, Legal Studies, IT

  • Language: English, Romanian

6. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Notable Master's Programs: Software Systems Engineering, Structural Engineering, Industrial Design, Energy Efficiency

  • Language: English, Romanian

7. Transilvania University of Brașov

  • City: Brașov

  • Notable Master's Programs: Automotive Systems, Renewable Energy, Business Administration, Musical Interpretation

  • Language: English, Romanian

8. Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

  • City: Bucharest

  • Notable Master's Programs: Public Health, Clinical Pharmacy, Research in Medicine

  • Language: English, Romanian

9. Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy

  • City: Iași

  • Notable Master's Programs: Pediatrics, Surgery, Medical Ethics, Healthcare Management

  • Language: English, Romanian

10. University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Notable Master's Programs: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Pharmacology

  • Language: English, French, Romanian

11. Academy of Economic Studies (ASE)

  • City: Bucharest

  • Notable Master's Programs: MBA, International Business, Banking, Marketing, Financial Analysis

  • Language: English, Romanian

12. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

  • City: Iași

  • Notable Master's Programs: Engineering Management, Industrial Automation, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering

  • Language: English, Romanian

13. Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

  • City: Sibiu

  • Notable Master's Programs: Business Communication, HR Management, European Law, Computer Systems

  • Language: English, Romanian

14. University of Craiova

  • City: Craiova

  • Notable Master's Programs: Agricultural Technologies, International Relations, Computer Science

  • Language: English, Romanian

15. Ovidius University of Constanța

  • City: Constanța

  • Notable Master's Programs: Marine Biology, International Tourism, Public Law, Linguistics

  • Language: English, Romanian

16. University of Oradea

  • City: Oradea

  • Notable Master's Programs: Environmental Sciences, Management, Kinesiology, History

  • Language: English, Romanian

17. Romanian-American University (Private)

  • City: Bucharest

  • Notable Master's Programs: Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Commercial Law

  • Language: English

18. Titu Maiorescu University (Private)

  • City: Bucharest

  • Notable Master's Programs: Psychology, Law, Business Management, Public Health

  • Language: Romanian & English (select programs)

19. Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

  • City: Suceava

  • Notable Master's Programs: IT Management, Renewable Energy, Education Sciences

  • Language: English, Romanian

20. Danubius University of Galați (Private)

  • City: Galați

  • Notable Master's Programs: International Law, Strategic Communication, IT Systems Management

  • Language: Romanian (some programs in English)


Top 20 Universities in Romania for PhD Course Program
 

1. University of Bucharest

  • City: Bucharest

  • Fields: Humanities, Natural Sciences, Political Science, Law, Physics, Literature

  • Strong research centers and international cooperation

2. Babeș-Bolyai University (UBB)

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Fields: Psychology, Computer Science, Sociology, Environmental Science, Philosophy

  • Over 30 doctoral schools; multilingual research support

3. Politehnica University of Bucharest

  • City: Bucharest

  • Fields: Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Energy, Materials Science

  • Known for industry-linked doctoral research

4. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași

  • City: Iași

  • Fields: Philosophy, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, History, Economics

  • One of the oldest and most research-intensive universities

5. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Fields: Automation, Electronics, Construction, Mechatronics

  • Doctoral programs with European research integration

6. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

  • City: Iași

  • Fields: Civil Engineering, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Technology

  • Strong in technical and applied research

7. West University of Timișoara

  • City: Timișoara

  • Fields: Sociology, Arts, Education Sciences, Physics, Law

  • Multidisciplinary doctoral research environment

8. Transilvania University of Brașov

  • City: Brașov

  • Fields: Mechanical Engineering, Forestry, Economics, Medical Physics

  • Excellent infrastructure and applied research focus

9. Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

  • City: Bucharest

  • Fields: Medical Sciences, Public Health, Pharmacy, Biomedical Research

  • Top choice for PhDs in clinical and pharmaceutical sciences

10. Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy

  • City: Iași

  • Fields: Neuroscience, Medical Ethics, Surgery, Internal Medicine

  • International PhD programs in English

11. University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Cluj-Napoca

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Fields: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Genetics, Cardiovascular Research

