Admission Requirements

General and program-specific requirements for studying in Belarus

General Requirements (All Programs)

The following requirements apply to all international applicants, regardless of the chosen program or university.

  • Valid international passport (minimum 18 months validity)
  • Completed secondary or higher education relevant to the program
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Medical certificate (including HIV test)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means
  • Visa application documents (after admission approval)
  • Documents must be translated into Russian or English and notarized where required

Final requirements are determined by universities and state authorities and may change without prior notice.

Program-Specific Requirements

Medical Programs (MBBS / General Medicine / Dentistry)

  • Completed secondary education with Biology and Chemistry
  • Minimum academic performance as required by the university
  • Additional medical fitness clearance
  • No active infectious diseases
  • Some universities may require entrance exams or interviews

Engineering & Technical Programs

  • Secondary education with Mathematics and Physics
  • Relevant academic background matching the chosen specialty
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Entrance tests may apply depending on the university

Business, Economics & Management

  • Completed secondary or higher education
  • Basic Mathematics proficiency
  • English or Russian language proficiency (program dependent)
  • Motivation letter may be required by some universities

Preparatory / Foundation Programs

  • Completed secondary education
  • No prior knowledge of Russian required
  • Designed for language and academic adaptation

Program requirements may vary by university, faculty, and academic year. inBelarus provides guidance but does not set or control admission criteria.