CMEPIUS (Center for Mobility and European Educational and Training Programs) is Slovenia's ENIC-NARIC center. It handles the recognition of foreign academic qualifications, manages European mobility programs (including Erasmus+) in Slovenia, and provides information on studying in Slovenia for international applicants. When a formal recognition decision is required for a foreign diploma, CMEPIUS issues an official statement confirming its equivalency to the Slovenian matura or other credentials.

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Admission Requirements to Study in Slovenia

Q: Are there English-taught programs in Slovenia?

Yes, though the range is more limited than in northern or western Europe. The University of Ljubljana offers English-taught Master's programs in fields including economics, computer science, electrical engineering, and social sciences. The Faculty of Economics and Business (FELU) at UL is particularly well-regarded for its English-medium programs. IELTS 6.0–6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79–90 is the standard requirement.

Q: What is Ljubljana like as a student city?

Ljubljana is one of Europe's most underrated student cities. It is compact, walkable, and extremely safe. The city center is largely car-free, with a lively café culture along the Ljubljanica river. Students have easy access to skiing (Krvavec is 45 minutes away), the Adriatic coast (Piran is 2 hours), and the Italian and Austrian borders. Monthly living costs average €600–€900, which is reasonable for a European capital.

Q: Is Slovenia a good gateway to the rest of Europe?

Yes — Slovenia's geography makes it one of the most centrally connected small countries in Europe. From Ljubljana, you can reach Vienna in 2.5 hours by train, Venice in 3 hours, Zagreb in 2 hours, and Trieste in 1.5 hours. Slovenia is a full Schengen member, so travel throughout Europe is completely unrestricted for students with a valid residence permit.

Q: Can I stay in Slovenia after graduation to work?

Yes. Graduates of Slovenian higher education institutions can apply for a temporary residence permit to seek employment after completing their studies. Slovenia also has a relatively straightforward work permit process for skilled graduates in sectors where there are labor shortages, including IT, engineering, and healthcare.

A compact, green country with a punchy academic tradition and strong EU connectivity.

Voltar para Eslovênia

Recognition body ENIC-NARIC Slovenia (CMEPIUS)

Slovenian language test Certificate of Slovenian Language

Financial proof ~€4,000–€6,500/year

Typical deadline February – May

Slovenia is one of Europe's most pleasant surprises as a study destination — a small, prosperous EU country nestled between Austria, Italy, Croatia, and Hungary, with an academic tradition anchored by the University of Ljubljana (founded 1919) and the University of Maribor. Ljubljana itself consistently ranks among Europe's most livable small capitals, with excellent infrastructure, a compact and walkable city center, and easy access to the Alps, the Adriatic coast, and three neighboring countries. English-taught programs are growing, particularly at postgraduate level.

Slovenian universities require a secondary school diploma equivalent to the Slovenian matura certificate (awarded after 13 years of education, including 4 years of secondary school). Foreign qualifications are recognized by CMEPIUS (the Center for Mobility and European Educational and Training Programs), which is Slovenia's ENIC-NARIC center. EU applicants with recognized secondary diplomas generally apply directly to universities without a separate equivalency procedure. Non-EU applicants may need an official recognition decision from CMEPIUS or from the relevant Ministry of Education. For Master's programs, a recognized Bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS in a related field is required.

Slovenian-taught programs	Certificate of Slovenian Language — B2 minimum (exam via University of Ljubljana)
English-taught programs	IELTS 6.0–6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79–90
University of Ljubljana	IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 for most English Master's programs
Certificate validity	Results must usually be less than two years old

Research your target institution. The University of Ljubljana and University of Maribor are the main research universities. The University of Nova Gorica and the University of Primorska are smaller institutions with specific strengths.
Check whether a CMEPIUS recognition decision is required for your secondary school diploma, or whether the university will assess it directly.
Register on your target university's online application system. Some programs also use the eVŠ national higher education information system.
Prepare your language documentation — a Slovenian language certificate for Slovenian-taught programs, or IELTS/TOEFL results for English programs.
Submit your full application package — diploma, transcripts, translations, language certificate, motivation letter, and CV — before the stated deadline.
After receiving your admission offer, non-EU/EEA students apply for a Slovenian long-stay visa (Type D) at the nearest Slovenian Embassy. Upon arrival, register at the local Administrative Unit (Upravna enota) to obtain a residence permit.

Certified copy of secondary school diploma (Matura equivalent)
Official transcripts for all completed study
Certified Slovenian or English translation of all documents
CMEPIUS recognition decision (if required)
Proof of Slovenian language proficiency (for Slovenian-taught programs)
Proof of English language proficiency — IELTS or TOEFL (for English programs)
Motivation letter / Statement of purpose
CV / Résumé
Passport copy (valid throughout planned stay)
Two recent passport-sized photographs
Proof of financial means (~€4,000–€6,500/year)
Health insurance certificate (required for residence permit)

Non-EU students applying for a Slovenian long-stay study visa must demonstrate sufficient financial resources. Slovenian authorities require proof of at least €540 per month (the Slovenian minimum guaranteed income reference level), or approximately €4,500–€6,500 for a full academic year. Accepted proof includes a bank statement, a sponsor's guarantee letter with bank documents, or a scholarship confirmation. Slovenian public university tuition for EU students is low (around €0–€1,500/year depending on program) and for non-EU students ranges from €2,000–€6,000/year. Ljubljana's living costs are moderate — higher than Eastern EU capitals but below Vienna or Zurich.

University of Ljubljana (most programs)	February – May for October intake
University of Maribor	March – June for October intake
CMEPIUS recognition processing	Allow 4–8 weeks — request early
Residence permit registration	Within 3 days of arrival at local Administrative Unit
Academic year start	October (winter semester); February (summer semester)

Non-EU students must register with the local Administrative Unit (Upravna enota) within 3 days of arriving in Slovenia — not 90 days. This is a strict legal requirement. Bring your admission letter, passport, proof of accommodation, and health insurance.

The number of English-taught programs at Slovenian universities is more limited than in countries like Estonia or the Netherlands — research available programs carefully before committing.

University dormitory places in Ljubljana are limited and in high demand. Apply for accommodation through your university's housing office immediately after receiving your admission offer.

Slovenia uses the euro, which simplifies financial planning. However, Ljubljana is more expensive than most Eastern EU capitals — budget accordingly.

What is CMEPIUS?

Are there English-taught programs in Slovenia?

What is Ljubljana like as a student city?

Is Slovenia a good gateway to the rest of Europe?

Can I stay in Slovenia after graduation to work?

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