Estonian Business School
About
Estonian Business School charges €7,730/year for both EU and non-EU students — no international surcharge — with an IELTS 6.0 minimum, one of the lowest among English-taught EU business schools. Set in Tallinn, a compact, safe capital in one of Europe's most digitally advanced economies, it's a natural fit for business and IT students.
Tallinn is one of Northern Europe's most digitally saturated cities—fintech offices, startup hubs, and tech companies are woven into the business landscape. For IT and business students, the environment is unusually practical and connected to real industry. The capital is walkable, safe, and affordable compared to other European hubs.
Application deadlines
- September (BA, non-EU)Apr 30
EU applicants until Jun 30
- March/June (MA)Mar 16 / Jun 01
Multiple MBA intake windows
Accommodation
Central Tallinn. Private rooms €350–600/month. EBS student services can advise on housing.
SourceScholarships
- 🏛Harno degree scholarship
- 🏛Harno short-course grants
- 🏛Estophilus Scholarship
Harno national scholarships open to all CIS/Eastern European students. Apply via harno.ee.
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- EU member state diploma gives full Schengen mobility and access to European labour markets after graduation.
- Estonia ranks among Europe's most digitally advanced economies, offering a tech-forward environment for business and IT students.
- Tallinn is a compact, safe capital with low crime and a vibrant student community — easier to navigate than large Western cities.
- Tuition is €7,730/year for bachelor's and is equal for EU and non-EU students, removing the common international surcharge.
- IELTS 6.0 minimum is one of the lowest thresholds among English-taught business schools in the EU.
- EPAS-accredited International Business Administration programme and double-degree option with HEC Liège (Belgium) add recognised European credentials.
What to check
- No dormitory on campus — students must find private housing in Tallinn at €350–600/month from day one.
- Non-EU applicants face a hard deadline of 30 April for the September intake, two months earlier than EU peers.
- EBS is a private institution with a limited alumni network outside the Baltic and Nordic regions, which may affect brand recognition in CIS job markets.
- The 1-year MBA formats (60 ECTS) may not meet qualification recognition requirements in some CIS countries — verify before enrolling.
- Scholarships and financial aid data are not yet confirmed — students should not assume any grant availability when budgeting.
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