Setting
Riga is Latvia's capital and largest city, on the Baltic Sea coast.
Medicine (MD), English track · 2026/2027
University of Latvia
Latvia's comprehensive public university, established in 1919, offering a smaller English-track MD cohort.
LocationRiga, Latvia
Founded1919
ProgrammeMedicine (MD), English track
Duration6 years, 360 ECTS
University overview
Latvia's comprehensive public university, established in 1919.
University of Latvia (LU) is Latvia's largest comprehensive public university, established in 1919, offering a six-year, 360-ECTS English-track Medicine (MD) programme with a smaller, closer-knit international cohort than Rīga Stradiņš University. Admission has no entrance test and is merit-based on the Class 12 record.
- Latvia's largest comprehensive public university, established in 1919
- Only 60 English-track medicine seats offered per year — a smaller, closer-knit cohort
- No entrance test; admission is merit-based on the Class 12 academic record
- Lower-cost EU medical degree compared with RSU, per the brochure's own positioning
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
A growing but smaller international cohort than RSU's much larger intake.
Positioning
Described in the brochure as a lower-cost EU medical degree with a smaller, closer-knit cohort.
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 | Annual Fee (approx.) | 6-Year Total (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine (MD) — English track | €11,850/year | ~€71,100 |
| Total programme cost | Medicine (MD), English track, approximate 6-year total per the brochure: ~€71,100 (approximately ₹78,21,000 at the brochure's indicative €1≈₹110 rate) | |
Additional payments: application/document-recognition fee €170 (one-time); first tuition instalment approximately €5,631 payable in August, before studies begin; refundable immigration deposit €500 (with first semester payment).
No state-funded seats or scholarships are available on the English-medium programme, per the brochure.
Indicative INR outlay for LU Medicine: 1st-year tuition ₹13,03,500; application/recognition fee ₹18,700; refundable immigration deposit ₹55,000; full 6-year tuition total approximately ₹78,21,000 — at the brochure's stated €1≈₹110 (July 2026 mid-market) rate; confirm the live rate before remitting fees.
Only 60 English-track medicine seats are offered per year, per the brochure — a smaller, closer-knit cohort than RSU's much larger international intake.
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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