About the university
Kazimieras Simonavičius University (KSU) is a private university in Vilnius, founded in 2003. It is named after Kazimieras Simonavičius, a 17th-century engineer from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania whose book on artillery included early designs for multistage rockets, a nod to the university's best-known field, aviation management.
KSU is small and specialised. Its English-taught degrees focus on aviation management (with IATA and ICA certificates), the fashion industry, cinema industry management, contemporary communication and media, business management and, at master's level, organisational innovation, integrated communication and fashion management. Classes are in small groups with many practitioners from the aviation, media and fashion industries, and some programmes are also available online.
The university is in Vilnius, with teaching at Dariaus ir Girėno Street and student rooms at its Vytenio Street campus. Vilnius airport and the aviation companies around it make the city a practical base for aviation management students.
For Indian students KSU is a niche choice: it suits applicants set on aviation, fashion or media management rather than engineering or IT. Bachelor's fees are €3,900 to €5,800 a year and most master's are €4,600, with aviation management the most expensive. Note that online programmes do not give you a student residence permit, and that KSU's application fee (listed as €250) is charged only after your application is reviewed.
- Founded
- 2003
- Type
- Accredited private university, named after the 17th-century Lithuanian military engineer and rocketry pioneer Kazimieras Simonavičius
- Known for
- Aviation management, fashion industry, film industry management, communication and business
- English programmes
- 10 bachelor's and master's (Study in Lithuania listing)
- Certificates
- Aviation programmes include international IATA and ICA certificates
- Intakes
- September; some programmes also list a spring intake
- Location
- Dariaus ir Girėno Street 21, Vilnius; dormitory rooms at Vytenio Street 9
Rankings
QS / THE World University Rankings 2027
Not ranked (small specialised university)
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Aviation Management (bachelor's)
- Fee / year
- €5,800
- Duration
- 3.5 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September (general deadline 1 May)
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Postgraduate
Aviation Management (master's)
- Fee / year
- €8,000
- Duration
- 1.5 years (90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September (general deadline 1 May)
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €3,900
- Duration
- 3.5 years (210 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September; a spring intake is also listed
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,000
- Duration
- 3.5 years (210 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September; a spring intake is also listed
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Postgraduate
Organizational Innovation and Management
- Fee / year
- €4,600
- Duration
- 1.5 years (90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- 1 September; a spring intake is also listed
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,600
- Duration
- 1.5 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September; a spring intake is also listed
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,600
- Duration
- 1.5 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September (general deadline 1 May)
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
- Undergraduate
Contemporary Communication and Media
- Fee / year
- €4,000
- Duration
- 3.5 years (full time)
- Intakes
- 1 September (general deadline 1 May)
- English
- English assessed in a recorded interview; ask KSU which certificates it accepts
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviation Management (bachelor's) | 3.5 years (full time) | €5,800 | ≈ ₹6.1 lakh |
| Aviation Management (master's) | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) | €8,000 | ≈ ₹8.5 lakh |
| Business Management | 3.5 years (210 ECTS) | €3,900 | ≈ ₹4.1 lakh |
| Fashion Industry | 3.5 years (210 ECTS) | €4,000 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Organizational Innovation and Management | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) | €4,600 | ≈ ₹4.9 lakh |
| Integrated Communication | 1.5 years (full time) | €4,600 | ≈ ₹4.9 lakh |
| Fashion Management | 1.5 years (full time) | €4,600 | ≈ ₹4.9 lakh |
| Contemporary Communication and Media | 3.5 years (full time) | €4,000 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Kazimieras Simonavičius University with similar universities in Lithuania.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's and master's
KSU scholarships and discounts
Value: Varies
Eligibility: KSU's admission page links to a scholarships section but does not describe the awards. Ask the admissions team what is available to non-EU applicants before you apply.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Full-time master's
Lithuanian State Scholarship for master's studies
Value: Monthly stipend plus a grant for study costs
Eligibility: Citizens of listed countries only; India is not currently included.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A secondary school certificate (Class 12).
- Business programmes (Aviation Management, Business Management, Cinema Industry Management) look at maths and one other final-year subject; fashion and communication programmes look at two subjects of your choice.
