In accordance with bilateral agreements on co-operation in education and science concluded between Latvian government and a few countries Latvia offers scholarships to foreign students, researchers and teaching staff for studies and participation in summer schools in Latvian higher education institutions (HEIs) in the 2026/2027 academic year. The Ministry of Education and Science of Latvia has delegated the administration of the Latvian state scholarships to the State Education Development Agency (Valsts izglītības attīstības aģentūra – VIAA).
| Scholarship Type | Coverage | Benefits | Duration | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Studies | Partial Funded | €500/month stipend | Up to 10 months | Must have completed at least 1 year of higher education | 1 Feb – 1 April |
| Master’s Studies | Partial Funded | €600/month stipend | Up to 10 months | Bachelor’s degree required | 1 Feb – 1 April |
| PhD Studies | Partial Funded | €700/month stipend | Up to 11 months | Master’s degree required | 1 Feb – 1 April |
| Research Scholarship | Funded | €300/month (accommodation) + €30/day allowance | 14 days – 5 months | Researchers & academic staff | 1 Feb – 1 April |
| Summer Schools | Funded | Covers participation costs (paid to organizers) | Short-term | Students, researchers, teaching staff | 1 Feb – 1 April |
