Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy
Varna, 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
- 1881
Overview
Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy is a leading educational institution in the Black Sea region, providing comprehensive academic and practical training for both military cadets and civilian students. With a history spanning over 140 years, the academy has developed state-of-the-art simulation facilities and research centers. It offers Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees in compliance with international maritime standards, including the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations.
Fields of study
- Navigation
- Marine Engineering
- Ship Electrical Engineering
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Cybersecurity
- Logistics
- Transport Management
- National Security
- Military Affairs
- Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies
- Digital Transformation
- Software and Network Technologies
- Mechatronics
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
- Mid-August of the respective academic year for international students (EU and non-EU).
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- kandidat@naval-acad.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
Tuition fees vary significantly between Bulgarian/EU citizens and non-EU international students.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Военна медицинска сестра (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Военнополитически аспекти на морската сигурност (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Експлоатация на флота и пристанищата (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Електрообзавеждане на кораба (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Информационни и комуникационни технологии (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Киберсигурност (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Корабни машини и механизми (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Корабоводене (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Логистика (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Управление на кораби и корабоводене (opens in a new tab)Bulgarian · On Campus | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.