In accordance with bilateral cooperation agreements in education and science concluded between the Latvian government and a list of partnership countries, Latvia offers scholarships to foreign students, researchers and teaching staff for studies, research and participation in summer schools in Latvian higher education institutions (HEIs) for the 2024/2025 academic year.
The Latvian state scholarship can be applied for by citizens of countries that have either signed an agreement with Latvia or offer their own scholarships to Latvian citizens. Please check the list of eligible applicants to learn if you qualify: Latvian state scholarships | Valsts izglītības attīstības aģentūra (viaa.gov.lv)
Scholarship applications for bachelor’s and first-level professional higher education studies will be accepted from students who have successfully completed at least one academic year of studies (either at their home higher education institution or one in Latvia) at the moment of application (February, March 2024).
You can find out more about the Latvian state scholarship here: Studies | Valsts izglītības attīstības aģentūra (viaa.gov.lv).
Please note that your scholarship request will not be considered if you lodge your application without the University’s acceptance letter.