  • Modern labs and EU research funding

12. Academy of Economic Studies (ASE)

  • City: Bucharest

  • Fields: Finance, Marketing, Economics, Management, Statistics

  • Strong connections with Romanian and EU policy institutions

13. Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

  • City: Sibiu

  • Fields: Philology, Business, Theology, Law, Computer Science

  • Focus on interdisciplinary and cultural studies

14. University of Craiova

  • City: Craiova

  • Fields: Agriculture, Automation, Economics, Political Science

  • Emphasis on regional and technical research

15. Ovidius University of Constanța

  • City: Constanța

  • Fields: Marine Biology, Literature, Medicine, International Relations

  • Attracts international PhD candidates in biology and humanities

16. University of Oradea

  • City: Oradea

  • Fields: History, Engineering, Theology, Medicine, Environmental Studies

  • Active in regional development and research

17. University of Pitești

  • City: Pitești

  • Fields: Mechanical Engineering, Education, Economics, Law

  • Offers part-time and research-based doctoral pathways

18. Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

  • City: Suceava

  • Fields: IT, Electronics, Education Sciences, Engineering

  • Emerging research institution with growing EU projects

19. University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca

  • City: Cluj-Napoca

  • Fields: Agronomy, Veterinary Medicine, Food Science, Animal Health

  • Renowned for research in sustainability and agri-tech

20. University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Bucharest

  • City: Bucharest

  • Fields: Plant Protection, Biotechnology, Food Safety, Animal Genetics

  • Offers both Romanian- and English-taught PhD programs

General Information About PhD in Romania

  • Duration: Typically 3–4 years (full-time)

  • Language: Romanian or English (many universities offer English-taught PhD tracks)

  • Admission Requirements:

    • Recognized Master's degree

    • Research proposal

    • Academic CV

    • Letter of intent or motivation

    • Interview (some programs)

  • Tuition Fees:

    • EU Students: €1,000–€2,500 per year

    • Non-EU Students: €2,500–€6,000 per year

    • Some studentships and research grants are available through universities or EU programs

  • Scholarships:

    • Romanian Government Scholarships

    • Erasmus+ Doctoral Mobility

    • University-specific scholarships for research excellence


Best Universities for IT and Computer Science in Romania
 

1. Politehnica University of Bucharest

  • Location: Bucharest

  • One of the top engineering and technical universities in Romania

  • Strong focus on software engineering, AI, embedded systems, and cybersecurity

  • Offers English-taught programs at all levels

2. Babeș-Bolyai University (UBB)

  • Location: Cluj-Napoca

  • Home to one of Romania’s most modern and respected Computer Science faculties

  • Offers Bachelor's and Master's programs in Romanian, English, and German

  • Emphasis on machine learning, data science, and distributed systems

3. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

  • Location: Cluj-Napoca

  • Known for applied IT and computer engineering

  • Offers programs in software systems, automation, and computer networks

  • Strong links with tech companies like Bosch, Emerson, and Endava

4. University of Bucharest

  • Location: Bucharest

  • Offers theoretical and applied computer science programs

  • Focus areas include algorithms, bioinformatics, and cloud computing

  • Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees offered in Romanian and English

5. West University of Timișoara

  • Location: Timișoara

  • Offers solid undergraduate and postgraduate programs in IT and software development

  • Emphasis on web technologies, mobile computing, and software testing

  • Part of EU research networks in IT and AI

6. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

  • Location: Iași

  • Known for computer engineering and automation

  • Offers robust curricula in robotics, embedded systems, and real-time computing

  • Strong doctoral programs and technical research centers

7. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași

  • Location: Iași

  • Offers computer science programs through its Faculty of Computer Science

  • Emphasis on theoretical foundations and software development

  • Opportunities for international exchanges and Erasmus programs

8. Transilvania University of Brașov

  • Location: Brașov

  • Offers computer science and IT engineering degrees

  • Focus on software architecture, data security, and IT systems

  • Industry collaboration with companies in automotive and defense tech

9. Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

  • Location: Sibiu

  • Offers modern IT and computer engineering degrees

  • Strong Master’s programs in software systems and network security

  • Good Erasmus partnerships and research mobility options

10. Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

  • Location: Suceava

  • Offers well-structured undergraduate and postgraduate programs in CS and automation

  • Known for software engineering and applied informatics

  • Affordable tuition and high acceptance rate for international students


Top 10 Universities and Colleges in Romania for MBA (Business, Management and Economics) 
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs (MBA/Econ/Management)

