Tuition (non-EU)
€3500
IELTS minimum
5.5
Institution
University university
City
, Latvia
Fields
stem, it, business, engineering
Why this works
- Latvia is an EU member — a degree from RTU gives access to European job markets and Schengen travel.
- Entry-level tuition starts at €2,990/year for Computer Systems, well below Western European peers.
- IELTS 5.5 minimum at master's level is one of the lowest English bars among EU public universities.
- RTU is Latvia's largest technical public university, founded 1862, with EU/ENIC-recognised degrees.
- Over 35 English-taught programmes span engineering, IT, and business — two intakes per year (September and February).
- University hostel costs roughly €70–75/month, making total living costs among the lowest in the EU.
What to check
- Russian and Belarusian citizens face Latvia admission restrictions since 2022/23 — status for 2026-27 must be confirmed before applying.
- IELTS requirement varies by programme: some bachelor programmes require 6.0, not 5.5 — verify per specific course.
- Riga is a mid-size Baltic capital with a limited local tech job market compared to Western European cities.
- Scholarships and discounts for international students have not been researched — financial aid options are unknown.
- Spring (February) intake is not available for all programmes — confirm the open list with RTU before planning a February start.
Accommodation
€400-600/mo private — On-campus dorms, €211-477/month incl. utilities. Fridge €8/mo, Wi-Fi included.
Scholarships
- • Merit-based scholarships
- • Erasmus+ scholarships
State scholarship for UA/KZ/UZ. Merit-based for all.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.