Which Romanian university should you pick for a degree fully in English, and what will it really cost? There is no single answer, because six well-known universities can differ by thousands of euros in tuition and by months in application dates.
At the six universities compared below, yearly tuition runs from EUR 1,980 to EUR 9,000, and application fees from EUR 50 to EUR 275. Romania has more universities than these six, so treat this as a shortlist, not the full list. Choose by fit, not by name.
This guide follows the order you will go through: compare, pick by goal, qualify, cost, apply, visa. If you want to study in Romania in English, read on. This is general information, not legal advice, so confirm fees and dates with the university before you pay.
Short answer: yes, Pakistani students can study English-taught bachelor’s and master’s programmes in Romania. You apply to the university, which asks the Ministry of Education for your Letter of Acceptance. You then pay the first year’s tuition, apply for the D/SD long-stay Romania study visa, and after arrival apply for a residence permit.
Six Romanian Universities, Compared the Same Way
Each card shows the same four facts. Use them to shortlist, then confirm the current offer on the university’s own site.
- Strong in
- Business, politics, media, psychology, computing. 14 bachelor’s and 31 master’s taught in English for 2026-27.
- Tuition
- EUR 2,500 to 9,000 a year, computing and mathematics at the top.
- Applied
- 1 April to 31 July 2026.
- App. fee
- EUR 50.
- Strong in
- Computer science, automation, mechatronics, civil engineering, robotics, data science, cybersecurity.
- Tuition
- EUR 2,700 a year for technical programmes.
- Applied
- 23 March to 28 July 2026 (from outside Romania).
- App. fee
- EUR 100.
- Strong in
- Information engineering, IoT, applied electronics, mechanical, chemical, air navigation, AI.
- Tuition
- Check the current fee list on the university’s international site.
- Applied
- 3 March to 31 July in the 2025 round.
- App. fee
- Confirm on the admission page.
- Strong in
- Computers, civil engineering, telecommunications, mechanical engineering.
- Tuition
- EUR 2,430 for engineering and IT, EUR 1,980 for communication and administration.
- Applied
- 15 April to 15 September 2025 (2025-26 round).
- App. fee
- EUR 100.
- Strong in
- Publishes a separate list of programmes taught in foreign languages. Check it for your field.
- Tuition
- Confirm with the university. Payment details come after admission.
- Applied
- 1 January to 15 June.
- App. fee
- EUR 100.
- Strong in
- Robotics, international business, business administration, international relations, tourism, communication, physiotherapy.
- Tuition
- EUR 2,700 to 3,150 for non-medical faculties.
- Applied
- Results and confirmations ran in stages from late July to mid-August 2026.
- App. fee
- EUR 250 plus EUR 25 platform fee.
Based on each university’s published admission pages and offers, checked October 2026. “Applied” shows the latest window we saw, so the next window may differ.
Other universities to check. These six are not the only options. West University of Timișoara, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Ovidius University of Constanța, the Romanian-American University in Bucharest, Vasile Goldșiș Western University of Arad and Ştefan cel Mare University of Suceava also admit non-EU students. Their English-taught offer and fees vary a lot. For example, the Romanian-American University publishes its own non-EU fees (EUR 4,700 for bachelor’s and EUR 4,200 for master’s on the 2027 intake), while Ştefan cel Mare University states that most of its programmes are taught in Romanian. Check each international office page for its language list.
Which One Fits Your Goal?
| Your goal | Start with | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering or IT on a budget | Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Politehnica Timișoara | Fees near EUR 2,430 to 2,700. |
| A capital-city engineering degree | POLITEHNICA Bucharest | Widest engineering list here. |
| Business, politics or media | Babeș-Bolyai, University of Oradea | Both list English business and relations programmes. |
| Humanities or social sciences | Alexandru Ioan Cuza University | Dedicated foreign-language list. |
Medicine and dentistry are also taught in English, for example at Oradea, with far higher fees (EUR 8,100 a year there).
Do You Qualify? Background, Grades and English
Your certificate stream matters. Babeș-Bolyai asks for a high school stream related to the programme, with three relevant subjects at 60% or more. Ask each university in writing how it classifies your Pakistani certificate stream.
English proof differs. Politehnica Timișoara asks for TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or ECL, or a test at its language centre. Oradea asks for English at B1 minimum from an accredited institution or an accepted equivalent. Babeș-Bolyai accepts only certificates from its published list. Ask in writing whether you are exempt before paying for a test.
