ABSTRACT Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases are currently one of the main causes of morbidity worldwide. The main causes of cardiovascular diseases are factors associated with lifestyle habits. Smoking, physical inactivity, and obesity greatly influence the occurrence of these diseases, and with urbanization and modernization, the number of people with these factors is increasing. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of modifiable cardiovascular factors among students that are associated with lifestyle habits. Materials and Methods: The research was conducted among students of various departments at the Faculty of Health Studies in Rijeka using the internationally validated questionnaire "EHIS wave 1 guidelines 2010" by the Statistical Office (Eurostat) of the European Commission. A total of 100 respondents participated in the study. Results: The research results showed that the majority of students have a normal body mass. Smoking is more prevalent among male students than female students. Insufficient physical activity is present among all students, although male students are more physically active than female students. Conclusion: Unhealthy lifestyle habits, obesity among young people, smoking habit created during adolescence and a sedentary lifestyle have become common problems among students, which is confirmed by this research. This creates a wide range of risk factors for the potential development of cardiovascular disease in old age. Therefore, during college education, it is crucial to take preventive measures to better control cardiovascular risk factors and promote a healthier and longer life.