PhD Programs

1

Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE)

1913

Public

Bucharest

€1,200–€2,500

~85%

Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Business Admin, Cybernetics

MBA, Strategic Management, Business Communication, Marketing, Finance

Economics, Management, Accounting

2

Babeș-Bolyai University (Faculty of Economics and Business Admin)

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,500–€3,000

~85%

Business Admin, Econ, Finance, International Business

MBA, HR Mgmt, Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics

Economics, Management

3

West University of Timișoara (FEAA)

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,200–€2,500

~80%

Business, Marketing, Management, Econ

MBA, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies

Economics, Mgmt

4

Romanian-American University

1991

Private

Bucharest

€2,500–€4,000

~90%

Business, Intl Econ, Law & Business, Marketing

MBA, International Business, Management

Management, Marketing

5

Transilvania University of Brașov

1948

Public

Brașov

€1,200–€2,000

~85%

Business Admin, Industrial Econ, Trade

Strategic Mgmt, Business Finance

Business Admin

6

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

1990

Public

Sibiu

€1,000–€2,200

~90%

Business Admin, Econ, Management

Marketing, Financial Audit

Economics

7

University of Craiova (Faculty of Econ & Business Admin)

1947

Public

Craiova

€1,000–€2,000

~85%

Business, Accounting, Public Admin, Econ

Business Admin, MBA, Public Mgmt

Economics, Business Admin

8

Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,800–€2,500

~90%

Econ, Tourism, Intl Business

Business Mgmt, Public Policy

Economics

9

Titu Maiorescu University

1990

Private

Bucharest

€2,000–€3,500

~90%

Business, Accounting, Econ

Business Admin, Management

Business Admin

10

Danubius University of Galați

1992

Private

Galați

€1,500–€2,200

~90%

Business Admin, Intl Econ

MBA, Strategic Mgmt

Economics


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for MS (Engineering, Science and Technology)
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs (Engineering/Science/Tech)

PhD Programs

1

Politehnica University of Bucharest

1818

Public

Bucharest

€3,000–€4,000

~75%

Electrical Eng., CS, Mechatronics, Civil Eng.

Software Eng., Robotics, Cybersecurity, Energy Systems

Automation, Electrical Eng., IT

2

Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

1920

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€2,500–€3,500

~80%

CS, Mechanical Eng., Telecom, Architecture

AI, Mechatronics, Data Systems, Power Electronics

Electronics, Mechanical Eng.

3

Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

1937

Public

Iași

€2,000–€3,000

~80%

Civil Eng., CS, Chem. Eng., Automation

Structural Eng., Env. Tech, Systems Eng.

Automation, Materials Science

4

Transilvania University of Brașov

1948

Public

Brașov

€2,000–€2,800

~85%

Mechanical Eng., Industrial Design, CS

Automotive Systems, Renewable Energy, Robotics

Mech. Eng., Energy Eng.

5

University of Bucharest (Science Faculty)

1864

Public

Bucharest

€2,000–€3,500

~80%

Physics, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Sci.

Theoretical Physics, NanoTech, Data Science

Physics, Math, Chem.

6

Babeș-Bolyai University (Faculty of Science)

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,800–€3,000

~85%

CS, Env. Science, Physics, Math

AI, Geoinformatics, Theoretical CS, Statistics

CS, Math, Physics

7

University of Craiova

1947

Public

Craiova

€1,500–€2,500

~85%

Electrical Eng., Robotics, CS

Intelligent Systems, Electronics, Mechatronics

Electrical Eng., IT

8

West University of Timișoara (Science & IT Faculties)

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,500–€2,500

~80%

Physics, Math, IT, Chem.

Computational Physics, Software Eng., Data Analytics

Physics, Math

9

Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

1963

Public

Suceava

€1,200–€2,200

~90%

Industrial Eng., CS, Automatics

IT Systems, Embedded Devices, Software Eng.

Electrical & Computer Eng.

10

Ovidius University of Constanța

1961

Public

Constanța

€1,800–€2,800

~85%

Marine Eng., IT, Biotech, Env. Sci.