What Your First Year Really Costs
Most universities ask for the full year’s tuition in advance, because the visa file needs proof of payment, and the deadline after the letter of acceptance can be as short as 10 days.
| Cost | Figure | The detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 1,980 to 9,000 | Per year. Engineering and IT usually sit near EUR 2,430 to 2,700, while computing, mathematics and business can reach EUR 5,000 to 9,000. |
| Application fee | EUR 50 to 275 | Paid before you apply, and usually non-refundable even if the visa is refused. |
| Romania study visa fee | USD 350 from Pakistan | The long-stay (D/SD) visa fee for Pakistani applicants, paid when you apply for your visa. |
| Health insurance | EUR 30,000 minimum cover | Must cover the visa period. Confirm the latest requirement with the Romanian mission. |
You usually pay a full year before the visa decision. Politehnica Timișoara says tuition is partially refundable after a visa refusal (its example: EUR 2,430 returns EUR 2,308), and Alexandru Ioan Cuza University allows a refund request with the embassy’s proof of refusal. Get your university’s policy in writing.
Not sure which university fits your profile?
Applications often go wrong before they are submitted: a programme that does not match your certificate stream, a language certificate that is not accepted, or documents that do not agree. We help Pakistani students plan the route from shortlist to visa file.
No adviser can guarantee an admission or a visa. A clear plan made early still helps you avoid expensive mistakes.
Speak to a Global Migration advisorHow to Apply: 6 Steps
- Shortlist and check the languageConfirm that the programme is taught in English, open to non-EU students and accredited.
- Apply and pay the application feeWindows differ by university, from January at Iași to the summer months elsewhere. Babeș-Bolyai gives seats per country first come, first served, so apply early.
- Get the Letter of AcceptanceThe university sends accepted files to the Ministry of Education. You cannot apply for the visa without the letter of acceptance.
- Pay the first year’s tuitionDeadlines after the letter can be as short as 10 days, so keep funds ready.
- Apply for the D/SD visaApply for your Romania study visa through eViza. The legal decision time is 60 days, so apply well before your start date.
- Arrive, enrol and get your permitThe visa is valid for 90 days. After arrival you apply for a residence permit at the General Inspectorate for Immigration.
Documents are similar everywhere: passport, diploma and transcript, birth certificate, medical certificate, language proof and a criminal record certificate. Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues apostilles and, since 27 July 2026, only after online registration. Ask your university in writing which documents need an apostille and which translations it accepts.
The Visa and the Money Behind It
If you are planning to study in Romania from Pakistan, the visa step is where your paperwork meets your money. The D/SD visa file needs the Letter of Acceptance, proof that you paid at least one year of tuition, a criminal record certificate, medical insurance, and proof of means of support. For the full route, read our guide to the Romania study visa from Pakistan.
The EU Immigration Portal describes the means as at least the minimum monthly wage for the whole visa period. The gross minimum wage has been RON 4,325 a month since 1 July 2026, so three months would illustrate as RON 12,975. Official wording differs on gross and net, so ask the embassy which figure it applies.
Work and family. A student sponsor can request family reunification only if the marriage took place before the right to stay in Romania was obtained. Confirm with the immigration authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions About English-Taught Programmes in Romania
Q1Which universities in Romania teach in English?
Many do, but not all programmes. Babeș-Bolyai, the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Politehnica Timișoara, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University and the University of Oradea list English-taught programmes, and other universities may too. Check each university’s current list for your field.
Q2Do I need IELTS to study in English in Romania?
Not always. Universities accept a recognised English certificate from their own list, and some run their own test. Ask in writing whether you are exempt.
Q3How much do English-taught programmes in Romania cost?
Across the six universities compared, from EUR 1,980 to EUR 9,000 a year. Engineering and IT usually sit near EUR 2,430 to 2,700, and medicine costs much more.
Q4Can I work while studying in Romania?
Yes, part-time and without a separate work authorisation, for up to 6 hours a day. Confirm the current limit with the immigration authorities.
Q5How much is the Romania study visa fee for Pakistanis?
The Romania study visa fee for Pakistani applicants is USD 350, paid when you apply for the D/SD visa.
Q6How long does a Romanian study visa take?
The legal decision time is 60 days, and the first visa is valid for 90 days. Apply well before your start date.
Final Thoughts
English-taught degrees in Romania are real, affordable compared with many European destinations, and workable for Pakistani students who want to study in Romania and plan the order of things. Compare universities by fit and total cost, confirm the language of instruction in writing, check the refund policy, and prepare your documents and funds early.
If you want a clear plan before you commit to a university, speak with professional study abroad consultants for Romania who will review your profile and shortlist with you.
