Academy of Music, University of Ljubljana
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #601
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- 25%
- Students
- 435
- International students
- 20%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1939
Overview
The Academy of Music of the University of Ljubljana is the largest and only music conservatoire in Slovenia, officially established in 1939 with roots dating back to the Ljubljana Philharmonic Academy of 1701. Located in the heart of Ljubljana, the academy offers comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs in musical arts and music pedagogy. It boasts a low student-to-faculty ratio of three-to-one, ensuring highly individualized artistic training. The academy is intrinsically linked to Slovenia's cultural life, organizing over 150 concerts locally and internationally each year. Through its symphony orchestra, chamber ensembles, and choirs, it maintains active collaborations with top Slovenian orchestras and international institutions.
Fields of study
- Musical Arts
- Music Education
- Music Theory and Composition
- Instrumental and Vocal Pedagogy
- Sacred Music
- Early Music
- Jazz
Accreditation: Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (NAKVIS/SQAA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- May
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- referat@ag.uni-lj.si
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€5,500 / year
From about $5,940 / year
Domestic students
Free / year
Full-time Bachelor's and Master's studies are tuition-free for Slovenian citizens, EU/EEA/Swiss students, and citizens of countries with bilateral agreements (Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Kosovo, Serbia). Other international students pay tuition fees. All doctoral students and part-time students are required to pay tuition. Specific fee schedules are published annually by the University of Ljubljana.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
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Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.