Vytautas Magnus University for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Vytautas Magnus University

Kaunas

Lithuania

Founded in 1922, Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) is one of the leading universities in Lithuania and a renowned regional center for education and research. Located in Kaunas City, it is renowned for its wide range of engineering and natural science degrees as well as its high academic standards and robust student body. VMU differs from other regional universities in its international outlook, providing students from numerous countries with quality education and cultural exchange in a supportive learning environment.

Overall Score:

52.43

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

3426

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

13704

Location

Kaunas is Lithuania’s second-largest city, home to approximately 375,000 people. It is easily accessible, with major highways and an international airport providing travel options to and from the city. Visitors to Kaunas will be delighted by the historic old town, which boasts a variety of lively restaurants and bars, as well as the impressive Town Hall.

Overall Scores

Academics

56.6

Happiness

48.6

Costs

52.1

Overall Grade

52.43

1. Academics

Rank:

1350

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

11.3

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

9

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

56.6

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

43.9

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

14

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

60.11

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

48.6

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

49.3

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

47.1

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

13704

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

52.1

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

52.43

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C