Ukraine is waiting for children and youth from temporarily occupied territories and is creating the conditions to make this path real, accessible, and safe.

Here’s what you need to know: how to apply in 2026, what benefits are available for applicants from TOT, and how quota-2 works.

Admission conditions depend on the date of departure.

If you are still in temporarily occupied territories or left after October 1, 2025 — you can apply without the NMT, through an interview at the university. If you left earlier — NMT results are required, but quota-2 applies.

Quota-2 provides separate state-funded places for applicants from TOT and territories of active hostilities. Admission is conducted through a separate competition, which increases the chances of getting a state-funded place. In most universities, this is about 10% of places, and in relocated or frontline institutions — up to 40%.

Applicants who remain in TOT or left after October 1, 2025 can choose: apply using NMT results or take an entrance interview. At the same time, if you are admitted to a fee-based program through an interview, you are not eligible for a state grant to partially cover tuition.

Even if you do not secure a quota-funded place, you can apply for transfer to a state-funded place after enrolling on a fee-paying basis.

Admissions support is provided by the “Crimea–Ukraine” and “Donbas–Ukraine” Education Centers, which operate from June 1 to September 30. They assist at every stage — from taking required assessments to submitting documents and completing interviews. Part of the process can be done remotely, even before leaving TOT.

Free accommodation is provided during the admission period, along with additional state support, scholarships, and assistance with adaptation after relocation.

If you are planning to leave, you can reach out for help. Within the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, assistance is provided free of charge, confidentially, and with full support — even if you do not have documents. A safe route is arranged for each individual.

If you are not ready to apply immediately, preparatory programs are available, including a “zero course” to help you strengthen key subjects, adapt, and prepare for studies.

You do not have to go through admission and education alone — support is provided at every step.

If you need information about applying to Ukrainian universities, the application process, or educational opportunities — please contact organizations and state institutions via the link in our bio.