Our database has 6 English-taught programmes in Latvia: 4 health and veterinary, and 2 other bachelors. Fields are medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, economics and business, and languages. Published tuition runs from EUR 2,600 per year (University of Latvia languages and business, 2026/27) to EUR 15,500 per year (RSU dentistry, 2026/27). Coverage is thin, so this guide is short.
How an Irish student gets in
RSU. Leaving Certificate with at least 6 subjects, 2 at Higher Level, and a minimum grade of 4 on the 8-1 scale. Medicine asks for 70%+ in English, Chemistry or Biology, and Mathematics; dentistry for 70%+ in English and 80%+ in Chemistry and Biology. No entrance exam or interview for EU applicants. Documents must be notarised; no apostille. Checked once against official sources.
University of Latvia. Medicine needs at least 6 out of 10 in Biology, Chemistry and English; no Irish conversion is published. English-medium education in Ireland needs no separate English proof. The languages and business bachelor asks for passing grades and an online interview.
LBTU (veterinary, partly verified). No Leaving Cert rule beyond Satisfactory in Biology or Chemistry. Online Biology and Chemistry test; EU citizens may be exempted.
SSE Riga. At least 6 out of 10 in Mathematics and English, no Irish conversion published. Online admissions test, then an online interview for top performers.
What it costs and when to apply
- RSU: dentistry 15,500 EUR per year, medicine 13,500 EUR (both 2026/27), plus 1,800 EUR registration fee and 100 EUR application fee.
- University of Latvia medicine: 11,850 EUR in year 1, rising to 14,610 EUR in year 6 (2026/27 intake). Languages and business: EUR 2,600 per year (2026/27).
- LBTU veterinary: EUR 9,600 per year (no year stated). SSE Riga: EUR 5,950 per year from 2027/28.
- University accommodation per month: RSU hostel 310 to 525 EUR; University of Latvia student hotels 142 to 291 EUR (from 1 July 2026); SSE Riga 240 to 360 EUR (2026/27); LBTU 150 EUR per bed.
Deadlines: RSU September 2027 intake, 1 March to 1 July (carried over; 2027 dates not published); RSU February 2027 intake, 1 September to 1 December 2026; SSE Riga 2027/28, 6 April 2027. University of Latvia and LBTU: 2027 dates not yet published.
Health courses
| University | Programme | Language | Fee | Deadline | Entrance exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSU | Dentistry (5 yrs) | English | 15,500 EUR/yr (2026/27) | 1 Mar-1 Jul (Sept intake) | None |
| RSU | Medicine (6 yrs) | English | 13,500 EUR/yr (2026/27) | 1 Mar-1 Jul (Sept intake) | None |
| University of Latvia | Medicine (6 yrs) | English | 11,850 EUR yr 1 (2026/27) | Not published | None; grade weighting |
| LBTU (partly verified) | Veterinary Medicine (6 yrs) | English | EUR 9,600/yr | 2027 not published | Online Biology and Chemistry test |
Other courses
| University | Programme | Language | Fee | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSE Riga | BSc Economics and Business | English | EUR 5,950/yr (2027/28) | 6 Apr 2027 |
| University of Latvia (partly verified) | English, European Languages and Business Studies | English | EUR 2,600/yr (2026/27) | 2027/28 not published |
Things that catch Irish students out
- RSU's English proficiency page lists different PTE and Cambridge minimums from its admissions procedure.
- RSU's 2027 dates are not separately published.
FAQ
Is there an entrance exam for medicine? RSU and the University of Latvia list none. RSU selects on grades, letters and English proof; the University of Latvia weights English 20%, Chemistry 40% and Biology 40%.
What does RSU ask of Leaving Cert students? At least 6 subjects, 2 at Higher Level, minimum grade 4 on the 8-1 scale, plus 70% to 80% in key subjects for medicine or dentistry.
How much is medicine? RSU charges 13,500 EUR per year (2026/27). The University of Latvia charges 11,850 EUR in year 1, rising to 14,610 EUR in year 6.
Do I need an apostille? RSU says EU/EEA applicants need none, but documents must be notarised. The University of Latvia limits apostille to non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
Do I need an English test? The University of Latvia exempts applicants educated in English in Ireland. RSU accepts a very good school English grade or a B2 test.
Sources
RSU: https://www.rsu.lv/sites/default/files/imce/SSD/admissions_procedure_2026_2027_eng.pdf ; https://www.rsu.lv/en/study-here/admissions/general-requirements-studies-english ; https://www.rsu.lv/en/study-here/admissions/when-apply ; https://www.rsu.lv/en/requirements-english-proficiency ; https://www.rsu.lv/en/node/4941 ; https://www.rsu.lv/en/node/3720
University of Latvia: https://apply.lu.lv/courses/course/5 ; https://lu.lv/en/studies/study-programmes-1/bachelors-study-programmes/medicine-en ; https://www.lu.lv/en/studies/study-programmes-1/bachelors-study-programmes/english-european-languages-and-business-studies/ ; https://www.lu.lv/en/studies/student-life/accommodation/
LBTU: https://www.lbtu.lv/en/veterinary_medicine ; https://apply.lbtu.lv/courses/course/15 ; https://lbtu.lv/en/accommodation
SSE Riga: https://www.sseriga.edu/education/bachelor/tuition-fee ; https://www.sseriga.edu/education/bachelor/admission ; https://www.sseriga.edu/education/bachelor/campus
Our database does not cover other Latvian universities or fields.
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