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Cost of studying in Georgia

Tuition by field and degree, the one-time fees of each university, how you can pay and the official fees of your first year – everything that goes into your study budget.

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From $3,000 / yearYearly tuition
MD from $4,500 / yearMedicine per year
40–250 GELRecognition (EQE)
300–600 GELResidence permit

Tuition by field

Yearly tuition for international students, as published by our partner universities:

FieldProgramsFromUp to
Business41$3,000 / year€10,000 / year
IT & Engineering20$3,500 / year$10,000 / year
Medicine & Health10$4,000 / year$6,500 / year
Social Sciences & Humanities13$4,000 / year$5,000 / year
Design & Architecture612,500 GEL / year$5,000 / year
Agriculture212,500 GEL / year12,500 GEL / year

Tuition by degree level

LevelProgramsFromUp to
Bachelor56$3,000 / year€10,000 / year
Master23$4,000 / year$10,000 / year
One-cycle8$4,500 / year$6,500 / year
PhD512,500 GEL / year$5,000 / year

One-time fees at each university

Besides tuition, some universities charge an application or service fee that covers translation, notary and the NCEQE submission:

UniversityFees and invitationInstallments
Alte UniversityOptional registration support (translations, notarization, NCEQE submission): 300 USD service fee. This is not an invitation fee.No installments.
Alterbridge UniversityNo invitation fee.No installments.
Caucasus UniversityThe acceptance letter is issued after the interview and the application fee. There is no separate invitation fee.Tuition can be split into 2 payments.
East European UniversityThe invitation letter is free.Individual payment schedules for international students.
European UniversityNo separate invitation fee.No installments.
Georgian International UniversityApplication and admission service fee: 200 USD (270 USD for Chinese/Asian-language translations), non-refundable. Covers translation, notarization, NCEQE submission, consultancy and visa assistance.Tuition can be paid in 2 installments.
Georgian National University SEUVisa-support documents are free of charge.Two installments per semester.
Georgian Technical UniversitySTU does not issue classic invitation letters and is not responsible for visas. Optional support service (translation, notarization, NCEQE submission): 300 USD.Tuition can be paid in 2 installments.
International Black Sea UniversityThe invitation letter is free.The full annual fee is normally paid up front; an installment plan can be agreed with the administration.
Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani UniversityRegistration fee: 300 USD (includes translation, notarization and recognition).No installments.
University of GeorgiaVisa support and invitation letter are free, but part of the tuition must be paid first. Only enrolled students receive visa-support documents.First-year tuition is paid in full on arrival (part of it up front for the visa invitation). From the second year, installments are possible.

Official fees after admission

Recognition of your education

NCEQE charges 40 GEL for the regular one-month procedure, 80 GEL for 15 business days, 120 GEL for 5 business days and 250 GEL for one business day.

Student residence permit

Caucasus University lists 300 GEL for a decision in one month, 450 GEL in 20 days and 600 GEL in 10 days at the Public Service Hall.

Insurance

The D3 visa file needs travel health and accident insurance, and some universities (for example the University of Georgia) require yearly health insurance.

Money for the residence permit

Caucasus University asks students to show at least 3,800 GEL on deposit in a Georgian bank for the residence permit.

If your visa is refused

UniversityRefund terms
Alte UniversityFull tuition refund after official confirmation of a visa refusal.
Alterbridge UniversityTuition is refunded if the visa is refused.
Caucasus UniversityFull tuition refund after official confirmation of a visa refusal.
East European UniversityFull tuition refund after official confirmation of a visa refusal.
European UniversityTuition is refunded if the visa is refused.
Georgian International UniversityFull tuition refund after official confirmation of a visa refusal.
Georgian National University SEUFull (100%) tuition refund if the visa is refused and you submit proof.
Georgian Technical UniversityFull tuition refund after official confirmation of a visa refusal.
International Black Sea UniversityFull tuition refund with official confirmation from the consulate or Justice House.
Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani University100% tuition refund if the visa is refused.
University of Georgia100% refund with no deduction if the visa is refused (a suspension order and a refund request are required).

Quick answers

What is the cheapest degree in Georgia for international students?

The lowest yearly tuition in our list is $3,000 / year: Business Administration at Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani University.

How much is Medicine in Georgia per year?

MD programs start at $4,500 / year – see Medicine in Georgia for every university.

Can I pay tuition in installments?

At several universities, yes – usually in two payments. The table above shows each university's rule.

Is tuition refunded if my visa is refused?

Yes, every partner university refunds the tuition on official proof of the refusal.

Sources

Checked 5 November 2026. Rules and fees can change – we confirm them for your case before you apply.

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