MASTER EDUCATION IN ESTONIA

Estonia is the northernmost Baltic country, bordered by Latvia to the south and Russia to the east, and it is only a stone's throw away from the southern tip of Finland. With a population of only 1.3 million, Estonia is one of the least populous countries in Europe. Approximately one-third of the country's population lives in the capital city of Tallinn.

Estonia has spent much of its history under foreign rule, most recently as part of the Soviet Union. Regaining independence in 1991, Estonia strongly oriented itself towards Western Europe and successfully reformed and modernized itself.

The government's efforts towards innovation, digitalization, and eliminating bureaucracy have paid off. Today, Estonia is one of the most prosperous former communist countries, with a high standard of living in a modern and open-minded society. English proficiency is also quite high among the local population. Therefore, it is not surprising that Estonia consistently ranks among the top European countries in the World Bank Group's "Ease of Doing Business" index. In recent years, Tallinn has become an exciting hub for startups. As a result, Estonia is an attractive destination for international students with a wide range of education options available.

Universities in Estonia

Overall, Estonia has approximately two dozen higher education institutions. Out of these, 10 of them offer education in English.

Most of these universities, such as Tallinn University and Tallinn University of Technology, are located in Tallinn. However, the country's largest and usually highest-ranked university is located in the second-largest city: (as you may have guessed) Tartu, at the University of Tartu.

Major Universities;

Estonian Academy of Arts (EKA),

Estonian Academy of Music and Theater,

Estonian Business School,

Estonian University of Applied Sciences in Entrepreneurship,

Estonian University of Life Sciences,

Tallinn University,

Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)

University of Tartu

Each academic year, universities in Estonia typically organize a special event for all new international students to provide practical information about studying and living in Estonia. This allows new students to get acquainted with their fellow students, teachers, faculties, staff, university buildings, and the city they will be starting their education in.

Accomodation

There are various options available for arranging accommodation, and they may vary from one university to another. Some universities provide student dormitories/hostels, while others do not. The cost of accommodation depends on the location, quality of accommodation, and season, but monthly prices generally range from 150-250 € in dormitories to 300-550 € in private apartments.

Eating and drinking

Students can generally enjoy a comfortable life with an average monthly food budget of around 300 €. Each student can individually determine their food expenses based on their needs. Additionally, each university usually has its own cafeteria offering affordable and delicious meals. Daily specials at pubs and cafes are typically priced around 4-6 €.

Transport

Public transportation is advantageous for all students, and it is even free in Tallinn (only for those residing in Tallinn, including international students studying in Tallinn). In Tartu, local public transportation costs 7.67 € per month with a student card, and a single ticket for students is 0.51 € (2 € on the bus). Most universities have everything you need within a short walking distance, including supermarkets, cafes, shops, pharmacies, gyms, etc.

When choosing to study in Estonia, you should take advantage of the opportunity to explore not only the country itself but also its Baltic and Scandinavian neighbors.

There is an extensive bus network throughout the country, making transportation relatively easy to major cities. Buses are also the most convenient way to explore Latvia and, further south, Lithuania.

The ferry journey between Tallinn and the capital of Finland, Helsinki, takes only 2 hours and operates multiple daily trips. If you're looking to spend a little more time on the water, you can also take a ferry to Stockholm (Sweden), which takes about two days.

The only meaningful airport in Estonia is located in Tallinn, offering dozens of connections to major cities in Europe, including global airport hubs like London, Helsinki, or Munich.

Tartu has a bike-sharing system with 750 bikes (510 electric, 240 regular) available at 69 stations throughout the city. Membership prices are 30€ for annual membership, 10€ for weekly membership, and 5€ for daily membership. All memberships include unlimited trips of up to 60 minutes, with each additional 60 minutes costing 1€. In Tallinn, you can also use electric scooters to get around the city. Currently, there are two providers offering e-scooters in Tallinn: Bolt and Tuul.

Taxi fares vary by company, with an average starting fee of 1.9€ and a per kilometer rate of 0.6€.

Bus ticket from Tallinn to Tartu: 8.10 € to 10.50 €.

Master's Programs

You can see our selection of master's programs taught in English at Estonian universities:

Please contact us for other options other than these sections.