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List of Universities in Bulgaria

Bulgaria is a country located in Southeast Europe, with a rich history and culture. It is home to many universities and institutions of higher education that offer a variety of programs in different fields of study. Here is a list of some of the universities in Bulgaria:

  • Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" - Founded in 1888, Sofia University is the oldest and largest university in Bulgaria. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technology.

  • Technical University of Sofia - Founded in 1945, the Technical University of Sofia is one of the oldest and largest technical universities in Bulgaria. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, information technology, and architecture.

  • Plovdiv University "Paisii Hilendarski" - Founded in 1961, Plovdiv University is a public university located in the city of Plovdiv. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technology.

  • American University in Bulgaria - Founded in 1991, the American University in Bulgaria is a private, non-profit institution located in Blagoevgrad. It offers undergraduate programs in business, economics, computer science, and other fields.

  • New Bulgarian University - Established in 1991, New Bulgarian University is a private university located in Sofia. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technology.

  • Medical University of Sofia - Founded in 1917, the Medical University of Sofia is the oldest and largest medical school in Bulgaria. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy.

  • Varna University of Management - Established in 1995, Varna University of Management is a private university located in the city of Varna. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in business, hospitality, and tourism.

  • Burgas Free University - Founded in 1991, Burgas Free University is a private university located in the city of Burgas. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in business, law, and social sciences.

These are just a few examples of the many universities and institutions of higher education in Bulgaria, each with its own strengths and areas of expertise. Students interested in pursuing higher education in Bulgaria can choose from a wide range of options, depending on their interests and career goals.


This is only a List / Database of Institutions

  1. Academy of Economics "Dimitur A. Tscenov"

  2. Academy of Music, Dance, and Fine Arts

  3. Agricultural University of Plovdiv

  4. American University in Bulgaria

  5. Bourgas Free University

  6. Bourgas University "Prof. Assen Zlatarov"

  7. Medical University of Sofia

  8. Medical University Pleven

  9. Medical University Plovdiv

  10. Medical University Varna

  11. Military University Shoumen

  12. National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts "Krustju Sarafov"

  13. National Academy of Arts

  14. National Academy of Music "Pancho Vladigerov"

  15. National Sports Academy Sofia

  16. New Bulgarian University

  17. Shoumen University "Konstantin Preslavski"

  18. Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski"

  19. South-West University "Neofit Rilski"

  20. Technical University of Gabrovo

  21. Technical University of Sofia

  22. Technical University of Varna

  23. Trakia University Stara Zagora

  24. University of Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Geodesy

  25. University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy

  26. The University of Economics Varna

  27. University of Food Technology

  28. University of Forestry Sofia

  29. University of Mining and Geology "St. Ivan Rilski"

  30. The University of National and World Economy

  31. University of Plovdiv

  32. University of Rousse

  33. Varna Free University

  34. Varna University of Management

  35. Veliko Turnovo University "Cyril and Methodius"

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