Belarus Opens Doors to Vocational Schools: Record Number of Applicants Expected

Applications Open for Belarusian Vocational Schools: A Smooth Start to the 2025 Academic Year. Grodno, Belarus - June 15, 2025 marked the beginning of document acceptance for vocational schools across Belarus. This year's application process appears streamlined, with no reported long queues, as confirmed by Svetlana Savichikay, a parent whose daughter is applying. "We actually wanted to apply last year, but it didn't work out," she explained, highlighting the ease of this year's process. The video showcases various schools and the range of vocational options available, from drivers and welders to confectioners and bakers. Mariya Kuleshova, secretary of the admissions committee at Minsk State Culinary College, noted an increased intake for the culinary program. "Compared to last year, we're adding another group for the children's nutrition chef qualification after the 9th grade," she stated. The admissions committees will be open until August 23rd, aiming to enroll over 38,000 students this year, mostly into budget-funded positions.