LATVIA

Riga

Latvian, Russian, and English are widely spoken.

1,9 million

Euro €

$12,671

Latvia’s Human Development Index (HDI) is 0.886, which is classified as very high.

Reasons for Choosing Latvia

Low Cost of Living
As Latvia faces a decline in its young population, international students not only have the opportunity to study but can also apply for PR (Permanent Residency) or a work visa after graduation.
With a Schengen visa, students can travel to 29 European Union countries during academic breaks.
Latvia is home to the Ventas Rumba, the widest waterfall in Europe.
99.9% of the Latvian population is literate, and the government continues to enforce policies to shut down low-quality educational institutions.

The education system of Latvia is notable for being open internationally, much like its culture.It actively supports foreign students and is an active participant in international cooperation, including the development of higher education in Europe.
Latvia has an internationally recognized education system.
All children aged 5-18 receive free education.
Latvian universities offer courses in English for foreign students.
A diploma from a Latvian university is equivalent to a diploma from European Union countries.
Education costs are relatively low.

The cost of living is 62% lower compared to other cities around the world
In Riga, the price of lunch is 8 euros, and a monthly public transport ticket costs 47 euros.
In Latvia, the average monthly cost of living ranges from 450 to 700 euros, depending on the type of accommodation (student dormitory or private rental apartment/house).