History
New Bulgarian University was established on 18 September 1991 with a resolution by Bulgarian Parliament.
Education
New Bulgarian University pioneered the introduction in Bulgaria of a credit system, Professional Bachelor’s, Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, distance and continuing education.
Career
The Center for Career Development and Educational Resources is an integral part of the contemporary tertiary education in every university, throughout Europe. It ensures that high quality services are provided to students in relation to their career orientation and planning, preparation, as well as to the effective partnership between students and employers.
New Bulgarian University Key Statistics & Highlights
- 23 Scholarships
- Private Institution Type
New Bulgarian University Overview
New Bulgarian University Scholarships
New Bulgarian University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to New Bulgarian University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
350 EUR
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
CEEPUS (Central European Exchange Program for University Studies)
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Type Rating Scholarships
Merit-based
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Housing services
Most students at New Bulgarian University rent an apartment near the university or in the city centre. You can choose any neighbourhood in Sofia, as there is a metro station only 5 minutes away from the university – it is called Miziya / New Bulgarian University. This means you can easily reach the lecture halls even if you live on the other side of the capital city.
Library services
The New Bulgarian University Library was founded in 1995 comprising the collections of three libraries - the old AONSU library, The Master's Faculty Library and the Library of the Law Department. This was the beginning. Overall reconstructure aiming at the furter functioning and development of the newly created library was the next step.
Medical services
Comprehensive dental care:
- free dental exams, consultations and treatment plans
- X-rays
- cleaning and polishing
- teeth whitening
- tooth decay treatment
- root canal therapy
- esthetic dental crowns, bridges and dentures
- personal oral hygiene instructions
Campus life
The university campus consists of two buildings (Building 1 and Building 2) housing the Aula, Library, University Theater, NBU Museum, UniArt Gallery, Medical Center with a First-Aid Room and a Dental Office, Sports Center, coffee shops, a restaurant and a Bulgarian Posts branch surrounded by trees and with large open green spaces.
Campus and facilities development at NBU is aimed at ensuring modern teaching and learning conditions satisfying the most stringent quality standards.
Sports facilities
- An outdoor mini football pitch with sports facilities for volleyball, badminton and handball. Edel Grass system play surface. Lighting.
- Outdoor gym
Accreditation
The National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency, which reviews Bulgaria’s higher education teaching, granted NBU maximum accreditation in three consecutive accreditations in 2001, 2006, 2012 and 2019. Since 2004, NBU is an accredited partner of the Open University UK.
New Bulgarian University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Bulgaria Country
Sofia City
New Bulgarian University Student Reviews & Awards
4.2
Based on 36 reviews
- 5 Star 17 Reviews
- 4 Star 13 Reviews
- 3 Star 4 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.4
- Student Diversity 4.2
- Admission Process 4.5
- Quality of Student Life 4.2
New Bulgarian university; how it is to study here?
So, what I really like is that in the first 2 years, other than the courses I had in my program, the university also offers general knowledge courses (1 per semester), foreign language course (I took Spanish A1- B1, and in the 4th semester English C1), Sports (there are so many to choose from; skiing, football, martial arts, yoga, swimming, aerobics, zumba, etc). All the grades are on the university's platform, and all the assignments are uploaded on moodle which makes studying super easy. Overall the campus is very nice and modern, I really enjoy the library and the caffès we have. Also we have some sports teams which go to competitions.
Affordable
It's a private University. Absolutely affordable. There are many options and if one really want to study they all chances . Nice building and great library. Teachers are very open and helpful. Everyone answers questions and provides mails for assistance.
2/5
Not enough theory
I love the campus, I love the people, and I personalt am very satisfied eith my piano tracher, but man, is the theory department lacking. I didn't graduate from a music school before, so any type of theory and sheet reading has been self taught, and applying for a bachelors degree was actually my chance to start learning all the things I should have and more, but that time never came. I ahould have been learning harmony, theory, poliphony, orchestra, history and all those things that make classical musicans cry, but no. The classes we had on theory were very basic, the type that kids that are trying to enter into 5th grade of music school study, and that was very disappointing. For a classical musican to not have enough of a basis is just unbelievable, and that for a private university is just unacceptable. I think if you want to be a singer, or a guitars or anything that is not in thr classical ganre and you dont actually need the theory, that this is the perfect place to find opportunities, but for classical, hell no.
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