Latvia
Study in Latvia
Explore Riga-based English-taught medicine, dentistry, and pre-med routes in a safe Northern European EU destination.
Studying life
Life as a student in Latvia
Latvia offers English-taught medicine and dentistry routes in a calm, safe Northern European setting. Riga, the capital, keeps campuses, housing, and student services close together, which makes settling in straightforward.
The listed route is Riga Stradins University, with official 2026/2027 Medicine and Dentistry tuition around €13,500-€15,500 per year and typical living costs around €450-€700 per month. Admission is based on academic and language requirements rather than a general entrance exam.
- English-taught medicine and dentistry programmes
- EU and Schengen member for regional travel
- No general entrance exam for medicine and dentistry
- Riga-based student environment
Universities
Best universities in Latvia
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1 university
Fees shown are indicative annual amounts; per-course fees and living costs are on each university page.
Requirements
What you need to study in Latvia
- Required prior education for the selected program level.
- Academic records and identity documents prepared for review.
- English-language readiness for an English-taught course.
- Any route-specific interview or assessment confirmed before filing.
Student support
How Themed Pathway helps
- Destination comparison and program direction.
- Application-readiness guidance.
- Visa and pre-arrival direction where needed.
- Student portal next steps after serious consultation.
Destination FAQs
Questions students ask about Latvia
What can I study in Latvia?
Latvia offers English-taught Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and broader Health Sciences. Riga is the main student city, with EU-recognized degrees and Schengen access for non-EU students.
How much is tuition in Latvia?
Tuition in Latvia starts from approximately €8,000 per year for English-taught medical programs. Living costs in Riga are moderate compared to Western Europe.
Is there an entrance exam in Latvia?
Latvia is application-based. Some programs may require an interview or a basic knowledge test, but there is no large standardised entrance exam. Strong academic transcripts and English proficiency are the core requirements.
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