Applied Physics, Industrial Informatics

Environmental Sci., Applied Physics


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Health Science, Medicine and Nursing
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

1857

Public

Bucharest

€6,000–€7,500

~70%

Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing

Public Health, Clinical Pharmacy

Medical Sciences, Surgery

2

Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€6,000–€8,000

~70%

Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing

Biomedicine, Public Health

Neuroscience, Genetics

3

Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

1879

Public

Iași

€5,500–€6,500

~75%

Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing

Clinical Practice, Medical Bioethics

Medical Sciences

4

Victor Babeș University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timișoara

1945

Public

Timișoara

€6,000–€7,000

~75%

Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing

Health Management, Biostatistics

Physiology, Oncology

5

George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mureș

1945

Public

Târgu Mureș

€5,500–€7,000

~75%

General Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing

Medical Informatics

Health Sciences

6

Ovidius University of Constanța (Faculty of Medicine)

1961

Public

Constanța

€5,000–€6,000

~80%

General Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy

Health Policy, Public Health

Clinical Medicine

7

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu (Faculty of Medicine)

1990

Public

Sibiu

€4,500–€6,000

~80%

Nursing, Medicine, Midwifery

Community Health, Nursing Science

Public Health

8

University of Oradea (Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy)

1990

Public

Oradea

€4,000–€6,000

~85%

Medicine, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Dentistry

Clinical Management

Medical Research

9

Titu Maiorescu University (Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry)

1990

Private

Bucharest

€6,000–€7,000

~85%

Medicine, Dental Medicine, Nursing

Healthcare Mgmt, Dentistry

Medicine

10

Vasile Goldiș Western University of Arad

1990

Private

Arad

€5,000–€7,000

~85%

Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Biology

Biomedical Sciences

Health Sciences


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Art and Humanities
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

University of Bucharest

1864

Public

Bucharest

€1,200–€2,500

~80%

Philosophy, History, Philology, Sociology, Cultural Studies

Literary Studies, Modern Languages, Political Philosophy

Philosophy, History, Philology

2

Babeș-Bolyai University

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,500–€2,800

~85%

Cultural Studies, Languages, Theology, Journalism, History

Translation, Gender Studies, Semiotics

Humanities, Sociology

3

West University of Timișoara

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,200–€2,200

~85%

Visual Arts, History, Philosophy, Romanian Lit., English Studies

Art Theory, Philosophy, History

Cultural Studies, History

4

National University of Arts Bucharest (UNArte)

1864

Public

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,500

~75%

Fine Arts, Graphics, Fashion, Painting, Art History

Visual Arts, Photography, Sculpture

Fine Arts, Art History

5

National University of Theatre and Film “I.L. Caragiale” (UNATC)

1954

Public

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,200

~70%

Acting, Theatre Directing, Screenwriting, Puppetry

Theatre Arts, Film Production, Performing Arts

Dramatic Arts

6

“George Enescu” National University of Arts Iași

1860

Public

Iași

€1,200–€2,000

~80%

Music, Drama, Painting, Sculpture

Arts Management, Vocal Performance

Visual Arts, Performing Arts

7

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

1990

Public

Sibiu

€1,000–€2,000

~90%

Journalism, Cultural Studies, Theology, History

Communication, Literary Studies

History, Literature

8

University of Craiova

1947

Public

Craiova

€1,200–€2,000

~85%

Philosophy, Letters, Translation Studies, History

Literature, Cultural Policy

Humanities

9

Art and Design University of Cluj-Napoca (UAD)

1926

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,800–€2,500

~80%

Sculpture, Painting, Design, Art Pedagogy

Contemporary Art, Theory of Art

Fine Arts

10

“Dimitrie Cantemir” Christian University

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,500

~90%

Philology, History, Foreign Languages

Communication, Translation Studies

History, Linguistics


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Media and Mass Communication
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

University of Bucharest (Faculty of Journalism and Communication Studies - FJSC)

1864

Public

Bucharest

€1,200–€2,000

~80%

Journalism, PR, Media Production, Communication

Multimedia, Strategic Communication

Communication Sciences

2

Babeș-Bolyai University (Faculty of Political, Administrative and Communication Sciences)

