Trakia University

Founded in 1995, Trakia University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Stara Zagora (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Yambol, Haskovo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria, Trakia University (TrU) is a medium-sized (enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. Trakia University (TrU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 25 years old Bulgarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Bulgarian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TrU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.