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International students can apply at Riga Technical University in the spring and autumn semesters. Students can check the Riga Technical University deadlines below:

  • Autumn: Closed (June)
  • Spring: Nov 1, 2024

Riga Technical University Courses & Fees 2024

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(7 courses)
INR 2 L - 4 L
Duration1 year-30 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(5 courses)
INR 3 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 & Above, TOEFL: 75 & Above, PTE: 46 & Above
MBA/PGDM(4 courses)
INR 2 L - 3 L
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 75 - 79, PTE: 56 & Above
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Q:   Is it easy to get admission in Riga Technical University?

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Riga Technical University acceptance rate is around 44%, which means admissions are moderately competitive for international students. To get admission at RTU, applicants must meet the admission requirements and submit the admission application before the Riga Technical University deadline.

Q:   What are Riga Technical University Requirements for International Students?

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The Riga Technical University requirements changes as per the programme type. For undergraduate admission, applicants must complete high school and for graduate admission, applicants must complete a bachelor’s degree. We have mentioned below the RTU University admission requirements for undergraduate and graduate admission:

RTU requirements for undergraduate admission:

·      Complete high-school education with 60% or higher in a relevant discipline

·      Must meet the English language requirements if first-language is not English

·      Submit additional test score of ACT/SAT

RTU requirements for graduate admission:

·      60% or higher of maximum possible results in your previous education

·      Complete a bachelor’s degree for master’s studies

·      Must meet the English language requirements if first-language is not English

·      Submit additional test score of GMAT/GRE

·      Provide at least 2 references (change as per the program)

Q:   What is the acceptance rate at Riga Technical University?

A: 

The Riga Technical University acceptance rate is around 44%, this means out of 100 applications only 44 accepted. The university admissions are moderatly competitive because of moderatly high acceptance rate. Currently, the university has around 18,500 students including 5,298 international students from all over the world. International students must have a good academic profile and meet the Riga Technical University admission requirements to get admission. 

Q:   How can I get admission in Riga Technical University?

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International students who wish to study at Riga Technical University must meet the admission requirements to get admission. The Riga Technical University requirements varies as per the programme type. We have mentioned below the admission requirements for UG admission at RTU:

·      Complete high-school education with 60% or higher in a relevant discipline

·      Must meet the English language requirements if first-language is not English

·      Submit additional test score of ACT/SAT

Q:   Why Indian students choose to study at Riga technical University?

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Indian students choose to study at Riga Technical University (RTU) for several reasons. RTU rankings put Riga among one of the top public universities in Riga, Latvia, and is ranked #751-760 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. The university offers high-quality education with long-lasting traditions, advanced teaching methods, and innovative approaches. RTU also provides a multicultural environment and a range of study programs, including Business, Economics, Engineering, Media, Arts, and more. Furthermore, Latvia offers inexpensive livelihood, and Latvian degrees are widely recognised and accepted in India. 

Riga Technical University Fee Breakdown

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Q:   How much does it cost to do MBA in Riga Technical University?

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Riga Technical University is among the affordable MBA Universities abroad for international students. The Riga Technical University MBA fee is around INR 3.4 L for first-year. The table below includes the complete first-year cost of studying MBA:

Fees components

Amount (for 1 year)

Tuition & fees

INR 3,41,848

Hostel & Meals

INR 76,466

Transportation

INR 4,498

Entrance card

INR 630

Application Fee

INR 13,494

Total approximate fees

INR 95,088

Q:   How expensive is it to live at Riga technical University?

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The cost of living at Riga Technical University varies depending on your lifestyle and housing choices. Here is a breakdown of the estimated living expenses:
Accommodation: The cost of living in RTU dormitories starts from EUR 250 per month for a single room in a shared apartment building
Food: The average monthly cost for food is around EUR 150 to EUR 250, which is approximately EUR 4 to EUR 7 per meal
Transportation: Public transportation in Riga costs around EUR 16 per month for a monthly pass
Utilities: The monthly average for utilities is EUR 160, which includes electricity, water, and heating

Q:   What is the rank of Riga technical University in the world?

