University of Economics – Varna
Varna, Bulgaria
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
- 11,000
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1920
Overview
The University of Economics – Varna (UE-Varna) was founded in 1920 as the Higher School of Commerce. Over its century-long history, it has established itself as a premier institution for business and economic education in Southeast Europe. Located in the coastal city of Varna, the university features modern campus facilities, high-tech laboratories, and a rich library. UE-Varna is committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and strong international collaboration, participating actively in Erasmus+ and other global exchange networks.
Fields of study
- Economics
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Management
- Tourism
- Informatics
- Computer Science
- Marketing
- International Business
Accreditation: National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency (NEAA) of the Republic of Bulgaria
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September, February
- Application deadlines
- Usually mid-September for international students starting in the Fall semester.
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- foreign_students@ue-varna.bg
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€2,500 – €3,500
From about $2,700 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees vary for EU/EEA citizens and non-EU international students. Non-EU international students typically pay between €2,500 and €3,500 per academic year depending on the program and degree level.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.