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Study Social Sciences in Bulgaria 🇧🇬

Bulgaria offers 57 Social Sciences programs across 22 universities. Tuition ranges from $2k–$14k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students.

57 Programs
22 Universities
$2k–$14k/yr Tuition
5% STEM
5% Scholarships

Why Bulgaria for Social Sciences?

Living Cost

$5,500/yr

Full guide to studying in Bulgaria →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (32) Master (13) PhD (12)

Top Universities for Social Sciences in Bulgaria

Medical University of Sofia

Sofia · National rank #1

Social Activities in Healthcare · Bachelor
South-West University Neofit Rilski

Blagoevgrad · National rank #2

Psychology · Bachelor Clinical Psychology · Master Public Administration · Bachelor PhD in Psychology · PhD
University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski

Plovdiv · National rank #3

Social Anthropology · PhD International Security and Politics · Master Sociology · PhD Science, technology and ultra-modern capitalism · PhD
University of Rousse Angel Kanchev

Rousse · National rank #6

Public Administration · Bachelor
D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics

Svishtov · National rank #18

Public Administration · PhD
Burgas Free University

Burgas · National rank #25

Public Administration · Bachelor Management of Social Activities · Master International Economic Relations · Bachelor Social Pedagogy · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor Social Activities · Bachelor Psychology of Management · Master PhD in Psychology · PhD
Political Science and International Relations · Bachelor Economics · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor
Social Activities in Healthcare · Bachelor Social Activities · Bachelor
Public Administration · Master
Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence in Public Sector · PhD Public Administration · Bachelor
Organization and Management of Military Units · Bachelor Organization and Management of Naval Forces · Master Organization and Management of Military Formations · Bachelor
Sociology · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor Political Science · Bachelor Clinical Psychology · Master International Relations · Master
Public Administration · Bachelor
Political Science · Bachelor International Relations and Diplomacy · Master Psychology · Bachelor Clinical Psychology · Master
Public Administration · Master
Bachelor of Social Activities · Bachelor Bachelor of Psychology · Bachelor PhD in Science, Technology and Ultra-Modern Capitalism · PhD PhD in Social Anthropology · PhD PhD in Sociology · PhD
Social Activities · Bachelor
Theology · Bachelor Social Activities · Bachelor Applied Geography and Geographic Information Systems · Master
Organization and Management of Military Formations · Bachelor Organization and Management of the Armed Forces · PhD
Public Administration · Bachelor International Economic Relations · Bachelor

All Programs

Public Administration

Burgas Free University

Bachelor

Management of Social Activities

Burgas Free University

Master

International Economic Relations

Burgas Free University

Bachelor

Social Pedagogy

Burgas Free University

Bachelor

Psychology

Burgas Free University

Bachelor

Social Activities

Burgas Free University

Bachelor

Psychology of Management

Burgas Free University

Master

PhD in Psychology

Burgas Free University

PhD

Political Science and International Relations

American University in Bulgaria

Bachelor Aid

Economics

American University in Bulgaria

Bachelor Aid

Psychology

American University in Bulgaria

Bachelor Aid

Social Activities in Healthcare

Medical University of Stara Zagora

Bachelor

Public Administration

University of Economics - Varna

Master

Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence in Public Sector

University Prof. d-r Asen Zlatarov - Burgas

PhD STEM

Public Administration

University Prof. d-r Asen Zlatarov - Burgas

Bachelor

Organization and Management of Military Units

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy

Bachelor

Organization and Management of Naval Forces

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy

Master

Sociology

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Bachelor

Psychology

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Bachelor

Political Science

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Bachelor

Clinical Psychology

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Master

International Relations

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Master

Public Administration

Varna University of Economics

Bachelor

Political Science

New Bulgarian University

Bachelor

International Relations and Diplomacy

New Bulgarian University

Master

Psychology

New Bulgarian University

Bachelor

Clinical Psychology

New Bulgarian University

Master

Public Administration

University of Ruse Angel Kanchev

Master

Bachelor of Social Activities

Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski

Bachelor

Bachelor of Psychology

Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski

Bachelor

PhD in Science, Technology and Ultra-Modern Capitalism

Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski

PhD

PhD in Social Anthropology

Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski

PhD

PhD in Sociology

Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski

PhD

Social Activities

Medical University of Pleven

Bachelor

Theology

Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen

Bachelor

Social Activities

Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen

Bachelor

Applied Geography and Geographic Information Systems

Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen

Master STEM

Social Activities

Medical University of Stara Zagora

Bachelor

Organization and Management of Military Formations

Naval Academy Nikola Vaptsarov

Bachelor

Organization and Management of the Armed Forces

Naval Academy Nikola Vaptsarov

PhD

Organization and Management of Military Formations

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy

Bachelor

Psychology

South-West University Neofit Rilski

Bachelor

Clinical Psychology

South-West University Neofit Rilski

Master

Public Administration

South-West University Neofit Rilski

Bachelor

Social Activities in Healthcare

Medical University of Sofia

Bachelor

PhD in Psychology

South-West University Neofit Rilski

PhD

Social Anthropology

University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski

PhD

International Security and Politics

University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski

Master

Sociology

University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski

PhD

Science, technology and ultra-modern capitalism

University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski

PhD STEM

Public Administration

D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics

PhD

Public Administration

University of National and World Economy

Bachelor

International Economic Relations

University of National and World Economy

Bachelor

Social Activities

Medical University of Varna

Bachelor

Sports Psychology and Pedagogy

National Sports Academy

PhD

Sports Psychology

National Sports Academy

Master

Public Administration

University of Rousse Angel Kanchev

Bachelor

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Social Sciences in Bulgaria?
Tuition for Social Sciences programs in Bulgaria ranges from $2k–$14k/yr. 5% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $6k.
What are the English language requirements for Social Sciences in Bulgaria?
English-taught Social Sciences programs in Bulgaria typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Social Sciences programs are in Bulgaria?
Abroadly lists 57 Social Sciences programs at 22 universities across Bulgaria. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Social Sciences programs in Bulgaria STEM-designated?
5% of Social Sciences programs in Bulgaria carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Bulgaria a good country for Social Sciences students?
Bulgaria is a strong choice for Social Sciences with 22 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Bulgarian, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Social Sciences in Bulgaria?
In Bulgaria, Social Sciences programs are offered at: Bachelor (32 programs), Master (13 programs), PhD (12 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.