Medical University of Plovdiv in Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Degrees
Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy
Living Costs
EUR 550-800
Email
admission@mu-plovdiv.bg
Medical University of Plovdiv is one of the main Bulgarian options for English-taught Medicine, Dental Medicine and Pharmacy. It is a good fit if you want a dedicated medical university, clear entrance-test rules and a large student city that is usually easier to budget for than Sofia.
For 2026/2027, the official admission page lists English Degree Programmes in Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy and Nursing. This Medimentor page focuses on Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy because those are the main programs where Biology, Chemistry and English entrance-test prep is directly relevant.

Best fit

Applicants who want a dedicated Bulgarian medical university with Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy in one city.

Watch out for

Dental Medicine can be highly competitive, and MU-Plovdiv already publishes very high early ranking scores. Biology and Chemistry preparation matters.

English-taught programs at MU-Plovdiv

Start with the program fit, then check tuition, entrance-exam requirements and the official admissions page for the year you are applying.
ProgramDurationDegreePublished tuitionEntry model
Medicine6 years / 12 semestersMaster's degree / M.D.EUR 10,000/yearOnline Biology, Chemistry and English diagnostic testing
Dental Medicine5.5 years / 10 semesters + clinical clerkshipMaster's degree / DentistEUR 10,000/yearOnline Biology, Chemistry and English diagnostic testing
Pharmacy5 years / 9 semesters + 6-month pre-graduation internshipMaster of PharmacyEUR 6,200/yearOnline Biology, Chemistry and English diagnostic testing

Admissions overview

Online entrance-exam registration opens on 2 March 2026. Applicants can take exams on 15 April, 15 May, 16 June, 17 July or 18 August 2026, with an additional re-sit on 4 September 2026. Application documents are accepted from 2 March to 11 September 2026.

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.

Application planning

Bulgaria admission calendars are intake-specific. Check the official page before paying fees, booking exams or submitting legalized documents.

MU-Plovdiv entrance exam

Medicine, Dental Medicine and Pharmacy use online Biology, Chemistry and English Language Diagnostic testing. The final competition score is the tripled Biology entry-test mark plus the tripled Chemistry entry-test mark plus the English diagnostic mark. The maximum score is 42.00 and the minimum is 21.00.
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

For newly admitted first-year English Degree Programme students in 2026/2027, MU-Plovdiv lists Medicine at EUR 10,000/year, Dental Medicine at EUR 10,000/year and Pharmacy at EUR 6,200/year. The online exam administration fee is EUR 300 per exam date, made up of EUR 30 data processing and EUR 270 entry tests; the one-off re-sit fee is EUR 400.
For living costs in Plovdiv, use roughly EUR 550-800 / 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 Plovdiv

City fit

Plovdiv is one of Bulgaria's larger student cities, with a strong international student presence, student organizations and lower living costs than many Western European destinations. It gives you more city life than smaller towns without feeling as large as Sofia.

Budget check

Compare tuition, rent, food, documents, flights and exam fees together. A lower tuition number does not always mean the cheapest total year.

Plovdiv student life for MU-Plovdiv applicants

How Medimentor helps

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.

FAQ

Can I study Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacy in English at Medical University of Plovdiv?
Yes. MU-Plovdiv lists Medicine, Dental Medicine and Pharmacy as English Degree Programmes for 2026/2027. The official page also lists Nursing, but this Medimentor page focuses on the entrance-test-heavy Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy options.
What entrance exams does MU-Plovdiv use?
Medicine, Dental Medicine and Pharmacy applicants take online Biology and Chemistry entry tests plus an English Language Diagnostic Test. The final competition score uses tripled Biology, tripled Chemistry and the English diagnostic mark.
When are the 2026 MU-Plovdiv entrance exams?
MU-Plovdiv lists exam dates on 15 April, 15 May, 16 June, 17 July and 18 August 2026, plus an additional re-sit on 4 September 2026. Each exam date has its own registration deadline.
How much is tuition at MU-Plovdiv?
For 2026/2027 newly admitted first-year English Degree Programme students, MU-Plovdiv lists EUR 10,000/year for Medicine, EUR 10,000/year for Dental Medicine and EUR 6,200/year for Pharmacy.
How much is the MU-Plovdiv entrance-exam fee?
The official page lists EUR 300 per exam date, made up of EUR 30 data processing and EUR 270 entry tests. The additional re-sit date is listed at EUR 400.
Can Medimentor help with MU-Plovdiv preparation?
Yes. Medimentor can help with Biology, Chemistry and English preparation for MU-Plovdiv admissions. It does not guarantee admission; MU-Plovdiv ranks applicants by its official score and available places.

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Last updated: May 2026.
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