- A recorded interview assesses your motivation, English, communication skills and knowledge of the programme.
- If your final certificate is not ready, send your latest transcript and a letter giving the issue date.
- General deadline for the September intake: 1 May (1 August only for EU/EEA and some visa-free countries).
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree; some programmes accept only management, business, communication or other social-science degrees.
- Recorded interview, as for bachelor's applicants.
- The application fee is requested only after your application is reviewed and you are invited to the next stage; it is paid through Flywire.
Documents
- Passport copy (and proof of any name change)
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheet (bachelor's) or degree and transcripts (master's)
- Official English translations of any non-English documents
- Recorded interview
- Application fee receipt (requested after review)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| How English is checked | Through a recorded interview that assesses your English and communication skills |
| Certificates | KSU's admission page does not list test scores; ask admissions whether IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo results can replace or support the interview |
| Programme language | All programmes listed on this page are taught in English |
Accommodation and living costs
KSU rents dormitory rooms to its students at its Vytenio Street 9 campus in Vilnius. Contracts run for 10 months or a year, and you pay a deposit plus the first month's rent when you sign. KSU publishes room prices in a PDF price list linked from its admission page; check it for the current year.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Application feeStandard fee on KSU's page; an older version showed €200, so confirm | €250one-off | ≈ ₹26,500 |
| Living-cost minimum for the residence permitLegal minimum for 2026–27 | €577per month | ≈ ₹61,162 |
| Proof of funds for the first year (residence permit)€577 × 12 plus €1,153 for a return ticket (2026–27) | €8,077one-off | ≈ ₹8.6 lakh |
Campus and location
KSU is a small city university in Vilnius, Lithuania's capital. Vilnius is compact, safe and affordable by EU standards, with an international airport and a growing creative and start-up scene.
- Teaching building at Dariaus ir Girėno Street 21, Vilnius.
- Student rooms at the Vytenio Street 9 campus.
- Small study groups and lecturers from industry.
- Aviation programmes come with IATA and ICA certificates.
- Erasmus study visits and exchanges are available.
- Some programmes run both on campus and online; only on-campus study supports a residence permit.
Careers and graduate outcomes
KSU's programmes lead to roles in airlines, airports, travel, fashion brands, media and marketing. These sectors in Lithuania are small, so many graduates look at jobs across the EU. Students can work without a separate permit and graduates can stay up to about 15 months to look for work. KSU does not publish graduate outcomes, so the figures below are national.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Work allowed during studies (from 22 May 2026) | 20 hrs/week for bachelor's years 1–2; 40 hrs/week for later bachelor's years and master's | Lithuanian Migration Department |
| Time graduates can stay to look for work | Up to about 15 months | Lithuanian Migration Department; Study in Lithuania |
| National average gross monthly salary (Q3 2025) | About €2,427 | State Data Agency of Lithuania |
| Minimum monthly wage (2026) | €1,153 gross | State Labour Inspectorate of Lithuania |
Studying in Lithuania
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Lithuania. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
Is KSU a good choice for aviation management?
Aviation management is KSU's best-known field, with IATA and ICA certificates built in. Fees are €5,800 a year for the bachelor's and €8,000 for the master's (Study in Lithuania listing).
What is the deadline for Indian students?
The general deadline for the September intake is 1 May. The 1 August deadline applies only to EU/EEA citizens and some visa-free countries.
Do I need IELTS for KSU?
KSU checks your English in a recorded interview and does not list test scores on its admission page. Ask the admissions office before booking a test.
Can I study the online Aviation Management course from India?
You can study online, but an online programme does not give you a Lithuanian residence permit or the right to live and work in Lithuania.
Does KSU have a hostel?
Yes, KSU rents rooms at its Vytenio Street campus on 10-month or yearly contracts, with a deposit and first month's rent paid at signing.
Sources
- KSU: admission (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: Kazimieras Simonavičius University (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: Aviation Management (bachelor's) (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: Business Management (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: Fashion Industry (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: Organizational Innovation and Management (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: Aviation Management (master's) (opens in a new tab)
- Study in Lithuania: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
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