Ján Albrecht Music and Arts Academy

Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia. A small professional academy for music and the arts in the historic mining town of Banská Štiavnica.

Programmes, intakes and fees

Taught in EnglishMainly Slovak-taught; admission by talent exam
IntakesSeptember. Deadlines differ by programme; PAL confirms them for you.

Official site: portalvs.sk. Checked October 2026.

Studying in Slovakia

Typical figures for international students in Slovakia. The university's own fees are above.

Tuition (bachelor's)Free in the local language; up to €4,000 a year in English
Tuition (master's)Free in the local language; up to €5,900 a year in English
Living costs€260–660 a month
LanguageSlovak at public universities (free); English-taught programmes for a fee
Work while studyingNo work permit needed while studying; part-time within the legal limit (about 20 hours a week)
After graduating9 months to look for work after graduating
Usual intakesSeptember (some programmes also February)

Sources: IOM Migration Information Centre Slovakia; PAL university directory and Study in Slovakia.

How PAL helps you apply to Ján Albrecht Music and Arts Academy

  1. Free first conversation. A PAL counsellor checks your grades, English level and budget against the entry requirements.
  2. Documents. We tell you exactly which documents Ján Albrecht Music and Arts Academy asks for, and check each one before it is sent.
  3. Application. PAL submits your application and follows up with the university until you have a decision.
  4. Visa and travel. We help you prepare your student visa application, accommodation and arrival.

PAL Education is an independent study abroad consultancy, not Ján Albrecht Music and Arts Academy. Fees, programmes and dates change, so always confirm them with PAL or on the university's official website before you apply.