UNIVERSITY OF LATVIA

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

The university of latvia (ul) is latvia's largest university, and a leading research university in the baltics. It was founded in 1919 on the site of the former riga polytechnic. The university offers a wide range of academic and professional programs, including bachelor's and master's degrees, and professional qualifications. Ul is also known for its research in areas such as natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences.

Here are some facts about the university of latvia:

Programs

Ul offers over 130 state-accredited programs, including degrees in humanities, pedagogy, social sciences, natural sciences, and health sciences.

Research

Ul conducts research in over 50 areas, including natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, technical sciences, and medicine.

Location

The university's main building is located in the former riga polytechnic building on raiņa bulvāris 19.

History

The university was originally named the higher school of latvia, but was renamed the university of latvia in 1923. During the soviet occupation, it was renamed the latvian state university from 1940 to 1941 and again from 1944/1945 to 1958.

Grading system

Latvia's higher education system uses a ten-point grading system, with 10 being the maximum and 4 being the pass mark.

UNIVERSITY TYPE	ESTABLISHED ON	COUNTRY	QS RANKING
PUBLIC	September 28, 1919	LATVIA	786

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION	OWN HOSPITAL	LOCATION
ENGLISH	YES	Raiņa bulvāris 19, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1586, Latvia

WHY CHOOSE THIS UNIVERSITY

Why choose the University of Latvia?

Quality of education: The university is known for its high-quality education.
Affordable tuition: Latvia offers affordable tuition fees and a low cost of living.
International community: The university has a strong international community.
Job outcomes: Graduates have good job prospects.
Student-faculty ratio: The student-faculty ratio is low, which provides a quality classroom experience.
Broad-based curriculum: The curriculum offers a global perspective.
Cross-cultural exposure: Students can gain exposure to different cultures.
Internships: Some universities offer internship programs to help students gain practical skills.
Part-time work: Students can work part-time to earn money and gain knowledge about working in European markets.

ADMISSION & ELIGIBILITY

Here are some eligibility requirements for admission to the university of latvia:

High school diploma: for a bachelor's degree, you need to have a high school diploma with a minimum of 60% marks
Bachelor's degree: for a master's degree, you need to have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% marks
English proficiency: you need to provide proof of english proficiency
Application form: you need to submit an application form
Application fee: you need to pay the application fee, if applicable
Transcript of records: you need to provide a transcript of records
Previous education: your previous education needs to be recognized by the university grants commission (ugc) in india
Work experience: some programs may require work experience
Research proposal: for a doctorate, you need to have a detailed research proposal

The university of latvia is a popular destination for international students, with an acceptance rate of 38%. It accepts students from more than 50 countries.

FEE STRUCTURE

The university of latvia's tuition fees vary depending on the course and its duration:

Medicine and healthcare: €6,000–€11,262 for a 2–6 year course
Engineering: €4,000 for a 3 year course
Science: €2,900–€8,400 for a 2–4 year course
Arts: €2,800–€7,500 for a 2–4 year course

Tuition fees for other courses at the university of latvia include:

Mba/pgdm: inr 2 l for the first year
B.a.: inr 2 l–3 l for the first year
B.sc. Inr 2 l–5 l for the first year
M.sc. Inr 2 l for the first year

Latvia is a relatively affordable study destination, with most public university programs costing between €1,550–€6,000 per academic year. Medical degrees can cost up to €15,000, and business courses can cost up to €25,600 per year.

SCHOLARSHIP

University of latvia foundation administers a number of patron scholarships open to outstanding students and researchers or those with limited resources.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION

To be admitted to the university of latvia, you'll need to submit the following documents:

Application form: a completed application form
Application fee: proof of payment of the application fee, which is roughly €160 ($180)
Previous education: a high school diploma for a bachelor's degree, or a bachelor's diploma for a master's degree
Transcripts: transcripts of your completed courses and grades
English proficiency: proof of english proficiency, usually at a b2 level or higher
Financial resources: proof of financial resources to live and study in latvia
Passport: a copy of your valid passport, with the first and last pages
Personal id: a copy of your personal id
Letters of recommendation: letters of recommendation
Personal statement: a personal statement

You may also need to submit:

Certificates and diplomas from an internationally recognized higher education institution
Transcripts from previous studies if you have had courses credited or transferred
A letter of motivation
A police clearance certificate (pcc) to confirm that you have no criminal record

You should check the university's website for specific entry requirements, as each university can set its own additional requirements.