BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia)
About
BA School of Business and Finance in Riga became part of the University of Latvia in September 2025, giving graduates a state-university diploma with EU recognition. English-taught bachelor's and master's degrees in business, finance, and cybersecurity cost around €3,800/year (IELTS 6.5), and as an EU country Latvia lets graduates work freely across the bloc.
Riga is one of the EU’s most affordable capitals, yet it has everything you need for a full student life. Universities, international students, cafés, bars and cultural venues combine with an active startup scene, while living costs can be under €600 per month.
The city is fairly compact, so many places are within walking distance, and student, business and tourist areas blend naturally around the historic centre. After class, it is easy to meet friends in the centre, walk to the Daugava riverfront or spend an evening in one of the many cafés and bars.
Riga also remains a comparatively calm European capital without a sense of overcrowding. There are plenty of events and opportunities to enjoy your time, but the city does not demand constant rushing or a huge budget: a good option for those who want to experience life in a European capital while keeping spending at a reasonable level.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberMay 31
Non-EU deadline — early! Application fee: €170. Merged into University of Latvia since Sep 2025.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia) as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia) is €3800 per year. Living costs in Riga are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia)?
English-taught programmes at BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia) typically require IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Latvia?
For a student residence permit in Latvia you must prove €9,360 per year (2026, PMLP — necessary subsistence: https://www.pmlp.gov.lv/en/necessary-subsistence-0).
Does BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia) offer scholarships?
Latvian State Scholarship available for UA/KZ/UZ (cycle 2026/27 currently closed; check studyinlatvia.lv). RU/BY not eligible for state scholarship.
Where is BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia) located?
BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia) is in Riga, Latvia. Raiņa bulvāris 19, LV-1586 Riga, Latvia
What can you study at BA School of Business and Finance (University of Latvia)?
Fields offered include: Business, Finance, Economics, Cybersecurity, Management.
Accommodation
Website moved to ba.lu.lv after Sep 2025 merger with LU. LU Prima Hostel accessible. Tuition figures unconfirmed — verify with admissions (tatjana.dakica@ba.lv).
SourceScholarships
- 🏛Latvian State Scholarship: €500–700/month (UA/KZ/UZ only)
Latvian State Scholarship available for UA/KZ/UZ (cycle 2026/27 currently closed; check studyinlatvia.lv). RU/BY not eligible for state scholarship.
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- Part of University of Latvia since September 2025, giving graduates a state-university diploma with EU recognition.
- English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes in business, finance, and cybersecurity — no Latvian required.
- Estimated tuition around €3,800/year is among the lowest for English-track business degrees in the EU.
- IELTS 6.5 is a moderate requirement, accessible to most CIS students with solid upper-intermediate English.
- Latvia is an EU/Schengen country — graduates hold an EU-recognised degree and can work freely across the bloc.
- Students may work up to 20 h/week during term without a separate work permit — it's included in the residence permit.
What to check
- Per-programme tuition is not published online — €3,800 is an unverified aggregator estimate; master's could reach €5,000–8,000/year.
- Non-EU applicants must apply by 31 May for the September intake — missing this deadline means waiting a full year.
- Brand recognition outside the Baltics is limited; employers in RU/KZ may be unfamiliar with BA School even after the UL merger.
- Riga's private rental market runs €400–700/month all-in; combined with €30–60/month health insurance, living costs add up fast.
- Daily life in Riga requires at least basic Latvian or Russian; English coverage outside the university is uneven.
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