Trakia University is the main Stara Zagora option for students comparing Medicine and Veterinary Medicine in English in Bulgaria. It is a useful choice if you want a quieter city than Sofia, Plovdiv or Varna, and especially if Veterinary Medicine is on your shortlist.
The official 2026 foreign-applicant rules list Medicine and Veterinary Medicine as programs that may be taught in English. Medicine applicants sit Biology and Chemistry exams in English. Veterinary Medicine applicants sit Biology in English. Applicants from countries where English is not an official language may also need an English exam.
Best fit
Applicants who want Medicine or Veterinary Medicine in English and prefer a smaller, lower-cost city.
Watch out for
Trakia's tuition information is less direct than some other Bulgarian universities. Check the current fee page and applicant category before making a payment.
English-taught programs at Trakia University
Start with the program fit, then check tuition, entrance-exam requirements and the official admissions page for the year you are applying.
For 2026/2027, Trakia lists document submission for English-taught Medicine and Veterinary Medicine from 1 April 2026. The non-EU deadline is 1 July 2026, while EU/EEA applicants have a later English-program deadline listed on the EU/EEA applicant page. The first ranking is announced on 28 August 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.
Trakia University entrance exam
Trakia runs three online exam sessions for English programs in 2026. Medicine uses Biology and Chemistry in English. Veterinary Medicine uses Biology in English. Applicants from countries where English is not an official language also take an English exam.
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
Trakia does not publish one simple fixed EUR tuition figure on the main English admission page. Tuition is tied to the current university fee order and Bulgarian state fee decisions, so applicants should verify the latest fee page before paying or accepting an offer.
For living costs in Stara Zagora, use roughly EUR 500-750 / 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 Stara Zagora
City fit
Stara Zagora is smaller than Sofia, Plovdiv or Varna and usually easier on the monthly budget. That can be a good fit if you want fewer distractions and lower living costs, but you should check housing, transport and the international student community 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 or Veterinary Medicine in English at Trakia University?
Yes. Trakia's 2026 foreign-applicant rules list Medicine and Veterinary Medicine as programs that may be taught in English for international applicants.
What entrance exams does Trakia University use?
Medicine applicants take Biology and Chemistry in English. Veterinary Medicine applicants take Biology in English. Applicants from countries where English is not an official language may also need an English exam.
When are the 2026 Trakia entrance exams?
For English programs, Trakia lists three online sessions: English on 6 June, 25 July and 22 August 2026 where required, with Biology and Chemistry exams on 7 June, 26 July and 23 August 2026 depending on the program.
How much is tuition at Trakia University?
The current English admission pages do not show one fixed EUR tuition figure for Medicine or Veterinary Medicine. Trakia tells applicants to check the current tuition-fee and bank-account information before enrollment.
Can Medimentor help with Trakia University preparation?
Yes. Medimentor can help with Biology, Chemistry and English preparation for Trakia's English-taught Medicine and Veterinary Medicine admissions. Final admission always depends on Trakia's official rules and ranking.