Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra
About the University
Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra is a state institution founded in 1952. It is the only specialized agricultural university in the country. Located in the city of Nitra, it has 6 faculties and educates about 3,900 students. It positions itself as a "Green University" with a sustainable development strategy.
It offers about 90 programs at Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels, with 12 of them in English. These programs cover agronomy, biotechnology, agricultural economics, landscape architecture, engineering, and social sciences. There are unique fields of study, such as viticulture and MBA in Agribusiness and Commerce.
Full-time study in Slovak is free (verejná). The application fee is €35. The deadline for Bachelor's programs is: 1st round by April 30, 2026, 2nd round for foreigners by April 30, 2026. Dormitory costs start from €60 per month.
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Faculties 6
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Admission and Deadlines
Updated 21 July 2026Applications are submitted via ePrihláška, on portalvs.sk or the faculty website. The admission method depends on the program: some accept based on the high school diploma average without exams, medical and creative faculties conduct entrance or talent exams. The application fee is usually €15–€60 depending on the university.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the University
What can you study at the Slovak University of Agriculture?+
SPU in Nitra is the only specialized agricultural university in Slovakia. Here you can study agronomy and animal science, food technology and biotechnology, agribusiness economics and management, landscape and garden architecture, agricultural engineering and renewable energy, as well as European studies and regional development. In total, about 90 programs in 6 faculties.
Sources: SPU Programs (EN)
How many programs are in English?+
Of the approximately 90 programs, 12 are taught in English (11 accredited English-language programs and 1 with international accreditation). For English-language programs, proof of English level (TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent) is required.
Sources: Degree programmes SPU (EN)
How much does admission cost and when is the deadline?+
The fee for the admission procedure is about €35 per application. For bachelor's programs: first round - by April 30, 2026, second round - by July 15, 2026; for foreign applicants, the second round ends on April 30, 2026. The application is submitted electronically through the university system UIS (is.uniag.sk).
Sources: e-prihláška SPUFAPZ Admissions
How much does a dormitory cost in Nitra (SPU)?+
SPU has dormitories ŠD Mladosť, ŠD Nová Doba, and ŠD A. Bernoláka. At ŠD Mladosť, the monthly fee per person is about €65 for a place in a 2-bed room and €60 for a place in a 3-bed room. These are some of the most affordable prices among Slovak universities.
Sources: Ubytovanie SPU (ŠD Mladosť)
Is studying free for Ukrainians?+
Yes. SPU is a public (verejná) university, so full-time study in Slovak is free for all students, including those from Ukraine. Motivational, social, and academic scholarships are also available. English-language programs may be paid.
