Burgas State University Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov in Burgas, Bulgaria
Degrees
Medicine
Living Costs
EUR 550-850
Website
Link
Burgas State University Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov is a newer Medicine in English option on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast. It is worth comparing if you want a coastal city, but it needs more careful fact-checking than the older Bulgarian medical universities.
The official 2026/2027 admission pages list Medicine in English, online Biology and Chemistry entry tests, an English B1 diagnostic test where needed, ranking dates and enrollment rules. The Faculty of Medicine was opened in 2019 and is the only Faculty of Medicine in South-Eastern Bulgaria.
Best fit
Applicants who want a newer Medicine option in a Black Sea city and are comfortable verifying details directly with the university.
Watch out for
Because the Medicine faculty is newer and the tuition line is still marked TBC, verify accreditation, clinical training arrangements, final fees, intake dates and visa timing directly with the university before committing.
English-taught programs at Burgas State University
Start with the program fit, then check tuition, entrance-exam requirements and the official admissions page for the year you are applying.
6 years / 10 semesters + 1-year pre-degree internship
Master / Doctor
EUR 3,000/term TBC
Online Biology, Chemistry and English B1 testing where required
Admissions overview
For Medicine in English, Burgas lists application windows tied to three online exam dates: 30 July, 20 August and 8 September 2026. Online document submission runs from 4 March to 28 July for the July exam, 4 March to 18 August for the August exam and 4 March to 6 September for the September exam. Rankings are listed for 6 August, 26 August and 14 September 2026, and the ranking-score page lists a possible maximum ranking score of 42 and minimum of 24.
Typical documents
Secondary-school diploma and transcript, legalized and translated where required.
Proof that the diploma gives access to higher education in the country where it was issued.
Passport or national ID copy, application form and passport-style photos.
Recognition or equivalency documents through Bulgarian authorities where required.
English proof or English diagnostic test if the university requires it.
English B1 certificate or English B1 diagnostic test where required.
Proof of paid admission fee and document-processing fee.
NACID recognition document for secondary education where required.
Application planning
Bulgaria admission calendars are intake-specific. Check the official page before paying fees, booking exams or submitting legalized documents.
Burgas State University entrance exam
Medicine in English applicants take online Biology and Chemistry exams, plus an English B1 diagnostic test if they do not have a valid English certificate. Biology starts at 10:00 EEST, Chemistry at 13:00 and the English B1 test at 15:00 on the published exam dates. Biology lasts 60 minutes with 31 questions and a maximum of 36 points. Chemistry lasts 60 minutes with 30 questions and a maximum of 70 points.
Core science
Biology
Most medical programs require Biology preparation, Biology diploma-grade checks or university-specific science review.
Core science
Chemistry
Chemistry is common for Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy, but Veterinary and Pre-Med programs can differ.
Language
English
Some universities use English diagnostic testing or require language proof depending on applicant background.
Tuition, fees and living costs
The 2026/2027 enrollment page lists EUR 3,000 per term for education in English, marked TBC. The entry-exams page lists a EUR 300 fee for Biology, Chemistry and English B1 testing, plus EUR 150 document-processing expenses. Confirm the final tuition and payment instructions before paying.
For living costs in Burgas, use roughly EUR 550-850 / month as a planning range before flights, visa costs, deposits and one-time setup expenses.
Recognition and licensing
Bulgarian medical, dental, pharmacy and veterinary degrees are issued inside the EU higher-education system. Professional registration still depends on the country where the graduate wants to work, so applicants should check WDOMS, EAEVE or pharmacy/dental regulator requirements where relevant.
Student life in Burgas
City fit
Burgas is a coastal city with a different lifestyle profile from inland Bulgarian university towns and a smaller medical-student market than Sofia, Plovdiv or Varna. Students should check housing early and ask direct questions about clinical training, hospitals and timetable before choosing it.
Budget check
Compare tuition, rent, food, documents, flights and exam fees together. A lower tuition number does not always mean the cheapest total year.
Medimentor helps Bulgaria applicants study Biology, Chemistry and English for entrance exams. You can practise questions, review weak topics and keep documents, deadlines, tuition and city choice in view before applying.
Can I study Medicine in English at Burgas State University?
Yes. Burgas State University publishes 2026/2027 Medicine in English admission pages for international applicants.
What entrance exams does Burgas use for Medicine in English?
Applicants take online Biology and Chemistry exams. Applicants without a valid English certificate also take an English B1 diagnostic test.
When are the 2026 Burgas Medicine in English entrance exams?
The 2026 Medicine in English exam dates are listed as 30 July, 20 August and 8 September 2026. Rankings are listed for 6 August, 26 August and 14 September 2026.
How much is Burgas Medicine tuition?
The 2026/2027 enrollment page lists EUR 3,000 per term for education in English, marked TBC. Applicants should confirm the final official tuition before paying.
How much are Burgas Medicine application and exam fees?
The entry-exams page lists EUR 300 for Biology, Chemistry and English B1 testing, plus EUR 150 document-processing expenses.
How long is Medicine at Burgas State University?
The Faculty of Medicine page describes six years of study: 10 academic semesters and one year of pre-degree internship, followed by state exams.
Is Burgas a newer Medicine option?
Yes. The Faculty of Medicine page says the faculty was opened in 2019. This makes direct source-checking especially important before applying.
Can Medimentor help with Burgas Medicine preparation?
Yes. Medimentor can help with Biology, Chemistry, English terminology and study planning. It does not guarantee admission; Burgas State University ranks applicants under its official rules.