Studies and Disability
Vilnius University is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone in our community to study and work. If you’re a current or future student and have a disability — including mental health conditions, autism spectrum disorders, attention or learning difficulties — that might require some extra support during your studies, please fill out the form before the semester starts so we can reach out and assist you.
Accessibility of the Study Process
Vilnius University offers the possibility to adapt the study process for students with disabilities or temporary health conditions. Individual adjustments may include adapting the study environment, learning materials, and assessment methods.
These adjustments are grouped into three areas:
- Study environment (e.g., physical accessibility)
- Lectures and in-person sessions
- Assessment of academic achievements
Common solutions include: using larger fonts in assessments, extending exam time, providing materials in accessible formats, adjusting schedules based on classroom accessibility, and using assistive technologies.
We encourage students with disabilities to actively share their needs and inform us as early as possible — only through open dialogue can we ensure accessibility and create conditions for full, effective, and equal participation in the study process.
Process for Adapting Studies to Your Needs
Inform Vilnius University about your disability and individual needs:
- Fill out the form
- Call us at +370 5 219 3161
- Email us at negalia@cr.vu.lt
Meet with the Disability Coordinator.
During this meeting, it may be decided not to start the individualization process. If the process is initiated, the following steps will apply.
Provide documents confirming your disability and sign the consent form for personal data processing.
The Disability Coordinator prepares a recommendation to adapt the study process and sends it to your faculty.
A designated person in the faculty approves the plan for adapting studies based on your needs related to disability.
This plan is valid for the entire study period. The designated person also informs the relevant staff — lecturers and employees — about the plan.
Available Financial Support Options for Students
When Applying to Vilnius University
Applicants may be exempt from the admission fee and registration charge. To qualify, you need to submit a request and a document to the university’s admissions committee proving a participation level of 45% or lower (or a work capacity level acquired before January 1, 2024).
After Enrolling at Vilnius University
Financial support (excluding social scholarships) is available for:
- Citizens of the Republic of Lithuania or individuals who have declared permanent residence in Lithuania.
- Those with a participation level of 45% or lower (or, before January 1, 2024, a work capacity level) or a severe or moderate disability level.
- Students studying at a higher education institution for the first time (except those who previously discontinued studies due to disability and have resumed studying).
Support is available for students enrolled in bachelor’s, integrated, master’s, doctoral, or non-degree programs.
Submitting an Application
A request and a copy of the disability certificate must be submitted within 10 working days from the start of the semester to the VU Study Administration Department.
Documents can be submitted in person, by email, or through the eStudent system.
If your certificate expires, a copy of the renewed certificate must be submitted as soon as possible.