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,500–€2,500

~85%

Journalism, Advertising, Media Studies

Digital Communication, PR, Political Communication

Communication Sciences

3

West University of Timișoara

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,000–€2,000

~85%

Journalism, Digital Media, Advertising

Communication and PR, Audiovisual Media

Communication

4

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

1990

Public

Sibiu

€1,000–€1,800

~90%

Journalism, Communication, Media Writing

Mass Communication, Cultural Journalism

Media and Communication Studies

5

University of Craiova

1947

Public

Craiova

€1,000–€1,800

~85%

Journalism, Communication Science

PR & Communication Strategies

Journalism and Media

6

National University of Theatre and Film “I.L. Caragiale” (UNATC)

1954

Public

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,200

~70%

Film Studies, Audiovisual Communication, Screenwriting

Media Production, TV & Film Directing

Cinematography and Media

7

Hyperion University

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,200

~90%

Journalism, TV Production, Film & Media

PR and Communication, Audiovisual Journalism

Media Studies

8

Spiru Haret University

1991

Private

Bucharest (National)

€1,000–€1,800

~95%

Communication and Journalism

Media and Public Relations

Communication Studies

9

Romanian-American University

1991

Private

Bucharest

€2,000–€3,000

~90%

Communication, Marketing, International Business

Strategic Communication, Business Communication

N/A (No PhD in Media)

10

“Dimitrie Cantemir” Christian University

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,000

~90%

Journalism, Mass Communication, International Relations

Communication Strategies

Media and Society


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Hospitality, Tourism and Events
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

Babeș-Bolyai University (Faculty of Business)

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,500–€2,500

~85%

Tourism, Hotel Mgmt, Intl Business

Hospitality Business Dev., Tourism Strategy

Business, Economics

2

Academy of Economic Studies (ASE)

1913

Public

Bucharest

€1,200–€2,000

~85%

Commerce, Tourism & Services, Event Planning

Tourism Business Admin, Marketing in Tourism

Management, Economics

3

Romanian-American University (School of Domestic and International Tourism Economy)

1991

Private

Bucharest

€2,000–€3,000

~90%

Tourism Mgmt, Hospitality, Intl Business

Strategic Mgmt in Tourism, Intl Hospitality Mgmt

N/A

4

Ovidius University of Constanța (Faculty of Economic Sciences)

1961

Public

Constanța

€1,500–€2,200

~85%

Tourism Geography, Hotel Management

Sustainable Tourism, Destination Mgmt

Geography, Economics

5

Transilvania University of Brașov

1948

Public

Brașov

€1,200–€2,000

~85%

Tourism Services, Event Planning, Cultural Management

Event Mgmt, Regional Development in Tourism

Economics

6

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu (Faculty of Economic Sciences)

1990

Public

Sibiu

€1,000–€1,800

~90%

Hotel & Restaurant Mgmt, Rural Tourism

Hospitality Business Strategy

Business Admin

7

Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University (Faculty of Tourism & Commercial Mgmt)

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,200

~90%

Tourism, Commercial Services, Intl Business

Tourism Marketing, Event Coordination

Economics

8

Spiru Haret University

1991

Private

Bucharest (National)

€1,000–€1,800

~95%

Tourism and Hospitality, Services Mgmt

Event Mgmt, Hospitality Strategy

N/A or Limited

9

University of Oradea (Faculty of Economic Sciences)

1990

Public

Oradea

€1,200–€2,000

~85%

Tourism Geography, Leisure Studies

Hospitality Admin, Eco-Tourism

Economics, Regional Dev.

10

University of Suceava (Ștefan cel Mare)

1963

Public

Suceava

€1,000–€1,800

~90%

Tourism and Hotel Mgmt, Recreation Planning

Sustainable Tourism, Event Design

Geography, Economics


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Art and Design
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

National University of Arts Bucharest (UNArte)

1864

Public

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,500

~75%

Fine Arts, Graphics, Fashion Design, Sculpture

Visual Arts, Photography, Mural Art

Visual Arts, Art History

2

Art and Design University of Cluj-Napoca (UAD)

1926

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,800–€2,500

~80%

Painting, Sculpture, Design, Art Pedagogy

Contemporary Art, Design Strategy

Fine Arts

3

“George Enescu” National University of Arts Iași

1860

Public

Iași

€1,200–€2,000

~80%

Visual Arts, Decorative Arts, Fashion

Art Education, Fine Arts

Visual Arts

4

West University of Timișoara – Faculty of Arts and Design

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,200–€2,200

~85%

Design, Painting, Graphics, Sculpture

Multimedia Design, Art Theory

Arts and Design

5

Transilvania University of Brașov – Faculty of Music & Arts

1948

Public

Brașov

€1,000–€1,800

~85%

Visual Arts, Graphic Design

Visual Communication

N/A or Limited

6

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu – Faculty of Arts

1990

Public

Sibiu

€1,000–€1,800

~90%

Theater Design, Decorative Arts

Art Criticism, Aesthetics

N/A or Limited

7

National University of Theatre and Film “I.L. Caragiale” (UNATC)

