In order to enable you a smooth transition to your study life, we encourage you to enroll early. If you have any questions about the conditions for enrollment or the application process, please contact the student office. You can send us the application for registration at any time without all the required documentation. The student office will inform you about any missing or incomplete documents that you need to complete the admission process.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate Study

Admission Requirements

Applicants may enroll in the undergraduate study program Dance, Choreography if they:

have completed the general or vocational matura,
have completed any 4-year secondary school program before June 1, 1995,
successfully pass the audition.

Proof of Completed Education

Proof of completed secondary education does not need to be submitted at the time of application, except if the candidate completed secondary education with a final examination or abroad.

Medical Certificate

Candidates must submit a medical certificate including personal medical history with information on serious injuries or illnesses, and confirmation of the ability to withstand greater psychophysical strain. The certificate must be issued after May 1 of the current year and can be issued by a family or general practitioner. If deemed necessary, a specialist’s opinion must also be provided.

Graduate Study

Admission Requirements

Applicants may enroll in the second-cycle study program Dance Studies if they:

have completed a first-cycle study program in dance and choreography (minimum 180 ECTS),
have completed a pre-Bologna professional or university study program in dance and choreography,
have completed an equivalent study program in another field.

Applicants without a background in dance must submit proof of non-formal education and experience in the field (artistic or competition portfolio). Based on the portfolio and interview, the committee evaluates eligibility or determines additional knowledge requirements.

Bridging (Differential) Exams

Candidates from other fields may be required to complete bridging exams (10–60 ECTS) before enrollment or in the first semester, as determined by the Study Affairs Committee.

Specific Requirements by Specialization

A) Dance Pedagogy Candidates must demonstrate prior knowledge or pass exams in:

learning psychology,
pedagogy and didactics,
safe dance teaching practices,
methodology of teaching dance in the chosen field.

B) Contemporary Choreographic Practices Candidates must demonstrate prior knowledge or pass exams in:

composition methods,
dance technique of the chosen field,
choreographic process,
history and theory of dance theatre.

C) Theory of Dance Arts Candidates must demonstrate prior knowledge or pass exams in:

history of dance and theory of dance theatre.

Application Procedure

Applications are submitted via the eVŠ portal:

Enrolment application for study

Applicants can apply using a digital identity (digital certificate, AAI, or smsPASS) or a username and password created upon registration.

Application Steps

The application process consists of the following steps:

selection of the call for applications and type of application,
entry of personal and residence data,
entry of secondary education data,
verification of any higher education records,
selection of desired study program,
submission of attachments and final electronic submission.

After successful submission, applicants receive confirmation by email. If no confirmation is received, the application has not been submitted successfully.

Special Notes

If a candidate selects a public higher education institution as their first choice, private institutions cannot be selected as additional options.
To apply to a private institution (e.g., Dance Academy), a separate application must be submitted.

Public / Concessioned vs Private Programs

Applicants must distinguish between:

Public and concessioned institutions (select: Public Higher Education Institutions and Concessions)
Private (non-concessioned) institutions (select: Private Higher Education Institutions)

Rules:

Concessioned programs: up to 3 choices in the first and second rounds
Non-concessioned programs: one application = one choice
Third round: one program per application, max. three applications

Application Support

Email: ekc@gov.si
Phone: 080 2002
Phone (international): +386 1 478 85 90
Support is available on weekdays from 8:00 to 22:00.

Application Deadlines

First application period: February 18 – July 11, 2026

The results of the selection process will be announced no later than July 20, 2026. You will receive the official decision via the eVŠ portal. If you are admitted to the selected study program, you will also receive an invitation to enroll by email. Enrollment for admitted candidates in the first period will take place from July 21 to August 4, 2026.

Second application period: July 14 – September 15, 2026

The selection process will be completed by September 18, 2026. The results will be published via the eVŠ portal. If admitted, you will receive an invitation to enroll by email. Enrollment for admitted candidates will take place from September 22 to no later than September 30, 2026.