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Riga Technical University (RTU) is a well-regarded institution in Latvia and the Baltic region. Here are some key RTU rankings by major ranking bodies:
Ranked #751-760 in QS World University Rankings 2024
Ranked #701-750 in QS World University Rankings 2021
Ranked #284 in The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2021
Ranked #1992 in CWUR 2021-2022 Ranking

Q:   How much is the application fee for Riga Technical University?

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The Riga Technical University application fee is EUR 150 or INR 13,497.61 to submit undergraduate and graduate admission application. RTU application fee is non-refundable and applicants must pay to submit their admission application.

(EUR 1 = INR 89.98)

Q:   How much does Riga University cost?

A: 

Riga Technical University is one of the affordable universities in Riga. The tuition cost for UG programs ranges between INR 75K and INR 3L and between INR 75K and INR 3.9L for PG. Along with the tuition fees, international students must submit insurance, hostel costs, and miscellaneous expenses. The insurance cost is between INR 75K and INR 78K, the hostel cost is INR 4K (for MBA only) and the miscellaneous cost is around INR 600.

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FAQs

Q:   Which university is better, the University of Latvia or Riga Technical University?

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The University of Latvia and Riga Technical University both are reputed universities and judging which one is better must depend upon the student’s priority. The better universities have good rankings, high competition, low acceptance rates, and much more. If a student is looking for an affordable option, the Riga Technical University is better than the University of Latvia. On the other hand, the University of Latvia has a low acceptance rate but more opportunities. Students can take admission as per their preference and budget.

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Tuition Fees for First-Year

Acceptance Rate

University of Latvia

INR 2 L to INR 13 L

40%

Riga Technical University

INR 2 L to INR 4 L

44%

Q:   How is Riga Technical University in Latvia for a masters?

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Riga Technical University is one of the renowned universities for master's programs. The university provides one-year to 30-month master programs in specializations, such as Telecommunications, Computer Systems, Civil Construction, Real Estate Management, Industrial Engineering & Management, Business Informatics, and more. The tuition fees range between INR 2L and INR 4L. The students must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university as the basic eligibility and submit the required documents at the time of admission.

Q:   How is Riga Technical University (Latvia) for bachelors in Mechanical Engineering?

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Riga Technical University provides a three-year combined bachelor's course in Engineering Technology, Mechanics, and Mechanical Engineering. The course aims to provide students with skill sets, theoretical knowledge, and abilities in Engineering, Mechanics, and Mechanical Engineering. The Engineering Technology, Mechanics, and Mechanical Engineering course is one of the best courses that help students work in companies based on the design and production of new or customer-based products, mechanical equipment, and components.

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Answered a month ago

International students who wish to study at Riga Technical University must meet the admission requirements to get admission. The Riga Technical University requirements varies as per the programme type. We have mentioned below the admission requirements for UG admission at RTU:

·      Complete high-sc

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Riga Technical University is known to offer employment to international students and alumni in some of the top organizations or industries. Some of the popular sectors where students do part time work are given in the pie chart below:

Others Denote Sales, Arts and Design, Education, Finance, etc. 

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Tasneem Hoda

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Answered 10 months ago

Riga Technical University (Latvia) offers low cost programs for international students. The cost of studying at the university for the first-year is varies from INR 2 L to INR 4 L. The Riga Technical University ranking is also among the top universties in the world. Therefore, its a better choice to

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Chandra Shekhar

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Answered 10 months ago

International students are eligible for Latvian state scholarships. For Riga Technical University scholarships, applicants must meet the scholarship requirements and submit their application before the deadline. Check below the amount of the Latvian state scholarship for studies:

·      EUR 500 or IN

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Chandra Shekhar

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Answered 10 months ago

The University of Latvia and Riga Technical University are among the popular universities to study in Latvia for international students. We have compared them below in terms of their first-year tuition fees:

UniversitiesTuition Fees for First- Year
University of LatviaINR 2 L to INR 13 L
Riga Technical UniversityINR 2 L to INR 4 L

As per the above table, Riga Technical University is better than the University of Latvia in

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University CityRiga, Other - Latvia, Latvia
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Population of City6,33,000

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