Study in Latvia: 21 Affordable Universities and their Tuition Fee

Gaining admission into most of European Universities can be both good and bad news. Good because you get to study in the country of your choice. Bad because of the expensive fees you must pay.

However, some very cheap universities still require just half of what some other universities pay.

Among the countries of Europe, Latvia University are one of the most affordable Universities in Europe.

Therefore, if you are an international student or an aspiring one or you live in Latvia, it is suggestible that you try Latvia universities. This could save you some bucks and, at the same time get you a quality education.

This article will help you identify the most affordable Universities to study in, in Latvia.

Meanwhile, look at our table of contents for an overview of this content.

About Latvia

Latvia is a country on the Baltic Sea between Lithuania and Estonia. Its landscape is marked by wide beaches and dense, sprawling forests. Latvia’s capital is Riga, home to notable wooden and art nouveau architecture.

Riga has a vast Central Market and a medieval Old Town with St. Peter’s Church.

Also, the capital has museums which include the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum. The museum showcases local crafts, food, and music.

Obviously, we’re not writing about Latvia as a country or its natural embodiments. We just want to give you a clue of how conducive and naturally endowed Lativia is.

Latvia is located along the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea. The nation is considered a geographic hotspot as a crossroad between the East, West, North, and South.

It shares borders alongside fellow Baltic states, Estonia and Lithuania, and other countries such as Belarus, Russia, and Sweden.

Those wishing to study abroad in Latvia will also notice that Latvia is open to outside influences, evident in its education system. Latvian higher education institutions are active members of international organizations in various fields of study.

Foreigners taking up education in Latvia are not an uncommon sight either.

The Latvian education system had more than 5,400 international enrollees in 2016, growing steadily yearly.

The rest of this article will be concentrated on listing the top 21 affordable universities in Latvia and their tuition fees.

This would include tuition fees for postgraduate and undergraduate students from Latvia. It also includes undergraduate and postgraduate students from other countries of the world.

Therefore, it is suggested that one pays attention to the details so as to be able to select the best university for him or herself.

Explore!

#21 University of Latvia

This university was founded in 1919 and is officially accredited.

This 99 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic records and grades.

The 40-50% admission rate range makes this Latvian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

This university is affordable both for local and international students.

University of Latvia Tuition

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,70

#20 RIGA Technical University

A very old university with a lot of history.

This university was established in 1862. It’s a non-profit making school, making it very affordable for its applicants from anywhere in the world.

This 156-year-old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy. The policy is based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to enroll.

RIGA Technical University Tuition

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)

#19 LATVIA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE

This university is officially accredited, it was founded in 1938 for the sole aim of bringing quality higher learning to Latvia.

This university is officially accredited.

This 79 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Latvian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION.

Undisclosed by the institution.

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#18 TURIBA UNIVERSITY

A university founded in 1993.

Officially accredited.

Open for local and international students to apply.

This 25 years old higher-education institution is also has a selective admission policy based on students past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)

#17 RIGA STRADINS UNIVERSITY

This university was founded in 1950 and it’s a non-profit university considering its low tuition fees.

Officially accredited and open for local and international students.

TUITIONS

Undisclosed by the university.

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#16 VIDZEME UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

A nonprofit university founded in 1996.

Officially accredited, and a big part of Latvia’s Tourism niche.

This 22 year old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION.

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)
Int’l student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)

#15 TRANSPORT AND TELECOMMUNICATION INSTITUTE

This institute is a 1999 revelation.

Gained its official accreditation in no time.

This 19 year old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students’ past academic records and grades.

The 80-90% admission rate range makes this Latvian higher education organization the least selective institution.

International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION.

Undisclosed by the university

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#14 STOCKHOLM SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS IN RIGA

Established in 1994.

This university is basically focused on developing the financial and managerial aspects of its students.

Officially accredited,  with low tuition fees because it is a nonprofit university.

This 24 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.

International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION.

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	Not reported	Not reported
Int’l student	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)	Not reported

#13 DAUGAVPILS UNIVERSITY

This is a vintage university.

Was established in 1921.

Officially accredited.

This 97 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)
Int’l student	Not reported	Not reported

#12 RIGA GRADUATE SCHOOL OF LAW

This is a for-profit institution,  but still affordable.

Officially accredited.

This 20 year old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)

#11 VENTSPILS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

This university was founded in 1997 and has developed rapidly.

Officially accredited.

This 21 year old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	Not reported
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)

#10 BALTIC INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

The name of this institution is quite deceiving, as it sounds like a high school, but this is a reputable institution, established in 1993. Officially accredited.

This 26 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students past academic records and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Latvian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)

#9 LATVIAN ACADEMY OF CULTURE

This university was established in 1990. A nonprofit institution, affordable and officially accredited.

This 27 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.

TUITION 

Undisclosed by the university

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#8 REZEKNE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTE

This is a nonprofit and public-funded institution. You can attend this institution by sponsoring yourself.

This 25-year-old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students past academic records and grades.

The 80-90% admission rate range makes this Latvian higher education organization the least selective institution.

International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)
Int’l student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)

#7 LIEPAJA UNIVERSITY

This is one of the oldest universities on our list.  This university was established in 1954 and officially accredited.

This 64-year-old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION.

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	0-1,000 US$   (0-750 Euro)	0-1,000 US$   (0-750 Euro)
Int’l student	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)	1,000-2,500 US$   (750-1,800 Euro)

#6 RIGA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This institution is one of the few financial institutions on our list. This institution was established in 1992 and had campuses in some of the cities of Latvia.

