About Albania

Located on the Balkan Peninsula is the small mountainous nation, Albania. Among the European countries Albania is the least developed countries in Europe. In 1944, the country became the Communist country and is an isolated country politically in the world. The country is bordered by Serbia, Adriatic Sea, Macedonia, Greece and Montenegro. The president is the nations most powerful official and the prime minister presides over the functions of the government. The national assembly the parliament of Albania has 140 members. They elect the president who appoints the prime minister and the cabinet. The myths, Legends and fairy tales form the mythology of Albania. The songs and characters includes Bardha, Baloz, Tomor etc. forms.

Why Study in Albania?

There are several reasons to choose Albania as your study abroad location. Students from all over the world come here to experience the rich culture and the diverse needs of the economy. Some stay in Albania after completing their studies and work. In particular, here are the main reasons to study in Albania:

• Albania offers scholarships that are highly competitive which is open for international students for both graduate and undergraduate programs.
• Albania offers English-taught programs that will suit your style of learning. Thus there is no need to be fluent in the Albanian language, you can study in Albania in English.
• Albania offers high-quality education. The degrees obtained from Albanian university are recognised around the world.
• In Albania, you can find both public and private universities offering a wide range of study programmes at all levels of higher education. 
• Albania has a rich and diverse culture. You will learn the Albanian culture first-hand. You will experience a new and memorable lifestyle. 
• Albania is a safe, welcoming and affordable study destination. The studying and living cost is also low in Albania.
• Albanian is the main language in Albania. If you study in Albania, you will get an opportunity to learn a new language. Knowing a foreign language enhances your C.V and brings lots of opportunities in your career. 

Top courses to study in Albania for international students

With a wide range of higher education institution options in Albania, students have plenty of courses to choose from for their further education. International students have the option to take bachelor programs or continue their studies with masters degrees. PhD degrees are also available for international students having academic research intentions. the most popular courses in Albania are:

• Study Business and Management in Albania
• Study Computer Science and Information Technology in Albania
• Study Social Sciences in Albania
• Study Hospitality Courses in Albania
• Study Economics in Albania
• Study finance and accounting in Albania
• Study engineering in Albania

Bachelor program to study in Albania

The most popular Bachelor disciplines in Albania.

Master program to study in Albania

The most popular Master disciplines in Albania.

PhD program to study in Albania

The most popular PhD disciplines in Albania.

Best universities in Albania

Albania has both private and public universities. The higher education system of Albania can be experienced in any of the 32 universities. Some of the popular universities in Albania are:

• Epoka University
• Polytechnic University of Tirana
• University of New York Tirana
• European University of Tirana
• Beder University College
• Canadian Institute of Technology

Eligibility to study in Albania

To study abroad in Albania, international students have to meet the eligibility criteria. Different courses and universities may have their own eligibility criteria. Before applying for admission check whether you are eligible or not. However common criteria are:

• You need to have at least a B average or a 3.00-grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 scale. 
• Good English proficiency is required. 
• Students need to have an average high school academic performance with 60% out of 100%.
• Students who wish to go for higher education in Albania must have passed the Matura exam. This is a high school graduation exam taken at the end of secondary education in Albania. Students who pass the examination are awarded a “Maturity Diploma/Certificate” which certifies that the student has completed secondary education.

Requirements to study in Albania

To get admission to Albanian’s university you have to apply online as a freshman/ as a transfer student. You need to complete the common application form and submit it along with other supporting documents, such as:

• Application form to be duly filled and signed. 
• Application fee receipt
• Certificates of all secondary and high school
• Certificates of universities
• Certified copy of passport or another document for identification
• English language Exam results such as TOEFL/IELTS test.
• Two letters of recommendations
• CV in English
• Four passport size photos

Cost of studying in Albania

The tuition fees in Albania differs with the course of study, level of study and university. On average, the tuition fee for a Bachelor’s degree can range from $180 to about $4,450 per year and a masters degree can cost about $6,674 per year. Contact the university you are interested to study in, to know the exact tuition fees. The cost of living in Albania is low. Living expenses differ from location to location.

Cheap Universities in Albania

Albanian universities studies are not much expensive for international students. If you want to study still at a cheaper tuition fee, you can choose the following universities for your further higher studies:

1. Fan Noli University
2. Nehemiah Gateway University
3. Eqrem Çabej University
4. Tirana Business University
5. Polis University
6. Logos University College
7. Metropolitan University of Tirana
8. Our Lady of Good Counsel University
9. Bedër University College
10. Epoka University

Student Visa Application Process

Visa Process

Before travelling to Albania, you need to have a visa. Visa requirements differ from one country to another. You need to obtain the visa from Albanian diplomatic missions. Those who wish to stay for more than 90 days in Albania need to have a residence permit and should apply for a long-term visa, type D

• The original passport should be valid for 6 months and duly signed.
• Those who wish to study in Albania need to have a visa that is valid for six months.
• Applicants need to complete the visa application form completely.
• Provide two pass port photographs
• Pay fees for the visa application
• Provide proof for the hotel bookings, airline reservation
• Have a reference letter from the college studies
• Proof for financial system for their stay, travel, booking, airline reservation
• They need to have health insurance schemes to meet the medical expenditures
• Produce current bank statement and one copy
• A reference letter from your institution

Documents for University Admissions in Albania

• Application form
• Application fee has to be paid which is non refundable
• Certificates of all secondary and high school
• certificates of universities included
• Certificates to be attested/ have official stamp/seal of the school/ college studied, and the Ministry of Education
• certified copy of passport or other document for identification
• exam results of TOEFL/IELTS test
• two letters of recommendations from teachers or others giving a report of your academic performance in English
• CV in English
• four passport size photos

Lifestyle

The standard of living in Albania is very low, as the country is mountainous. People here are mostly farmers working in the farms and others work in factories. The government c controls the wages of the workers, and they need to put 8 hours of work daily and work of six days in a week. All the items of food and other consumer products are regulated by the government and there is no income tax. The government offers free services of healthcare, education other social services. The government strictly forbids the people of Albania to own automobile, and few people in the country enjoy the privileges of having television set. The diet of Albanians includes milk, bread, cheese and vegetables. The main mode of transportation is bus, bicycles and trains. The laws enforced in Albania in 1990, permits the people to practice the religion and use the place of worship. There are only nine cities in Albania and the living standards of people are low when compared to other European countries. Albanians incomes are very small. Most of the people are Muslims. Others are Greeks and tosks belonging to orthodox churches. Albania is a country to live peacefully. Its an affordable country, safe and to live a retirement life on the sunny shores.

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