Catholic University in Ružomberok
About the University
Catholic University in Ružomberok is a public higher education institution of a confessional character, founded in 2000. It has four faculties: Philosophy, Education, Health Care (in Ružomberok), and Theology (in Košice).
Studies are conducted mainly in Slovak; bachelor's, master's, and 5-year integrated programs are available. As a public institution, it offers free full-time studies within the standard period.
The application fee is from €25 to €40 depending on the faculty (e.g., €35 at the Faculty of Education). Deadlines vary: for example, for the Faculty of Philosophy, it is until June 1, 2026, with interviews from August 24–31, 2026. Dormitory information is not provided.
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Admission and Deadlines
Updated 21 July 2026- A public university of confessional (Catholic) character, founded in 2000; 4 faculties — Philosophy, Education and Health Care (Ružomberok) and Theology (Košice).
- The application is submitted electronically through the AIS system (e-prihlaska.ku.sk); the admission fee depends on the faculty — approximately €25–40 (e.g., Philosophy €25 electronically / €30 on paper, Education €35, individual programs €40).
- Deadlines vary by faculty: for example, the Faculty of Philosophy accepts applications for bachelor's and 5-year master's programs until June 1, 2026, with entrance interviews from August 24–31, 2026.
- Studies are mainly in Slovak; as a public university, full-time study in the state language within the standard period is free of tuition fees for students.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the University
How much does admission and study cost at the Catholic University in Ružomberok?+
Catholic University is a public university, so full-time study in Slovak (the state language) for the standard period is free, as in other Slovak public universities. Tuition fees are charged for exceeding the standard period, for studying in a foreign language, or for external study. This makes CU an affordable option for Ukrainians.
The one-time admission fee (materiálne zabezpečenie) depends on the faculty and is about €25 to €40 (e.g., Faculty of Philosophy — €25 for an electronic application, Faculty of Education — €35). Check the admission requirements of the specific faculty for the exact amount.
Sources: Admission (Faculty of Education)Profile on Portál VŠ (University Portal)
What are the document submission deadlines for 2026/2027?+
Dates vary by faculty, so always check the "Prijímacie konanie" (Admission Procedure) page of the faculty you are interested in. For example, the Faculty of Philosophy accepts applications for bachelor's and 5-year (integrated) master's programs until June 1, 2026, and conducts admission interviews from August 24–31, 2026.
The application (prihláška) is submitted online through the university's AIS system (e-prihlaska.ku.sk). We recommend submitting it early and immediately sending the required attachments (notarized copies of your high school diploma, etc.) so that your application is accepted as complete.
Sources: Admission 2026/2027 (Faculty of Philosophy)Electronic application
Is there a dormitory and how much does it cost?+
Yes, the university has its own student dormitories (C-Blok, Ruža, Vojtaššák, Trio, and others) and additional contracted places. The cost of accommodation depends on the number of beds in the room and is approximately €53 to €120 per month.
A place in the dormitory is assigned based on an application; demand can be high, so apply immediately after enrollment. Ružomberok is a small town in the Liptov region, so renting accommodation here is usually moderate compared to Bratislava.
Sources: Accommodation (ku.sk)
What faculties are there and in what language is the instruction?+
The Catholic University has four faculties: Philosophy, Education, and Health Care in Ružomberok, and Theology in Košice. The language of instruction is mainly Slovak.
This is a university of a confessional (Catholic) nature, founded in 2000, with an emphasis on an individual approach and learning in smaller groups. For Ukrainians planning to work in Slovakia (education, social services, health care), a Slovak-language diploma from the CU is a practical choice.
Sources: Profile on Portál VŠ (University Portal)Wikipedia about CU
