The system of higher education in Georgia

Higher education in Georgia consists of three levels: Bachelor (BA), Master (MBA) and Doctorate (PhD).

Types of higher education institutions.

There are three types of higher education institutions available in Georgia:

• University - a higher educational institution that carries out higher educational programs of all three levels;
• Educational university - carries out higher educational program / programs (except for doctoral programs);
• College - a higher educational institution that performs only the program of the first degree of higher academic education.

What are the requirements for admission to universities in Georgia?

The duration of the bachelor's program is from 3 to 4 years (6 years in a medical school).

To grant the right to study in Georgia to a citizen of another country (foreigners who have completed general or relevant education and studied in another country during the last 2 years), the following documents must be submitted with the application:

• Copies of all pages of the document certifying citizenship;
• A document certifying the acquisition of full general or relevant education in another country;
• Written consent of the head of the educational institution elected by the entrant regarding the possibility of their enrolling.

Note: The application fee depends on the program of study and the university, it is non-refundable and is about 100 dollars.

The duration and deadlines for application depend on the university. It usually takes a few days to evaluate an interview. The application deadline for the curriculum must be announced by the host university. 

Student visa to Georgia

International students who are going to study in Georgia must apply for an immigrant visa – if such a student is a citizen of the country from which a visa is required to enter Georgia.

Scholarships

There are many opportunities to receive scholarships for international students in various forms: exemption from tuition fees, grants, scholarships, full or partial funding.

Various universities offer scholarships to students who have demonstrated outstanding academic qualities in their program.

How do students combine study and work?

International students can work part-time during their studies, but the absolute requirement for employment in the country is the ability to speak Kartvelian (Georgian) (except for freelance vacancies).

Students looking for work must obtain a residence permit after the first year of residence in the country.