Medical University – Plovdiv

Program: MD in General Medicine (English)
Duration:
6 years (12 semesters)
Tuition fee:
€10,000 per academic year
Application period:
1 March – 12 July
Application fee:
€30 data processing fee and €270 entry test fee per exam (non-refundable)
Enrollment:
September
Academic year starts:
September

Medical University – Plovdiv Overview

Medical University – Plovdiv is one of the oldest and most prestigious medical institutions in Bulgaria, with more than 75 years of history. It has a strong international profile, welcoming students from over 40 countries each year.

The university features a modern campus with renovated lecture halls, a simulation training center, a university hospital, and one of the largest medical libraries in the country. MU-Plovdiv is known for its balance of academic rigor and practical training, ensuring that students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on clinical skills.

International cooperation, Erasmus+ partnerships, and participation in global medical research projects position the university as a key player in medical education in Southeast Europe.

Entrance exam:

  • Written test in Biology and Chemistry (multiple choice)
  • Online English exam

Ranking:

  • Based on entrance exam performance

Admission requirements:

  • Secondary school certificate with grades in Biology and Chemistry
  • English translation of documents (if not in English/Bulgarian)
  • Health certificate, copy of passport, application form

Language requirements:

  • Proficiency in English on minimum B1 level
  • No separate language exam required if prior education was in English

Accommodation:

  • University dormitory: approx. €100/month
  • Private housing: €250–€450/month

University fee structure in EURO

€10,000 per academic year