Great news! The Latvian Government Scholarship 2025-2026 is now open for applications. If you are looking for a fully-funded or partially-funded opportunity to study in Europe, this is your chance!

Why Study in Latvia?

Latvia is home to globally recognized universities with high academic standards and innovative research opportunities. Institutions like the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, and Riga Stradiņš University offer quality education at affordable costs. Latvia is part of the EU and Schengen area, providing a vibrant international environment for students.

Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship Name: Latvian Government Scholarship
• Offered by: State Education Development Agency (VIAA)
• Universities: Various Latvian higher education institutions
• Study Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, Summer Schools
• Language: English & Latvian
• Duration: Varies (1-4 years)
• Deadline: 1 April 2025
• Location: Latvia
• Funding: fully or partially funded

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Latvian State Scholarship, you must meet the following:

• Be a citizen of an eligible country. (Check the official website for the full list of 39 countries)
• Have an excellent academic record
• Meet English or Latvian language proficiency requirements
• Bachelor’s applicants must have completed at least one academic year before applying
• Master’s and PhD applicants can apply regardless of their previous higher education institution (HEI) background
• Be applying for full-time studies at a Latvian university
• Must not hold any other Latvian government scholarship

Benefits of the Scholarship

• Tuition Fee Coverage: Full or partial, along with a monthly stipend of:
  • Bachelor’s students: €500/month (for 10 months)
  • Master’s students: €600/month (for 10 months)
  • PhD students: €670/month (for 11 months)
• Accommodation Allowance: Varies by university
• Access to Research Grants: Available for PhD candidates

How to Apply?

Follow these steps to increase your chances of selection for Latvian State Scholarship:

Prepare the Required Documents:

• Online application form
• Academic transcripts & diploma
• English proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
• Motivation letter (1-2 pages)
• CV/Resume
• Recommendation letter(s)
• Research proposal (PhD applicants only)
• Passport copy

Submit your application on the VIAA Online Portal before the deadline. Wait for evaluation and results. Candidates are selected based on academic merit, motivation, and field of study relevance.

Eligible Study Fields & Universities

• University of Latvia – Business, IT, Social Sciences
• Riga Technical University – Engineering, Architecture, Science
• Riga Stradiņš University – Medicine, Health Sciences
• Latvia University of Life Sciences & Technologies – Agriculture, Environmental Science
• Art Academy of Latvia – Fine Arts, Design

Please visit their official website for a full list of universities with offered courses.

Things to Remember

• Partial Coverage: The Latvian State Scholarship may not cover all expenses. Be prepared to finance additional costs such as tuition fees, living expenses, and personal expenditures.
• Travel Expenses: The scholarship does not include travel costs to and from Latvia. Ensure you have funds allocated for your travel arrangements.
• Insurance Requirement: You are responsible for arranging your own health insurance coverage during your stay in Latvia.
• Concurrent Scholarships: Holding multiple scholarships simultaneously is not permitted. If you have another grant, you may need to choose between them.
• Minimum Stay Duration: To receive the scholarship for a given month, you must be present in Latvia for at least 15 calendar days.

The Latvian Government Scholarship 2025 is a golden opportunity for you to study in a top European destination. Start preparing your application today! Visit the official website for full details & step-by-step application guide!