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Academy of Ministry of Interior

Sofia, Bulgaria

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Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
—
Students
—
International students
0%
Institution type
Public
Founded
1925

Overview

The Academy of the Ministry of Interior (AMVR) is a specialized state higher education institution located in Sofia, Bulgaria. Tracing its origins back to 1925 with the establishment of the first police training courses, it has evolved to become the primary educational and training center for the Bulgarian Ministry of Interior. The Academy offers Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degree programs in fields crucial to public safety, such as National Security, Administration and Management, Psychology, Law, and Fire and Emergency Safety. It seamlessly combines theoretical academic knowledge with rigorous practical and tactical training. The institution actively maintains international partnerships, engages in European security research projects, and plays a fundamental role in modernizing Bulgaria's civil service and law enforcement agencies.

Fields of study

  • National Security
  • Administration and Management
  • Architecture, Construction and Geodesy (Fire Safety)
  • Psychology
  • Law

Accreditation: National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency (NEAA)

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
—
TOEFL iBT (minimum)
—
GPA (minimum)
—
Intakes
Fall
Application deadlines
August
Rolling admissions
No
Admissions contact
academy@mvr.bg

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

Varies by program

Domestic students

Varies by program

Education for state-ordered cadets joining the Ministry of Interior is generally state-funded. Civilian students may pay standard Bulgarian public university tuition fees.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

Official fee source (opens in a new tab)

Programs

Programs offered by Academy of Ministry of Interior
ProgramLevelDurationTuitionDeadlineIntakes
Border Police (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · Full TimeBachelor's4 yearsVariesVariesOctober
Counteracting Crime and Protecting Public Order (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · Full TimeBachelor's4 yearsVariesVariesOctober
Fire Safety and Population Protection (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · Full TimeBachelor's4 yearsVariesVariesOctober
National SecurityBulgarian · Full TimePhD3 yearsVariesVaries—
PsychologyBulgarian · Part TimeMaster's18 monthsVariesVariesOctober
Public AdministrationBulgarian · Part TimeMaster's18 monthsVariesVariesOctober

Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.