Jessénius Faculty of Medicine in Martin
About the Faculty
Jessénius Faculty of Medicine in Martin is a separate part of Comenius University in Bratislava, located in the city of Martin. The institution has a strong foundation, combining 14 theoretical and preclinical institutes, as well as 27 clinics within the University Hospital Martin.
Education includes programs in general medicine, dentistry, and medical research, taught in Slovak or English. The educational process focuses on intensive practical training for students directly in university clinics and partner healthcare facilities.
For applicants from Ukraine, studying in Slovak is free, while English-language programs require payment. Applications (prihláška) for bachelor's programs are open until 2.28.2026, and the registration fee is 40 euros. Students can expect accommodation in a dormitory (internát), but the number of places is limited.
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Buildings, laboratories, and classroomsAdmission to the Faculty
Updated 21 July 2026For most bachelor's programs, admission is grantedwithout entrance exams— based on the average grade of the certificate in relevant subjects. A bachelor's diploma in the relevant field is required for master's programs. Applications are submitted via ePrihláška.
Frequently asked questions about the faculty
How much does it cost to apply to the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin?+
The fee depends on the program: for bachelor's (non-medical) programs — €40, for General Medicine (Všeobecné lekárstvo) — €70, for Dentistry (Zubné lekárstvo) — €100. If an applicant applies for both medicine and dentistry at the same time, they submit one application and pay a single fee of €100. Applications are accepted electronically; a printed copy is not needed.
The deadline for applications for bachelor's and medical programs is February 28, 2026. For bachelor's programs (nursing, midwifery, public health), interviews are scheduled for June 4–5, 2026. This is one of the earliest deadlines among Slovak universities, so plan your admission in advance.
Sources: Frequently Asked Questions — JLF UKAdmissions — JLF UK
How to apply for medicine (General Medicine) in Martin and where are the entrance tests taken?+
Admission to General Medicine (Všeobecné lekárstvo) is based on a natural sciences test (biology, chemistry) and a general aptitude test. In 2026, an applicant can take the test on one of three chosen dates: March 28, April 25, or May 23, 2026. The test can be taken in person in writing in several cities in Slovakia (Martin, Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, Prešov, Žilina, Nitra, Poprad, Michalovce) and the Czech Republic, or online.
Each registered applicant receives a coupon for a 100% discount on taking one natural sciences test and one general aptitude test on one of the recognized dates. The application fee for medicine is €70. The application deadline is February 28, 2026.
Sources: Admissions to Medicine — JLF UKFrequently Asked Questions
What bachelor's (non-medical) programs can be studied at the Jessenius Faculty?+
At the bachelor's level, the faculty offers non-medical health specialties: Nursing (Ošetrovateľstvo), Midwifery (Pôrodná asistencia), and Public Health (Verejné zdravotníctvo). This is a shorter (3-year) path to a medical profession compared to general medicine, with a large portion of practical training at the University Hospital Martin.
The academic base is strong: 14 theoretical and preclinical institutes (ústav) and 27 clinics. The diploma for nurse/midwife is recognized in the EU automatically as a regulated profession. Since teaching and practice are conducted in Slovak and involve patient work, confident language skills are mandatory.
Sources: All information for applicantsFaculty profile — University Portal