About the university
Daugavpils University (DU) was founded in 1921 as a teacher-training institution and still keeps a strong tradition in education. It is a state university with over 2,800 students and nearly 50 study programmes, and describes itself as the largest regional state university in Latvia.
DU has two faculties, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences and Healthcare, plus research institutes in life sciences and in humanities and social sciences. It is a member of the European University Association and the European Association for International Education.
For Indian students, DU is one of the cheapest options in the EU: English-taught bachelor's cost €3,000 a year and master's €3,300 a year for non-EU students in 2026/27, and dormitory beds start well under €100 a month. The English-taught offer is small, focused on business and economics, biology, languages and education.
The university is based in the city of Daugavpils, with its main building at Vienības street 13 and three dormitories on Sporta and Parādes streets.
- Founded
- 1921, as a teacher-training institution
- Type
- State university; it calls itself Latvia's largest regional state university
- Students
- Over 2,800
- Faculties
- 2: Humanities and Social Sciences; Natural Sciences and Healthcare
- Programmes
- Nearly 50 across all levels; a few bachelor's and master's in English
- Intake
- September only
- Fees (non-EU)
- €3,000 a year for bachelor's and €3,300 for master's (2026/27)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Smart Economics and Innovations (Professional Master)
- Fee / year
- €3,300
- Duration
- 2 years (or 1.5 years with a 4-year professional bachelor's)
- Intakes
- September (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 January to 30 April 2026, later extended)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 (reading 18, listening 18, speaking 19, writing 20), PTE Level 3 (B2) or Cambridge 160
- Undergraduate
Business and Financial Processes (Professional Bachelor)
- Fee / year
- €3,000
- Duration
- 4 years (240 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 January to 30 April 2026, later extended)
- English
- B2 English (IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 or equivalent)
- Postgraduate
Biology (Master of Science: aquaculture, biodiversity research or nature recreation)
- Fee / year
- €3,300
- Duration
- 2 years (120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 January to 30 April 2026, later extended)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 (reading 18, listening 18, speaking 19, writing 20), PTE Level 3 (B2) or Cambridge 160
- Postgraduate
Philology and Applied Linguistics (Master)
- Fee / year
- €3,300
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 January to 30 April 2026, later extended)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 (reading 18, listening 18, speaking 19, writing 20), PTE Level 3 (B2) or Cambridge 160
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €3,300
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 January to 30 April 2026, later extended)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 (reading 18, listening 18, speaking 19, writing 20), PTE Level 3 (B2) or Cambridge 160
- Undergraduate
Language and Culture Studies (Academic Bachelor: English, Latvian or Russian studies)
- Fee / year
- €3,000
- Duration
- 3 years (180 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 January to 30 April 2026, later extended)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 (reading 18, listening 18, speaking 19, writing 20), PTE Level 3 (B2) or Cambridge 160
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Economics and Innovations (Professional Master) | 2 years (or 1.5 years with a 4-year professional bachelor's) | €3,300 | ≈ ₹3.5 lakh |
| Business and Financial Processes (Professional Bachelor) | 4 years (240 ECTS) | €3,000 | ≈ ₹3.2 lakh |
| Biology (Master of Science: aquaculture, biodiversity research or nature recreation) | 2 years (120 ECTS) | €3,300 | ≈ ₹3.5 lakh |
| Philology and Applied Linguistics (Master) | 2 years | €3,300 | ≈ ₹3.5 lakh |
| Educational Sciences (Master) | 2 years | €3,300 | ≈ ₹3.5 lakh |
| Language and Culture Studies (Academic Bachelor: English, Latvian or Russian studies) | 3 years (180 ECTS) | €3,000 | ≈ ₹3.2 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
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Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheet with at least 60% in the specialised subjects.
- English at B2 level: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78 or an equivalent test.
- An online interview.
- Documents in English (or certified translations), legalised or apostilled where required. Bring the originals when you arrive.
- Non-refundable registration fee of €250 for non-EU applicants.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree with at least 60% in the specialised subjects. Smart Economics and Innovations needs a degree in economics, finance, business, management or sociology (other fields with two years of relevant work experience).
- The 1.5-year Smart Economics option needs a professional bachelor's of at least four years.
- English at B2 level and an online interview.
- Recognition of foreign diplomas by Latvia's Academic Information Centre can take one to four months, so apply early.
Documents
- Passport copy
- Class 12 or bachelor's certificate and transcripts, with notarised English copies, legalised or apostilled
- English test certificate
- Photo
- Proof of the €250 registration fee
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English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 78, with at least 18 reading, 18 listening, 19 speaking and 20 writing |
| Pearson PTE | Level 3 (B2) |
| Other tests | Cambridge English 160, ECL B2 or LanguageCert B2 |
| Waiver | Programme pages say no certificate is needed if your previous secondary or higher education was taught in English; confirm with DU |
Accommodation and living costs
DU has three dormitories in Daugavpils with room for more than 350 students, and internet in every building. You can rent a bed once you are admitted. International full-time students pay two months' rent up front, with one month held as a deposit. Prices are per bed per month and VAT is added on top.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Sporta street 8, bed in a 3-bed roomExcluding VAT | €65per month | ≈ ₹6,890 |
| Sporta street 8, bed in a 2-bed roomDepends on floor; excluding VAT | €80–150per month | ≈ ₹8,480 – ₹15,900 |
| Parādes street 11, bed in a 2- or 3-bed roomExcluding VAT | €90–110per month | ≈ ₹9,540 – ₹11,660 |
| Single room (Sporta street 6 or 8)Excluding VAT | €200per month | ≈ ₹21,200 |
Campus and location
DU is a compact city university in Daugavpils, with its main building on Vienības street and dormitories on Sporta and Parādes streets.
- Main building at Vienības street 13, Daugavpils.
- Faculty of Natural Sciences and Healthcare and Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
- Institute of Life Sciences and Technology, and Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences.
- Member of the European University Association and the European Association for International Education.
Careers and graduate outcomes
DU is known for teacher education, economics, biology and languages, and its professional degrees lead to qualifications such as Financial Analyst or Economist. It does not publish graduate employment figures. For work rights during and after study, see our Latvia guide.
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FAQs
How much are the fees at Daugavpils University?
For non-EU students in 2026/27, English-taught bachelor's cost €3,000 a year and master's €3,300 a year. The registration fee is €250.
When can I start?
Only in September. For autumn 2026, applications ran from 5 January to 30 April 2026 (later extended). Diploma recognition can take up to four months, so apply early.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 78 with minimum section scores, or another B2-level test. Programme pages say a certificate is not needed if your previous education was taught in English.
How much is a dormitory room?
Beds cost from €65 to €200 a month plus VAT, depending on the building and room type. You pay two months' rent when you sign the agreement.
Sources
- Daugavpils University: admission for international students (opens in a new tab)
- Daugavpils University: about the university (opens in a new tab)
- Daugavpils University: Business and Financial Processes (opens in a new tab)
- Daugavpils University: Smart Economics and Innovations (application portal) (opens in a new tab)
- Daugavpils University: Language and Culture Studies (application portal) (opens in a new tab)
- Daugavpils University: Biology master's (application portal) (opens in a new tab)
- Daugavpils University: dormitories (opens in a new tab)
Official website: du.lv/en (opens in a new tab)
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