1954

Public

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,200

~70%

Stage Design, Costume Design, Set Design

Performing Arts, Theatre Design

Performing Arts

8

“Dimitrie Cantemir” Christian University – Faculty of Art

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,500–€2,200

~90%

Visual Arts, Decorative Arts

Cultural Management, Art Studies

N/A

9

Hyperion University – Faculty of Arts

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,200–€2,000

~90%

Graphic Design, Film Arts, Painting

Art Education, Media Art

N/A

10

Spiru Haret University – Faculty of Arts

1991

Private

Bucharest & Brașov

€1,000–€1,800

~95%

Interior Design, Visual Arts

Decorative Arts, Art Techniques

N/A


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Building, Construction and Architecture
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism (UAUIM)

1952

Public

Bucharest

€2,500–€3,500

~70%

Architecture, Urban Planning, Interior Design

Urbanism, Restoration, Sustainable Design

Architecture, Urban Studies

2

Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

1920

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€2,000–€3,000

~80%

Civil Eng., Architecture, Building Services

Structural Eng., Sustainable Design

Civil Eng., Architecture

3

Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

1937

Public

Iași

€2,000–€3,000

~80%

Architecture, Civil Engineering, Installations

Structural Analysis, Urban Design

Civil Eng., Architecture

4

Politehnica University of Bucharest (Faculty of Civil Engineering)

1818

Public

Bucharest

€2,500–€3,500

~75%

Civil Eng., Construction Management

Building Tech, Infrastructure Eng.

Construction Science

5

Transilvania University of Brașov

1948

Public

Brașov

€1,800–€2,500

~85%

Civil Eng., Construction, Industrial Design

Building Rehabilitation, Urban Infrastructure

Civil Eng., Structures

6

Technical University of Timișoara (Politehnica Timișoara)

1920

Public

Timișoara

€1,800–€2,800

~80%

Civil Eng., Architecture, Installations

Geotechnical Eng., Architecture

Structural Eng., Design

7

University of Oradea (Faculty of Constructions and Architecture)

1990

Public

Oradea

€1,500–€2,500

~85%

Civil Eng., Architecture, Building Installations

Structural Systems, Urbanism

Civil Eng.

8

Ovidius University of Constanța

1961

Public

Constanța

€1,800–€2,500

~85%

Construction Eng., Installations

Building Services, Construction Mgmt

N/A or Limited

9

University of Pitești

1962

Public

Pitești

€1,500–€2,000

~90%

Civil Eng., Building Structures

Sustainable Construction

N/A or Limited

10

Spiru Haret University (Private – Civil Engineering)

1991

Private

Bucharest

€1,800–€2,500

~95%

Civil Eng., Design & Tech

Construction Mgmt

N/A or Limited


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Law and Legal Studies
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

University of Bucharest – Faculty of Law

1864

Public

Bucharest

€1,200–€2,500

~75%

Law (General, Criminal, Civil)

EU Law, Intl Law, Criminal Law

Legal Sciences

2

Babeș-Bolyai University – Faculty of Law

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€1,500–€2,500

~80%

Romanian & Intl Law, Admin Law

Business Law, Criminal Law

Law

3

Alexandru Ioan Cuza University – Faculty of Law

1860

Public

Iași

€1,200–€2,200

~80%

Civil Law, Criminal Law, EU Law

Legal Sciences, Public Law

Legal Theory, Constitutional Law

4

West University of Timișoara – Faculty of Law

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,200–€2,000

~85%

Law, Public Admin

Comparative Law, Public Policy

Law

5

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu – Faculty of Law

1990

Public

Sibiu

€1,000–€2,000

~90%

Legal Studies, Public Law

Judicial Studies, Criminology

Law

6

University of Craiova – Faculty of Law

1947

Public

Craiova

€1,000–€2,000

~85%

Law, Legal Admin

EU Legal Frameworks

Legal Studies

7

Titu Maiorescu University – Faculty of Law

1990

Private

Bucharest

€2,000–€3,000

~90%

General Law, Criminal Justice

Business Law, Civil Procedure

Law

8

Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University – Faculty of Law

1990

Private

Bucharest

€1,800–€2,500

~90%

Civil Law, Intl Law

Public Admin, Law of Contracts

Law

9

Spiru Haret University – Faculty of Law and Public Admin

1991

Private

Bucharest (National)

