Belarus is a one-of-kind, beautiful country with a historical past and unique nature. It lies at the crossroads where the most important trans-European railroads and motorways converge, as well as oil and gas pipelines, waterways, and air routes connecting Europe and Asia. Belarus is a nation of the educated: more than half of its residents have graduated from higher education institutions.

Belarus Higher Education System in International Comparison

In this section, we highlight the overall performance of Belarus universities on the institutional level per the U-Multirank dimension. The table below shows the national breakdown of Belarus universities and how they stand across the spectrum of above average (receiving a score of ‘A’ (very good) or ‘B’ (good)), versus below average (receiving a score of ‘D’ (below average) or ‘E’ (weak)). In doing so, U-Multirank offers a clear picture of the country’s strengths and areas for improvement.

It becomes apparent that in general Belarus higher education institutions perform strongest in U-Multirank’s teaching learning and regional engagement dimensions.

How much does it cost to study in Belarus?

The annual costs for students vary across the institutions and the chosen fields of education. Annual tuition fees for preparatory departments of higher education institutions start at 1,600 USD per year for students arriving on an individual basis; for students applying within the framework of international or inter-university agreements, the fee is set by the agreements. Tuition fees for the first cycle of higher education vary depending on the complexity of the chosen specialty and the term of study. Full-time degrees cost 2,500 USD per year or more, and part-time degrees cost 1,400 USD per year or more. Tuition fees for the second level of higher education vary depending on the complexity of the chosen speciality and the term of study. Yearly fees start at 2,500 USD.