This 26-year-old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students’ past academic records and grades.

The 80-90% admission rate range makes this Latvian higher education organization the least selective institution.

International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION.

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)
Int’l student	2,500-5,000 US$   (1,800-3,700 Euro)	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)

#5 ART ACADEMY OF LATVIA

An old institute with a lot of history. This institution is a product of the Latvian government.

Therefore it is publicly funded and nonprofit. Established in 1919 and is a big part of Latvia’s history.

Latvijas Makslas akademija (LMA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor’s degrees in several areas of study.

TUITION.  

Undisclosed by the university. Find out more on the university’s official website.

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#4 INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

Established in 1994 and officially accredited.

This institution has campuses in some other cities in Latvia.

Very affordable and recommended.

This institution offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor’s degrees, and master’s degrees in several areas of

study.

TUITION.

Undisclosed by the university

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#3 JAZEPA VITOLA LATVIAN ACADEMY OF MUSIC

This institution was established in 1920.

A nonprofit and very affordable for both local and international students.

Officially accredited.

This 98 year old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.

International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

TUITION

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)	5,000-7,500 US$   (3,700-5,500 Euro)
Int’l student	7,500-10,000 US$   (5,500-7,400 Euro)	7,500-10,000 US$   (5,500-7,400 Euro)

#2 BA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE

This institution was founded in 1992.

A nonprofit-oriented institution that makes tuition very affordable.

It is officially accredited. A university for local and international students and tuition is favorable for both. Race notwithstanding.

This 26-year-old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students’ past academic records and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Latvian higher education organization a somewhat selective

institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

TUITION:

	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local student	12,500-15,000 US$   (9,200-11,000 Euro)	10,000-12,500 US$   (7,400-9,200 Euro)
Int’l student	12,500-15,000 US$   (9,200-11,000 Euro)	10,000-12,500 US$   (7,400-9,200 Euro)

#1 HIGHER SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC AND CULTURE

This is a private higher education institution located in the medium-sized city of Riga.

Very affordable and officially accredited.

Established in 1992.

This institution offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor’s degrees in several areas of study.

TUITION:

Undisclosed by the university.

Why Study In Latvia?

You might still be wondering why you even need to study in Latvia. Is it worth it? See some of these reasons below and why Lativia is the chosen nation for affordable studies.

#1. Latvia Is Small But Spacious

Latvia is a friendly and welcoming country. Even though the typical Latvian is not an open book and more often smiles internally, they are good at building lifetime friendships.

It is also very easy to get contacts, get introduced to like-minded people, and build a career regardless of age or previous job experience. 

Latvia is not overcrowded with huge megapolises, unbelievable traffic jams, or mile-long lines. Instead, it offers a serene environment for studying and working, where you can choose how much buzz or peace you need.

Latvia ranks high on the Global peace index as a country with low crime rates, a stable political scene, and almost zero natural disasters.

All these attributes make Latvia a cool destination for studies.

#2. Great Value For Money

The prices for studying and living in Latvia a Northern European country, are friendly, and students can afford to have more for less.

Studies, including outstanding business, law, ICT, or medicine programs, are available for reasonable tuition fees.

Even elite university programs are available for comparatively reasonable tuition fees.

Studying here will enable students to get an internationally-recognized diploma and serve as a springboard for an excellent career and further education choices. 

Graduates will have relevant knowledge and practical skills to succeed in the labor market. Moreover, the cost of living in Latvia is relatively low so students can cover their expenses easily.  

So tell me, why wouldn’t anyone want to study in Latvia?

#3. Knowledge Base

Joint research and innovation hubs have stimulated the production of new products and technologies in such knowledge specialization areas as bio-economics, intelligent materials, engineering systems, smart energetics, bio-pharmacy and bio-medicine, ICT, and others.

Latvia can indeed be proud of its innovative technological solutions for cancer treatment.

Additionally, Latvia has the world’s best studio microphones, intelligent fabrics, drone jumps, wind tunnels, and many others.

The close cooperation between universities and industry practitioners facilitates modeling students’ competency using modern learning recourses.

Regardless, Latvia remains one of the European Nations with the Most Affordable Universities to study in. Latvia is a student destination with very cheap tuition fees and cost of living.

#4. Entrepreneurial Hotspot

The location of Latvia provides a strategic position for business operations across the continent. Its dynamic and rapidly growing start-up environment gives it a competitive edge that boosts students idea-testing and entrepreneurial mindset. This makes Latvia an excellent place to study in.

#5. Inspiring Talents

The average Latvian can speak three different languages and is good in a particular sport. Can make one craft or the other and is either in a dance group or a cultural troupe.

They have renowned basketball players that have made a name for themselves playing basketball abroad and winning medals in the Olympics.

Additionally, Latvians invented jeans, the camera drone “Airdog,” and 3D holograms, not to mention being the birthplace of the original “Crocodile Dundee”.

Therefore, as a prospective student in any of the Universities listed above, you enjoy an awesome learning experience fused with talent-driven programs that will enhance what you already know. Yet another reason you should study in Latvia.

Conclusions

Latvia has incredible opportunities waiting for its students to be among those who will benefit. Learn in conducive yet affordable European schools as Latvia opens its doors to local and international students for the 2024 academic year.

An unforgettable academic experience fused with many other entrepreneurial ad entertainment opportunities awaits you.

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