€1,500–€2,200

~95%

Criminal Justice, Civil Law

Legal Counseling, EU Law

Limited PhD Options

10

Romanian-American University – School of Law

1991

Private

Bucharest

€2,500–€3,000

~90%

Intl Business Law, Legal Studies

Intl Commercial Law

N/A


Top 10 Universities in Romania and Colleges for Computer Science, AI & Data Science
 

No.

University Name

Year Est.

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor's Programs

Master's Programs

PhD Programs

1

Politehnica University of Bucharest (UPB)

1818

Public

Bucharest

€3,000–€4,000

~75%

Computer Science, Software Eng., AI & Robotics

Cybersecurity, AI, Data Science

Computer Science, IT Systems

2

Babeș-Bolyai University (UBB)

1919

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€2,000–€3,000

~85%

CS, AI, Business IT

Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Applied Informatics

CS, Applied Math, AI

3

University of Bucharest

1864

Public

Bucharest

€2,000–€3,500

~80%

Computer Science, Applied Math

Data Science, Software Dev.

Theoretical CS, AI

4

Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

1920

Public

Cluj-Napoca

€2,500–€3,500

~80%

CS, Embedded Systems, Automatics

Intelligent Systems, Data Analytics

IT, Automation, Machine Learning

5

West University of Timișoara

1944

Public

Timișoara

€1,800–€2,800

~85%

CS, Web Dev, Software Eng.

Data Science, Software Systems

CS, Math, AI

6

Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

1937

Public

Iași

€2,000–€3,000

~80%

Computer Eng., IT Systems

Embedded AI, Digital Systems

CS, Embedded Systems

7

Transilvania University of Brașov

1948

Public

Brașov

€1,800–€2,500

~85%

CS, IT, Info Systems

Applied Data Science, AI Tools

CS

8

Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava

1963

Public

Suceava

€1,500–€2,200

~90%

CS, Automation, Software Dev

Intelligent Computing, AI

Computer Eng., Applied Informatics

9

Romanian-American University

1991

Private

Bucharest

€2,500–€3,500

~90%

CS, Business IT

AI and Business Intelligence, Data Analysis

N/A

10

Spiru Haret University

1991

Private

Bucharest & Others

€1,500–€2,200

~95%

IT, CS, Systems Programming

Data Mgmt, Software Eng.

N/A or Limited


List of Free Tuition Fees Universities and Colleges in Romania
 

Public Universities with Tuition-Free Options for Eligible Students:

1. University of Bucharest – Offers tuition-free spots for Romanian and EU students based on academic merit.

2. Babeș-Bolyai University (Cluj-Napoca) – Large number of budgeted seats for EU students; non-EU can apply for scholarships.

3. Politehnica University of Bucharest – Free education for high-performing EU students in engineering and tech programs.

4. Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași – Romanian and EU students may study tuition-free depending on entrance results.

5. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca – Offers free tuition to Romanian and EU students on state-funded seats.

6. West University of Timișoara – Competitive merit-based free tuition for Romanian and EU nationals.

7. Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași – State-funded engineering and architecture seats for eligible students.

8.Transilvania University of Brașov – Offers free spots for EU students in technical, business, and arts programs.

9. Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu – Tuition-free access for EU citizens on competitive entry; also has grants.

10. University of Craiova – Free tuition based on merit for Romanian and EU students; low-cost for others.

11. University of Oradea – Offers state-funded education for Romanian/EU citizens in many disciplines.

12. University of Suceava (Ștefan cel Mare) – Affordable and often free for local and EU students, especially in IT and education.

13. Ovidius University of Constanța – Tuition-free places for EU/EEA students in various health and marine sciences.

14. University of Pitești – Offers free education to EU citizens and scholarship opportunities for others.

15. Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy – Free tuition possible for top-ranked Romanian/EU applicants in medicine.