Study Medicine at Sofia Medical University – Overview
🏛️ Overview
Sofia Medical University (MU-Sofia) is the oldest and most prestigious medical university in Bulgaria. Located in the capital city, Sofia, it has been the leading institution for medical education in the country for over 100 years. MU-Sofia offers Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy in English and is a popular destination for international students.
🎓 Programs Offered (in English)
- Medicine (6 years) – M.D. degree
- Dentistry (6 years) – D.M.D. degree
- Pharmacy (5 years) – MPharm degree
All programs follow the EU Bologna standards and are recognized throughout the European Union and many other countries.
💶 Tuition Fees (per year)
- Medicine: €9,950
- Dentistry: €10,000
- Pharmacy: ~€10,340
Fees are typically paid in two installments per academic year. Payment is required after receiving the official admission letter.
📍 Location
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria, offering excellent connectivity, modern hospitals, affordable lifestyle, and rich cultural life. Students benefit from clinical rotations in national-level hospitals, public transport, and an international environment.
🧾 Admission Requirements
- High school diploma with Biology and Chemistry
- Entrance exam in Biology and Chemistry (in English)
- English proficiency (exam or certificate may be required)
- Translated and legalized academic documents
🧪 Entrance Exam
- Subjects: Biology and Chemistry
- Format: Multiple choice and short answers
- Language: English
- Usually held in August or September each year
- Prep materials and mock tests are available from agencies or university sites
🏡 Student Life
- Vibrant international student community
- University dormitories and private housing options available
- Public transport student card (~€15/month)
- Cafés, libraries, and academic facilities all located in central Sofia
- Monthly living expenses: ~€500–€700
🌟 Why Choose MU-Sofia?
- Highly ranked and internationally accredited
- Access to Bulgaria’s largest clinical hospitals
- Diverse student body from 50+ countries
- Excellent research and laboratory facilities
- Located in the heart of the capital with dynamic city life
