Tuition (non-EU)
€2500
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Jelgava, Latvia
Fields
agriculture, engineering
Why this works
- Public university with EU-accredited degrees recognised across Europe and the Schengen area.
- Tuition of €2,500 per year is among the lowest for English-taught programmes in the EU.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible without top-band preparation.
- Agriculture and engineering degrees open direct pathways to EU labour markets after graduation.
- Bachelor students may work up to 20 hours per week; Master and PhD students face no hour limit.
- Dormitory costs as low as €100–250 per month make Jelgava significantly cheaper than Riga.
What to check
- Jelgava is a small city of ~55,000; nightlife, internship, and networking opportunities are limited.
- Daily life outside campus requires Latvian; English suffices academically but not in shops or offices.
- Specific program names, deadlines, and scholarship details are not yet published for 2026-27 — verify before applying.
- Agriculture and life-sciences specialisations have a narrow employer base outside rural or EU agri-sector.
- Winter temperatures regularly reach −15 °C; students from Central Asia or the Caucasus face a harsh climate adjustment.
Accommodation
€200-400/mo private — Jelgava city — much cheaper housing than Riga. Dorms approx €80-150/month. Private rentals €200-400/month.
Scholarships
Latvian State Scholarship available for UA/KZ/UZ (cycle 2026/27 currently closed; check studyinlatvia.lv). RU/BY not eligible for state scholarship.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.