University of Žilina in Žilina
About the University
The University of Žilina in Žilina is a state higher education institution, founded in 1953 as the College of Railway Engineering. It is the largest technical university in northern Slovakia, has 6 faculties, and is included in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.
It offers over 200 accredited programs for Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees, including in the fields of IT, engineering, economics, and social sciences. Teaching is conducted in Slovak and English; full-time study in Slovak is free.
For applicants from Ukraine, the application fee (€20) is waived. The deadline for Bachelor's programs is March 31, 2026 (1st round), with entrance exams on June 2–3. Dormitory costs are €64–€96 per month.
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Faculties 6
Programs by Degree
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.
ePrihláška →Costs and Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions about the University
Is UNIZA study free for Ukrainians?+
Yes. Full-time day study in Slovak at a state (verejná) university is free for all students, including those from Ukraine. Moreover, UNIZA is waiving the application fee (prihláška) for applicants from Ukraine as a sign of solidarity — while the usual fee is about €20 (up to €30 at some faculties).
What are UNIZA's strongest programs?+
Transport and logistics is a "flagship" program at UNIZA, unique in Slovakia. IT and management (Fakulta riadenia a informatiky), electrical engineering and telecommunications, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, and safety engineering are also strong. In total, the university offers over 200 programs across 6 faculties.
Sources: UNIZA profile on Portál VŠ
How much does a dormitory cost in Žilina?+
The Veľký Diel university campus offers about 4,400 places; the cost of accommodation is approximately €64–€96 per month, depending on the room type (2–3-bed rooms with internet, a shared kitchen on the floor, and a laundry room). It is one of the most compact campuses in the country — faculties, dormitories, and canteens are close to each other.
Sources: Ubytovanie Veľký Diel (RUS UNIZA)
When to apply for 2026/2027?+
First admission round — until March 31, 2026, second round — until July 31, 2026; first-round entrance exams are planned for June 2–3, 2026. Exact dates and conditions vary by faculty. The application is submitted electronically via UNIZA's e-prihláška.
Sources: e-prihláška UNIZA
Are there programs in English?+
Yes, UNIZA offers separate bachelor's and master's programs in English (especially at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and ICT), as well as Slovak language courses for foreigners and Erasmus+ mobility. The full list is in the study options section on the university's English website.
Sources: Study options 2026/2027 (EN)
