Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) is one of Lithuania’s leading universities in social sciences, law, public governance, public security and interdisciplinary studies. Its institutional history is closely connected with the development of the modern Lithuanian state.
The University traces its origins to 1990, when Lithuania had just restored its independence and faced the urgent task of building democratic public institutions. Established as the Police Academy of Lithuania, the institution responded to a clear national need: to educate a new generation of professionals capable of serving a democratic society, strengthening the rule of law, and contributing to public security and justice.
Over time, the institution evolved together with the state itself. Its original mission expanded into a broader academic profile, encompassing social sciences, law, public governance, public security, business, communication, and technology-related studies. This development reflects not only institutional growth, but also the changing needs of a society navigating political, social, and technological transformation.
Today, MRU combines academic expertise, civic responsibility, and interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing contemporary societal challenges. Its work is grounded in the understanding that universities play an active role in strengthening democratic resilience, public trust, and the capacity of societies to respond to change.