Albania's Higher Education System
How accreditation, degree structure, and quality assurance work for international students considering an Albanian university.
How the System Works
Albania's universities are quality-assured under a national accreditation framework and aligned with the European Bologna Process. UPA only matches students with accredited institutions.
Public and Private Universities
Albania's higher education system includes both public and private universities, all regulated under the same national quality assurance framework.
Bologna Process Member
Albania participates in the Bologna Process, aligning its degree structure with the European Higher Education Area.
ECTS Credit System
Degrees use the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), the same credit framework recognised across European universities.
Three Degree Levels
Bachelor's, Master's, and Professional Courses are available, each with its own duration and entry requirements.
General Entry Requirements
Requirements may vary by university and programme. Our team will advise you on specific conditions during pre-qualification.
How UPA Matches You
We work with a vetted network of accredited Albanian universities. Rather than choosing a university yourself, you tell us your subject, budget, and background, and our team matches you with the right accredited programme for your goals.
See how the full process worksFind Your Accredited Match
Check your eligibility and we will match you with a verified, accredited programme.
Check Your Eligibility