Third application period: September 16 – September 30, 2026

The selection process will be completed by September 30, 2026. The results will be published via the eVŠ portal. If admitted, you will receive an invitation to enroll by email. Enrollment for admitted candidates will take place by September 30, 2026 and will be conducted exclusively online.

Enrolment

Enrollment is conducted entirely electronically.
You will complete the enrollment through the Higher Education Information System (VIS) using the username and password provided in your enrollment invitation sent to your email.

Application

Supporting documents

In admission procedures, all required supporting documents must be submitted electronically via the eVŠ portal. As proof of meeting the admission requirements, scanned documents or photographs of original certificates and other required documents are accepted. Instructions for submitting supporting documents are available at: https://portal.evs.gov.si/navodila-za-oddajo.

Proof of completed secondary education does not need to be attached to the eVŠ application, as the data is obtained via the National Examinations Centre (RIC), except in cases where the candidate completed secondary education with a final examination or abroad.

All applicants to the undergraduate study program Dance, Choreography must also submit a medical certificate including personal medical history, indicating any serious injuries or illnesses and the ability to withstand greater psychophysical strain. The certificate must be issued after May 1 of the current year and may be issued by a family/general practitioner. If required, a specialist’s opinion must also be provided. Any costs related to the medical examination are covered by the candidate.

For the undergraduate study program Dance, Choreography, an audition must also be completed prior to enrollment (except for the Ballet track, where only an interview is conducted).

For admission to the master’s study program, candidates must upload appropriate proof of meeting the admission requirements to the eVŠ application – specifically the diploma certificate and, optionally, the Diploma Supplement.

Enrollment procedure

Admitted candidates will receive an invitation to enroll at the email address provided in the application, immediately after the admission procedure is completed. Enrollment at Alma Mater is conducted entirely online.

You will complete the enrollment from home via the Higher Education Information System (VIS) using the username and password provided in your enrollment invitation.

Steps required for enrollment

Complete and sign the Enrollment Form.
Sign the agreement on mutual rights and obligations.
Upload a recent photo (3.5 × 4.5 cm, passport-style) in JPG format.

Before starting the enrollment process, make sure you have the following documents saved on your computer in JPG/JPEG or PDF format:

proof of tuition payment (full amount or first installment, as specified in the contract),
proof of payment of the enrollment fee (€150),
confirmed medical certificate of the completed medical examination,
any missing documents listed in the application.

Once the agreement and enrollment form are electronically signed and all required documents are uploaded to VIS, the Student Office will complete the enrollment within 5 working days.
You will be notified of successful enrollment via email. At that point, VIS will display:

the signed agreement (by both parties),
the student record (index),
the option to print the Certificate of Enrollment (official document).

Payment information

Invoices for tuition and the enrollment fee will be sent to the email address provided in the enrollment form within two working days after submitting the form.

When completing the payment order, enter:

Reference: SI00 + your enrollment number (found in the Enrollment Form and Invitation to Enroll)

The tuition (first installment) and enrollment fee may be paid using a single payment order by combining the amounts.

Cash payments are not accepted at Alma Mater. All payments must be made via bank transfer.

Tuition payment

Self-funded Students

Installment payments

Tuition fees can be paid in 1, 2, 5, or 8 installments. In the case of installment payments, an additional administrative fee of €20 is charged per installment.

Companies

If a company covers the tuition fees, the student must complete the Payer’s Statement. The form includes basic information about the payer, the student, the study program, and specifies the amount and method of payment.
After submitting the form electronically, the student must print it, obtain the company’s signature and stamp, and then send the signed document to the relevant student office by email.
Based on complete documentation, the student office issues an invoice to the company.
As a rule, the company settles the annual tuition fee upon enrollment in the respective year.
Upon prior agreement, payment in installments may also be arranged.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of formally acquired knowledge refers to knowledge obtained in accredited study programs at higher education institutions (in Slovenia or abroad).

