Admissions are organized by the VCD Admissions Committee and conducted in several stages:

1. Online application submission
2. Administrative document review
3. Academic recognition of qualifications
4. Entrance examination (if applicable)
5. Admission decision
6. Study contract signing

Applications for the Autumn semester (non-EU citizens) must be submitted by June 30.

The academic recognition process may take up to 30 working days from the submission of all required documents (excluding delays caused by third-party institutions).

Applicants must submit scanned color copies of the following documents:

1. Completed application form.
2. Secondary education diploma and academic transcript.
3. Official translation into Lithuanian or English (notarized or certified by an authorized translation bureau if original documents are in another language).
4. Copy of valid passport (must be valid at least 6 months beyond intended study period).
5. Proof of payment of the non-refundable registration fee (€120)
6. Proof of English language proficiency (minimum B1 level).

Accepted English certificates include:

TOEFL iBT (42–71)

IELTS (4.5–5.0)

PTE Academic (40–48)

LanguageCert IESOL B1 Achiever

EF SET (41–50, 4-skills test)

EnglishScore (317)

Duolingo English Test (institutional version)

English language proof is not required if:

1. 1. The programme language is the applicant’s native language;
   2. The programme language is the official language of the applicant’s country;
   3. The applicant previously completed education in that language.

Additional documents if requested for qualification evaluation

*Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Entrance examinations are required only for Design and Media Arts programmes.

The assessment consists of:

1. Portfolio submission
2. Motivation letter review
3. Interview (by invitation only)

Applicants are invited to the interview only if their portfolio and motivation letter meet the evaluation criteria.

The portfolio should demonstrate not only final results but also creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Applicants should:

1. Submit 10–15 strongest projects.
2. Include sketches, drafts, experiments, mood boards, research materials.
3. Present the development process of each project.
4. Each project should briefly explain:

Project goal

Problem or challenge

Solution

Creative reasoning behind decisions

Recommended structure:

Cover page (name, contact details)

Short introduction

Main projects (10–15 works)

Additional process material (if relevant)

The focus should remain on the work itself rather than excessive visual decoration.

Length: 500–700 words (max. 800 words)

Structure:

Introduction – Indicate the chosen programme. Interest in the field – How your interest developed. Why this programme? Why VCD and this specific programme?

Preparation – Skills, experience, personal strengths.

Future goals – Professional ambitions and how the programme supports them.

The letter should be clear, structured, professional, and personal.

Admission decisions are based on:

Academic qualification recognition

Entrance examination results (if applicable)

Successful applicants receive:

Official admission letter

Study contract

Tuition fee invoice

Admission is finalized upon signing the study contract and paying the annual tuition fee.

Temporary Residence Permit

If required, VCD provides mediation documents via the Lithuanian migration system (MIGRIS) for the temporary residence permit process.

If the applicant:

Obtains a residence permit but does not arrive or start studies on the indicated date, the admission is cancelled and the Migration Department is informed.

Tuition and registration fees are non-refundable in such cases.

If the residence permit is officially refused, tuition fees (excluding bank charges and administrative fee) are refunded within 30 working days upon submission of an official Migration Department refusal letter.

Registration Fee: €120 (non-refundable)

Annual Tuition Fee: as specified per programme

All bank transfer fees must be covered by the applicant.

Bank details:

Bank: AB SEB Bank

SWIFT: CBVILT2X

Bank Code: 70440

Account Holder: VšĮ Vilniaus dizaino kolegija

Company Code: 111960928

Account Number: LT197044060001209540

Payment reference must include:

Applicant’s full name

Personal ID number or date of birth

Purpose of payment (Registration fee / Tuition fee)

All documents must be submitted before the stated deadline.

The College may request original documents for academic recognition.

Admission decisions are formalized by order of the Director.

Disputes are resolved according to Lithuanian law.