About Latvia
Latvia is an affordable Baltic country with English-taught programs, centred on its capital Riga.
Universities in Latvia
Some of the well-known universities our students apply to. Message us and we will tell you which programs fit your profile.
University of Latvia
Riga Technical University
Riga Stradiņš University
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
RISEBA University
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Accommodation in Latvia
Students use dormitories or rent private rooms and flats in Riga.
RTU’s maritime academy hostel is about €120, LBTU about €127, and Baltic International Academy student hotels €160–290.
Shared rooms and hostel-style housing in Riga.
Larger, better-equipped flats cost more, and utilities are extra.
Where to look
University dormitories (RTU, LBTU, Turība), student hotels at the Baltic International Academy, and SHED Co-living in Riga (from €479).
Good to know
- RTU accepts dorm applications in set windows, for example May to July and November to December.
- Some dorms charge extra for electricity and internet (about €10–15).
- Ask the International Office to confirm your room before you travel.
Monthly budget
€600–900 a monthA comfortable student life in Riga, with dorm rooms keeping it well under €900.
Before you pay or move
- Get the contract in writing and read the rent, deposit, notice period and which utilities are included.
- See the room in person or on a live video call before you send any money.
- Ask how much the deposit is and when it is returned.
- Keep your admission letter and a passport copy ready, because housing offices and landlords ask for them.
- Book a short stay for your first nights in case your room is not ready.
Sources: RTU, LBTU, Baltic International Academy, Study in Europe. Prices are indicative and change by city and year, so we confirm current numbers with you. Photos are loaded from Wikimedia Commons and belong to their respective authors.
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