Agricultural University – Plovdiv
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1945
Overview
Founded in 1945, the Agricultural University of Plovdiv is a leading public institution in Bulgaria dedicated to agricultural science and education. It comprises four faculties: Agronomy, Horticulture and Viticulture, Plant Protection and Agroecology, and Economics. The university is recognized for its modern infrastructure and commitment to sustainable development, providing both fundamental and applied research. It offers a wide range of degree programs at the Bachelor, Master, and PhD levels, with some programs available in English. The institution maintains strong international cooperation and has been granted international accreditation.
Fields of study
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Plant Protection
- Ecology
- Economics
- Tourism
- Animal Sciences
Accreditation: National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency (NEAA), Bulgaria
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- September 30
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- inter@au-plovdiv.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
Fees for international students from non-EU countries are fixed at approximately €3,000 for Bachelor and €3,500 for Master degrees. EU citizens pay the same fees as Bulgarian nationals (in BGN).
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AgribusinessBulgarian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Agricultural Economics (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Agricultural EngineeringBulgarian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Agronomy (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Ecology and Environmental Protection (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Horticulture with Viticulture (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Organic FarmingEnglish · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | €3,500 / year | Varies | September |
| Plant BiotechnologiesEnglish · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | €3,500 / year | Varies | September |
| Plant HealthEnglish · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | €3,500 / year | Varies | September |
| Plant Protection (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.