Call for applications 2026: BA, MA and PhD full-degree programmes

Vilnius Academy of Arts (VDA)—the largest and oldest higher education institution for art and design in the Baltic States—announces general admissions open for Bachelor’s (BA), Master’s (MA), and Doctoral (PhD) study programmes for the academic year 2026/27. We offer a wide range of studio-based and research-driven programmes in fine art, design, media, architecture, conservation, and more, delivered across campuses in the cities of Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, and Telšiai. Find the list of available full-time BA and MA study programmes in all four of our faculties here.

Application deadlines
BA programmes: June 10, 2026 / MA programmes: June 30, 2026.

Doctoral (PhD) Studies in History and Theory of Arts: Admission / Doctoral studies / Vilnius Academy of Arts. Application deadline: August 24–September 2, 2026

International applicants: we highly encourage applications from EU, non-EU/EEA students and provide guidance on eligibility and migration-related timelines. Visit our official website or contact us through email international@vda.lt

Virtual Open Days
To support applicants in preparing their submissions, the Academy will host a Virtual Open Days session, offering insights into student life, study programmes, application procedures, and portfolio expectations in May, 2026. Interested in joining? Register here.

Event details
Date: May 6 , 2026. Time: 3–4:30pm (Eastern European Time/Vilnius). Meeting link.

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