Recognition of non-formally acquired knowledge and skills may be requested by candidates who wish such knowledge and skills to be considered either as a condition for admission or as part of the study obligations within a program in which they are already enrolled. This includes knowledge and skills acquired outside formal education, typically through work experience, training, seminars, courses, independent work, etc.

Recognition of Formally Acquired Knowledge

Formally acquired knowledge refers to knowledge obtained in accredited study programs at higher education institutions (domestic or international).

Knowledge obtained through formal education may be recognized if its content and learning outcomes are comparable to those of the study units within the program in which the candidate is enrolling. Recognition may be granted with or without a grade, depending on the availability of documentation and the suitability of assessment methods.

The following time limits apply:

Certificates of prior education and exams for general subjects are recognized if they are not older than 10 years from the date of issue.
Certificates of exams in core professional subjects are recognized if they are not older than 5 years, or upon evaluation by the course coordinator, who provides a reasoned expert opinion.

Application for Recognition

After enrollment, students may submit a request for recognition of previously completed study obligations earned at Alma Mater or other higher education institutions.

Applicants must complete the digital form Application for Recognition of Study Obligations and attach:

transcript of records (original or scanned original),
course syllabi (detailed content descriptions),
proof of payment for application processing (optional).

It is recommended to scan or photograph all required documents before completing the application.

Prior Recognition (Before Enrollment)

Candidates who wish to obtain a decision from the Study Affairs Committee before enrolling must submit proof of payment for the processing fee in accordance with the current price list (except for exams completed at Alma Mater).

If the candidate subsequently enrolls, this fee will be deducted from the first tuition installment.

Submission Deadline

The Study Affairs Committee will consider only complete applications submitted no later than November 15 of the current academic year. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be processed.

Applicants are advised to list all subjects they wish to have recognized for the entire study period, regardless of their year of enrollment. A new application may be submitted only if the student gains new formal education during their studies.

Applicants will be notified of the Committee’s decision in writing via email.

Tuition Fee Reduction

Based on the recognition decision, students may apply for a reduction in tuition fees for the current academic year:

30% reduction for recognition of 20–30 ECTS
50% reduction for recognition of 31–40 ECTS

Reductions apply only to fully recognized study obligations.
The application for tuition reduction must include a copy of the recognition decision and must be submitted within 8 days of receiving the decision. Late applications will not be considered.

Recognition Criteria

The Study Affairs Committee evaluates formally acquired knowledge, competencies, and skills that fully or partially correspond—by content and level—to the general or subject-specific competencies of the study program.

Recognition is conducted in accordance with:

the Higher Education Act,
criteria for transfers between study programs.

The primary criterion is the comparability of content, scope, and level of previously completed obligations with those of the Alma Mater study program.

Contact

For additional information or assistance, please contact the Student Affairs Office: referat.ap@almamater.si

Recognition of Non-formal Learning and Skills

Candidates may apply for recognition of non-formally acquired knowledge and skills if they wish such knowledge to be considered either as a condition for admission or as part of the study obligations within a program in which they are already enrolled. This refers to knowledge and skills acquired outside formal educational institutions, typically through work experience, training, seminars, courses, independent work, etc.

To be successfully recognized, such knowledge must be comparable in level of complexity and content to the subjects or groups of subjects within the selected study program.

The process of recognizing non-formal learning begins at the request of the candidate, who submits an Application for Recognition of Non-formal Learning to the Student Office. The candidate must provide all necessary documentation for evaluation, such as:

certificates of training and courses,
descriptions of work experience and tasks,
employer references,
examples of work or projects,
portfolio,
professional publications or other relevant documentation demonstrating acquired knowledge.

The recognition procedure involves the candidate completing a dedicated application form, specifying which knowledge they wish to have recognized and which subject it should replace. Supporting documentation is then reviewed by the competent committee.

