Vasile Goldiș Western University of Arad, usually shortened to UVVG, is a private Romanian university in Arad. For applicants comparing Romanian options, the relevant program is Medicine in English at the Faculty of Medicine.

The important admissions nuance is applicant category. Romanian/EU/EEA/Swiss candidates take a physical Biology and Chemistry MCQ exam, while non-EU candidates use the foreign-citizen admission methodology and are assessed mainly through their file.

Good for

Applicants who want a Romanian Medicine in English program in a smaller, lower-cost city than Bucharest or Cluj-Napoca and can prepare seriously for Biology and Chemistry if they apply in the EU applicant group.

Program status

The 2026/2027 enrollment-figures document lists Medicine as accredited with 360 credits, and the tuition page lists Medicine in English separately at the Faculty of Medicine.

English-taught program at Vasile Goldis Arad

The English-taught option listed here is Medicine in English. The 2026/2027 documents list 360 credits, a Medicine enrollment quota of 45 and 45 places for non-EU candidates.

Medicine (M.D.)

12 Semesters

EUR 10,000-11,000/year Tuition

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Program	Faculty	Duration	Credits	Published tuition	2026/27 places	Admission model
Medicine in English	Faculty of Medicine	6 years	360 ECTS	EUR 10,000 EU / EUR 11,000 non-EU	45 enrollment quota + 45 non-EU places	EU: Biology + Chemistry MCQ exam; non-EU: file assessment

Admissions overview

UVVG's 2026/2027 admission calendar lists the main EU applicant registration window from 4 May 2026 to 31 July 2026, with the Medicine admission exam on 2 August 2026. The foreign-citizen methodology lists non-EU application sessions with file assessment and confirmation periods.

4 May-31 Jul

Main registration window for Romanian/EU/EEA/Swiss candidates.

2 Aug 2026

Physical Medicine admission exam for EU applicants.

Non-EU sessions

Foreign-citizen admission uses application files, assessment windows and confirmation deadlines.

B1 English

English-taught candidates must document language ability or sit the university language test where applicable.

Documents

Typical application file

Online application form and candidate account on the UVVG admission platform.
Passport or ID, high school diploma or equivalent and transcript documents.
Proof of English language ability or university language test where applicable.
Medical certificate, fee proof and recognition/acceptance-letter documents according to applicant category.

Language

B1 English requirement

The general 2026/2027 methodology says candidates for English-taught programmes must have at least B1 English, proven by accepted certificate or by the university test where applicable.

Medicine exam and non-EU file assessment

The UVVG admission platform describes the Medicine admission exam for Romanian/EU/EEA/Swiss candidates as a physical MCQ test with 60 Biology and Chemistry questions, over 3 hours, with a minimum admission grade of 5.00.

Biology and Chemistry

The Medicine exam for Romanian/EU/EEA/Swiss applicants is subject-based, so applicants need preparation in both Biology and Chemistry.

Physical exam

The exam is listed as physical attendance, not an online assessment.

Non-EU file assessment

The foreign-citizen methodology uses application-file assessment and separate confirmation periods for non-EU applicants.

Preparation depends on applicant category. Romanian/EU/EEA/Swiss applicants need Biology and Chemistry exam practice, while non-EU applicants need a strong document file. Students should keep those two tracks separate.

Tuition, fees and living costs

The 2026/2027 UVVG tuition page lists Medicine in English at EUR 10,000 per year for EU/EEA/Swiss applicants and EUR 11,000 per year for non-EU applicants. Additional enrollment and processing fees depend on applicant category.

Cost item	Planning figure	Notes
Medicine in English tuition - EU/EEA/Swiss	EUR 10,000 / academic year	Published in the 2026/2027 UVVG tuition page.
Medicine in English tuition - non-EU	EUR 11,000 / academic year	Published in the non-EU/CPV section of the 2026/2027 tuition page.
Enrollment fee - Romanian/EU	350 LEI	Listed in the general fee cards on the tuition page.
Processing fee - Romanian degrees abroad / EU	2,500 LEI	Listed as applying only to admitted candidates.
Enrollment and processing - non-EU health field	3,500 LEI	Listed for non-EU citizens in the health field.
Living costs in Arad	Approx. EUR 450-750 / month	Depends on rent, utilities, food, transport and relocation costs.

Arad can be easier to budget for than Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca or Timișoara, but applicants still need to plan for translations, legalization or apostille where required, travel for the physical exam, health insurance, residence steps and the first rent/deposit cycle.

Recognition and licensing

The 2026/2027 enrollment-figures document lists Medicine as accredited with 360 credits. Professional licensing after graduation still depends on the regulator in the country where the graduate wants to practise.

Student life in Arad

Vasile Goldiș is based in Arad, a smaller western Romanian city close to the Hungarian border. This can suit students who want a calmer city and lower living costs, while still staying connected to larger western Romanian hubs such as Timișoara.

Smaller city setting

Arad is usually less expensive and less crowded than Romania's largest university cities.

Exam travel

EU applicants should plan travel and accommodation around the physical Medicine admission exam.

Image: Campus UVVG by Vapergo1970, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

How Medimentor helps

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Application file

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FAQ

Can I study Medicine in English at Vasile Goldis Western University?

Yes. The 2026/2027 UVVG tuition page lists Medicine in English at the Faculty of Medicine, and the enrollment-figures document lists Medicine with 360 credits.

How much is Medicine in English tuition at Vasile Goldis for 2026/2027?

The 2026/2027 UVVG tuition page lists Medicine in English at EUR 10,000 per year for EU/EEA/Swiss applicants and EUR 11,000 per year for non-EU applicants.

Does Vasile Goldis Medicine in English have an entrance exam?

For Romanian/EU/EEA/Swiss candidates, the UVVG admission platform describes a physical multiple-choice exam with 60 Biology and Chemistry questions over 3 hours. Non-EU candidates follow file assessment under the foreign-citizen methodology.

When is the 2026 Vasile Goldis Medicine exam?

The 2026 admission calendar document lists registration from 4 May to 31 July 2026 for the main session and the Medicine admission exam on 2 August 2026. A September session is listed if places remain.

What language proof is needed for Medicine in English?

The general 2026/2027 methodology says candidates for English-taught programmes must demonstrate at least B1 English, either through accepted certificates or the university language test where applicable.