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Education in Belarus
Education Levels How to apply Fees and Costs Documents for application Online Application Online Preparatory Courses
Life in Belarus
Life conditions Student Visa and Registration Health Insurance and Medical Care Work for students

Life conditions

Everything you need to know before arrival: leisure, living conditions and prices in the Republic of Belarus

Moving to another country for education is quite a challenge for every young person. But Belarus is extremely welcoming to foreigners. The level of secondary and higher education is very high, and the local top universities are at the top of the rankings of the best educational institutions among the CIS countries.

ADAPTATION

The main point is the knowledge of the Russian language. At least the initial level will allow you to communicate with the locals, as well as enjoy all the benefits and amenities. Language proficiency is also important in order to master their future speciality.

In terms of cultural characteristics, Belarusians are close to Europeans. The locals are kind, friendly, will never refuse advice and help. Climate may require a little getting used to: hot summers (up to +30 °C) and cold winters (up to -20 °C), sometimes a rather high level of humidity.

ACCOMMODATION

Belarusian educational institutions provide accommodation in dormitories to all foreign students. Accommodation conditions may vary. Depending on that, the cost of accommodation in a dormitory ranges from 30 to 60 USD (equivalent in Belarusian ruble). Campus buildings are usually located close to the main buildings of educational institutions. At the same time, one should be prepared for the fact that the newly built dormitories and campuses are quite far from the main academic buildings. At the same time, public transport is well-developed not only in Minsk but also in other large Belarusian cities. Therefore, getting to the university and back is not a problem.

Here are some of the most attractive dormitories and campuses:

  • Minsk Innovation University (MIU) - renovated in 2018 under a design project
  •  a multi-building student dormitories complex near the “Petrovshchina” subway station - a residential quarter with developed infrastructure in the central part of the city.

MEALS

Most universities and campuses have canteens. This is one of the most affordable options for square and healthy meals. The choice of dishes changes daily. The cost of a hot lunch ranges from 1.5 to 5 USD. The dormitories provide an opportunity (specially equipped kitchens) for self-cooking. The official cost of living in Belarus as of 2023 is 135 USD. It is assumed that such an amount is sufficient for a minimum set of food, personal care products and the simplest clothes per month.

TRANSPORT

Public transport consists of buses, trolleybuses, trams, subway. The fare in one of them is 0.30 USD. In a mini-bus taxi - 1 USD, in a standard taxi - from 2.5 USD. The most practical and economical option is to purchase a monthly pass. The price for 3 types of transport is 24 USD.

MOBILE COMMUNICATION

There are three mobile operators in Belarus. The most affordable rates are in Life :), but the highest quality connection is in A1. On average, a monthly package, including a sufficient number of minutes within the network and the numbers of other operators, as well as Internet traffic, will cost 10 USD. When calling abroad, you will either have to order additional minutes or deposit funds into your account.

LEISURE

Minsk and other large Belarusian cities have a well-developed infrastructure of catering and entertainment facilities. There are a lot of theatres and museums. Plenty of modern cinemas. Plenty of sports facilities, fitness centres and aqua parks. Plenty of cafes and restaurants, shopping and leisure centres, nightclubs and bars. Many venues offer discounts on student IDs.

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