If necessary, the faculty may request additional clarification, an interview, or even a knowledge assessment. Based on a comprehensive evaluation, the committee issues a decision on recognition, which is recorded in the student’s academic record.

In most cases, recognized obligations are not graded numerically but are recorded as “completed”. The process may be subject to a fee in accordance with the official price list approved by the Governing Board of Alma Mater.

Recognition of Education for the Purpose of Continuing Studies

Applicants who have obtained a qualification abroad and wish to continue their education in Slovenia must obtain a decision on recognition of the right to continue education (recognition decision).

Candidates who already have a recognition decision or official nostrification must submit it together with all required documents via the eVŠ portal.
For candidates who do not yet have such a decision, the completed eVŠ application form also serves as an application for recognition of foreign education.

Applicants who submit incomplete documentation will be individually notified about required supplements and deadlines via written communication or through the eVŠ portal.

The recognition procedure is carried out by an authorized official at the higher education institution to which the candidate has applied.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

a scanned copy or photo of the certificate/diploma obtained abroad,
appropriate legalization of the document:
- no legalization required: Austria, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, North Macedonia, Serbia,
- other EU countries: certified copy,
- non-EU countries: Apostille (if the country is a signatory to the Hague Convention),
- other cases: full legalization (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the issuing country and Slovenian diplomatic/consular representation or Slovenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs),
a certified translation into Slovenian (not required if the document is in Croatian, English, German, or Italian),
proof of the content and duration of education (transcripts of the last two years of secondary education or full study transcript and/or Diploma Supplement),
a certified translation of the above documents into Slovenian (unless already issued in accepted languages),
a short chronological description of the entire education pathway, signed by the holder of the certificate (or their legal representative).

Candidates submit scanned copies via the eVŠ portal and later provide properly legalized documents to:
info@almamater.international
referat.ap@almamater.si

Additional Information

The list of required documents may vary depending on the country of origin of the qualification. Therefore, candidates are advised to contact the authorized office in advance for detailed guidance: info@almamater.international

SCHOLARSHIPS (2026/27)

Alma Mater Europaea announces a call for applications for scholarships or subsidised tuition fees for the academic year 2026/27.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants are eligible for a scholarship or subsidised tuition if they:

have submitted an eVŠ application and provided all required supporting documents for admission,
have permanent residence in:
- the Republic of Slovenia, or
- one of the following Western Balkan countries:
  Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, or Serbia.

Scholarship Amount

The amount of the scholarship depends on the enrolled study program and may be:

up to €1,600 per academic year for the undergraduate study program Dance, Choreography.

The scholarship is granted for the entire duration of studies, provided that the student progresses regularly to the next year.

Note: In the case of specific programme partnerships, Alma Mater Europaea reserves the right to exceptionally grant scholarships to candidates from other countries.

Application Deadline

Applications, including all required attachments, must be submitted no later than September 30, 2026, or before enrollment via the online application form.

🔗 Access to the application form

Applications will be evaluated individually in accordance with the call criteria and available funding.

Notification of Results

Applicants will be informed of the results no later than 30 days after submitting a complete application.
The decision will be sent to the email address provided in the application.

Securing a Scholarship Before Enrollment

Applicants may secure their scholarship entitlement prior to official enrollment by paying a deposit of €1,000.

This deposit:

serves as confirmation of serious intent to enroll,
reserves a place in the selected study program.

The paid deposit will be deducted from the first installment of annual tuition fees, as specified in the official enrollment invitation.

If the applicant decides not to enroll, €950 will be refunded.

Payment Details

Recipient: Alma Mater Europaea – Dance Academy

Address: Dunajska ulica 158, 1000 Ljubljana

Tax number: 46722971

IBAN: SI56 0400 0028 1250 956 (OTP banka d.d.)

SWIFT: KBMASI2X

Payment purpose: Enrollment reservation 2026–27

Contact for Additional Information

For further information or assistance with the application, please contact: info@almamater.international