The American University in Bulgaria (AUBG) is a private liberal arts university located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. It was founded in 1991 as the first American‑style higher education institution in Eastern Europe, established with the support of the U.S. and Bulgarian governments, the Open Society Institute, and the University of Maine. AUBG has grown into an international university with students from over 40 countries, offering U.S. and European‑accredited degrees taught entirely in English.
AUBG offers a liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate majors and elective minors that allow students to tailor their degree. Key fields include:
Business Administration (with concentrations such as Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management)
Computer Science
Information Systems
Economics
European Studies
History and Civilization
Journalism and Mass Communication
Literature
Mathematics
Modern Languages and Cultures
Psychology
Physics
Political Science and International Relations
Self‑Designed Major
Creative Writing
Economics
Film and Theater Studies
Integrated Marketing Communications
Public Policy
Philosophy and Religion
Southeast European Studies
(AUBG offers many minors that supplement majors and broaden academic skills.)
AUBG also offers graduate level programs such as an Executive MBA and additional educational opportunities through the English Language Institute, Summer Programs, and Exchange Programs.
AUBG’s undergraduate admission process is designed for international and domestic applicants. Key points include:
Online Application
Complete the online application form on AUBG’s portal or through CommonApp.
Required Documents
High school diploma with final grades (or official transcript for students in final year).
Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo).
Essay (around 650 words) demonstrating motivation and fit for AUBG.
Letter of Recommendation (academic).
CV or Portfolio (optional but recommended).
Interview
After document review, applicants are invited for an interview (either online or in person).
Decision & Enrollment
Admission decisions typically arrive within 4–6 weeks after the application deadline. Accepted students must confirm and proceed with enrollment steps.
(Essay and interview help the admissions committee assess the applicant’s academic potential and personal fit.)
Priority Admission: January 15
Early Admission: March 15
Regular Admission: May 15
(These deadlines apply for Fall semester entry; priority applications increase chances for scholarships and acceptance.)
SAT or ACT scores are optional and can help waive certain introductory courses, but they are not required.
Classes are taught entirely in English, so strong language ability is essential.
(If the English requirement is not met, the English Language Institute may offer preparatory support.)
