Schools
1
Lowest Tuition
$4,000
per year
Avg Acceptance Rate
50%
English Programs
Yes
Essentials for US Students
Visa / Permit
US citizens can enter Estonia visa-free for 90 days (Schengen area). For full degree programs, apply for a long-stay Schengen visa before departure, then convert to a temporary residence permit after arrival at the Police and Border Guard Board.
Application Tip
Estonia is the most digitally advanced country in the world — home of Skype, Transferwise, and e-residency. University of Tartu is the national university and a center of Baltic academic life. Tartu is a charming university town with low living costs.
Tuition Overview
University of Tartu charges €3,000–€7,500/yr (~$3,400–$8,500 USD) for English-medium bachelor's and master's programs. Some programs in Estonian may have lower fees.
Scholarships to Explore
Estonian state scholarships are offered through the Archimedes Foundation. University of Tartu provides scholarships for top international applicants, covering partial or full tuition.
- ✓University of Tartu Scholarship
- ✓Dora Plus Scholarship
About Studying in Estonia as a US Student
There is 1 university in Estonia featured in this directory, led by University of Tartu (ranked #301 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $4,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 50% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Estonia accessible without prior language training for many degrees.