Setting
Riga is Latvia's capital and largest city, on the Baltic Sea coast.
Medicine (MD) · 2026/2027
Rīga Stradiņš University
Latvia's leading medical university, established in 1950, the largest medical school in the Baltics.
LocationRiga, Latvia
Founded1950
ProgrammeMedicine (MD)
Duration6 years
University overview
Latvia's leading medical university and the largest medical school in the Baltics.
Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) is a public university in Riga, established in 1950, and is the largest medical school in the Baltics. It offers a six-year Medicine (MD) programme and a five-year Dentistry programme, both taught fully in English, with no entrance test for most applicants — admission is merit-based on the Class 12 record.
- Latvia's leading medical university and the largest medical school in the Baltics
- Approximately 3,146 international students (Fall 2025) — about one-third of all foreign students in Latvia
- No entrance test for most applicants; admission is merit-based on the Class 12 academic record
- Six-year Medicine (MD) and five-year Dentistry programmes, both taught fully in English
Life in Riga
Studying in Riga.
Latvia offers English-medium medical and dental pathways in Riga within the European Bologna and ECTS framework. Students should compare programme structure, clinical training, entry criteria, total cost and the professional route they intend to follow after graduation.
Student community
The largest Indian student community of Latvia's two medical universities.
Positioning
Described in the brochure as the most internationally recognised Latvian medical school.
Climate
A temperate climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters, typical of the Baltic region.
Community
An Indian and South Asian student community in Riga, larger at RSU than at the University of Latvia.
Cost of living
Generally moderate food, transport and accommodation costs for an EU capital city.
Connectivity
Latvia's Schengen Area membership enables travel across Europe during study breaks, with regular flight connections to India via major European hubs.
Accreditations and listings
Organisations named in the university's materials.
A listing or accreditation reference must be checked directly for the exact programme and current intake.
EU member state and World Health Organization (WHO) directory of medical schools — as stated in the brochure
EU-recognised MD degree — as stated in the brochure
Admission requirements
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Entry requirements
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
- No university entrance exam at either RSU or the University of Latvia — admission is merit-based on the Class 12 academic record, per the brochure
- Minimum age and marks under prevailing National Medical Commission (India) rules
- University-specific application, document and health requirements
Supporting documents
- Original 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Passport valid for the full programme duration
- NEET scorecard and admission-related certificates
- Passport-size photographs as specified by the university
Important for Indian applicants
Indian applicants must meet the prevailing National Medical Commission (India) eligibility requirements before admission.
Rankings vary by aggregator and change frequently — always verify the current QS/THE position before quoting it to a prospective student, per the brochure's own caution.
Confirm the current fee schedule and intake dates directly with the university before making any payment.
This page summarises figures from the Yodhapath brochure: RSU's fee table is presented as the official 2026/2027 rate (rsu.lv), while University of Latvia's figures are presented as approximate/indicative for 2026/27 — all figures require current written confirmation.
Fee structure 2026-2027
The fees, exactly as listed.
All amounts are shown exactly as presented in the university's fee sheet and require current written confirmation.
| Programme | Yr 1 | Yr 2 | Yr 3 | Yr 4 | Yr 5/6 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine (MD) | €13,500 | €13,500 | €13,500 | €13,500 | €13,500 each | €81,000 |
| Dentistry | €15,500 | €15,500 | €15,500 | €15,500 | €15,500 (Yr 5 only) | €77,500 |
| Total programme cost | Medicine (MD) 6-year total, official 2026/2027 rate per rsu.lv: €81,000 (approximately ₹89,10,000 at the brochure's indicative €1≈₹110 rate) | |||||
One-time payments before enrolment (Medicine/Dentistry): application fee €100 (non-refundable, single payment); registration administration fee €1,800 (non-refundable, one-time, only for Medicine/Dentistry entrants).
Tuition is invoiced and paid semester-wise, not as one annual lump sum.
Indicative INR outlay for RSU Medicine: 1st-year tuition ₹14,85,000; registration admin fee ₹1,98,000; application fee ₹11,000; full 6-year tuition total ₹89,10,000 — at the brochure's stated €1≈₹110 (July 2026 mid-market) rate; confirm the live rate before remitting fees.
Consultancy and service charges payable in India: approximately ₹1,50,000 plus the air ticket — covering admission and registration support, visa/residence-permit documentation, health-insurance arrangement, airport pickup, accommodation allotment and guidance across the full programme duration.
Student services
Support from application to graduation.
Yodhapath supports a structured transition, clearer cost planning and practical help so students can focus on study and career growth.
Administrative and documentation
Application processing, verification, offer letter, translations, notarisation, apostille, legalisation, education-ministry and immigration support, invitations, visa assistance and document review.
Pre-arrival and travel
Flight-booking guidance, airport pickup and transport to the university or hostel.
Financial and payment
Assistance with timely and secure tuition-fee payments.
Accommodation and living
University hostel booking and assistance for students choosing private accommodation.
Enrolment
University registration, local ID and police registration, mentorship and counselling.
Post-graduation
Degree attestation, embassy verification, residency and licensing-exam guidance, and alumni networking.
Fee payment terms and conditions
- Tuition and hostel fees are payable in advance according to the university schedule.
- Each semester's or year's charges must be cleared before it begins; late payment may prevent progression and may attract penalties.
- First-year hostel fees must be paid before travel, and education-loan formalities should be completed before travel confirmation.
- Refunds are governed by university policy and may be calculated according to services already used.
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