About the university
RISEBA University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1992, shortly after Latvia regained independence, as a private school of business, arts and technology. It has grown into one of the best-known private universities in Riga, with programmes in business management, communication, psychology, architecture and media arts.
RISEBA describes itself as a practical, industry-facing university. Its business programmes are built around international business and management, while its architecture and audiovisual arts programmes are taught in its own creative centre in Riga. Several master's programmes run as full-time evening classes, which suits students who want to work alongside their studies.
For Indian students, RISEBA offers a manageable set of English-taught degrees at mid-range fees for Latvia: €6,000 a year for the four-year European Business Studies bachelor's and €6,200 a year for master's degrees such as International Business and Big Data Analytics. Architecture is more expensive at €8,000–€8,400 a year and needs a portfolio and entrance exams.
RISEBA is not ranked in the major global rankings, so judge it by programme content, teaching mode and cost. Because Latvia's immigration rules tightened in September 2026, and some RISEBA programmes run as evening or distance study, check with admissions that your chosen mode qualifies for a student residence permit.
- Founded
- 1992, as a private school of business
- Type
- Private university of applied sciences
- Main building
- Meža iela 3, Riga
- English-taught degrees
- Bachelor's in European business, PR and advertising, architecture, audiovisual arts; master's in international business, big data analytics, health, sports management and architecture
- Intakes
- September for most programmes; February for some (for example the Architecture master's)
- Fees
- About €4,500–€8,400 a year for English-taught degrees (2026/27)
- Application fee
- €200
Rankings
QS and THE World University Rankings 2027
Not ranked
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master's in International Business
- Fee / year
- €6,200
- Duration
- 1.5 years (90 ECTS) or 2 years (120 ECTS), evening classes
- Intakes
- September and February
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Postgraduate
Master's in Big Data Analytics
- Fee / year
- €6,200
- Duration
- 1.5 years (90 ECTS) after a 4-year bachelor's, or 2 years (120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in European Business Studies
- Fee / year
- €6,000
- Duration
- 4 years (240 ECTS), full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,500
- Duration
- 2 years (120 ECTS), Friday evenings and Saturdays
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €6,200
- Duration
- 1.5 years (90 ECTS) or 2 years (120 ECTS), evening classes
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in Public Relations and Advertising Management
- Fee / year
- €5,300
- Duration
- 4 years (240 ECTS), full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts
- Fee / year
- €5,600
- Duration
- 3 years (180 ECTS), full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €8,000
- Duration
- 3.5 years (210 ECTS), full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Proof of English required; some programmes set an English entrance test (see RISEBA's admission rules)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's in International Business | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) or 2 years (120 ECTS), evening classes | €6,200 | ≈ ₹6.6 lakh |
| Master's in Big Data Analytics | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) after a 4-year bachelor's, or 2 years (120 ECTS) | €6,200 | ≈ ₹6.6 lakh |
| Bachelor's in European Business Studies | 4 years (240 ECTS), full time | €6,000 | ≈ ₹6.4 lakh |
| Master's in Health Management | 2 years (120 ECTS), Friday evenings and Saturdays | €4,500 | ≈ ₹4.8 lakh |
| Master's in Sports Management | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) or 2 years (120 ECTS), evening classes | €6,200 | ≈ ₹6.6 lakh |
| Bachelor's in Public Relations and Advertising Management | 4 years (240 ECTS), full time | €5,300 | ≈ ₹5.6 lakh |
| Bachelor's in Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts | 3 years (180 ECTS), full time | €5,600 | ≈ ₹5.9 lakh |
| Bachelor's in Architecture | 3.5 years (210 ECTS), full time | €8,000 | ≈ ₹8.5 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.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at RISEBA University of Applied Sciences with similar universities in Latvia.
Scholarships
- All levels
RISEBA tuition fee discounts
Value: Percentage discounts set in RISEBA's annual regulations
Eligibility: Categories include excellent or good grades, student achievements, relatives studying at RISEBA and new study programmes. Ask admissions which categories are open to non-EU students before you apply.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Study periods and summer schools
Latvian state scholarship for foreign students
Value: Monthly stipend
Eligibility: Students from countries with a bilateral education agreement with Latvia; check whether India is included in the current call.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Apply online at my.riseba.lv with scans of your Class 12 certificate, passport and a photo; originals are checked when you sign the study agreement.
- If you studied abroad, you need a statement from Latvia's Academic Information Centre (AIC) on how your qualification compares with Latvian education.
- Architecture needs a 12-page A3 portfolio and entrance exams in drawing and English.
- The application fee is €200.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree. A four-year (professional) bachelor's usually leads to the 1.5-year master's; a three-year (academic) bachelor's to the 2-year version.
- A CV is required for master's applicants, along with your degree documents and the AIC statement.
- Check whether your programme has an entrance exam or interview; double-degree and exchange places are partly chosen on English skills.
Documents
- Passport copy
- Class 12 certificate (bachelor's) or bachelor's degree and transcript (master's)
- Academic Information Centre (AIC) statement on foreign qualifications
- Portrait photo
- CV (master's)
- Portfolio (Architecture)
- For the residence permit: proof of at least €780 a month for living costs, health insurance and proof of tuition payment
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Requirement | Proof of English for English-taught programmes; RISEBA's admission rules list accepted certificates |
| Entrance test | Some programmes, including Architecture, hold an English entrance exam |
Accommodation and living costs
RISEBA has no dormitory of its own but lists partner hotels and co-living options in Riga, several close to its main building. Prices below are from RISEBA's accommodation page.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Hotel Rīga (2 minutes from campus)Furnished rooms with a shared kitchen | €170–350per month | ≈ ₹18,020 – ₹37,100 |
| Apart Hotel TOMO, twin roomPer person; single rooms €230–€270 | €160per month | ≈ ₹16,960 |
| Best Hotel, twin roomPer person; single room €300 | €165per month | ≈ ₹17,490 |
| Hotel Janne, apartmentUtilities included; two months' rent as bond | €350–550per month | ≈ ₹37,100 – ₹58,300 |
| Minimum funds for the residence permitLatvian requirement | €780per month | ≈ ₹82,680 |
Campus and location
Riga is Latvia's capital and the largest city in the Baltic states. RISEBA's main building is at Meža iela 3 on the left bank of the Daugava, with good tram and bus links to the centre.
- Main building at Meža iela 3, Riga.
- A creative centre for architecture and audiovisual arts.
- Several master's programmes taught in the evenings and on Saturdays.
- Partner hotels and co-living spaces near campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
RISEBA's programmes emphasise practical projects and internships with Latvian and international companies. Bachelor's students can work up to 20 hours a week in term and 40 in holidays; full-time master's students have no fixed weekly cap. Master's graduates can apply for a nine-month permit to look for work in Latvia.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Part-time work, bachelor's students | Up to 20 hours a week in term, 40 in holidays | PMLP: residence permit for studies |
| Part-time work, full-time master's students | No fixed weekly limit | PMLP: residence permit for studies |
| Stay after graduation | Up to 9 months to look for work (master's and doctoral graduates) | PMLP: residence permit after graduation |
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FAQs
How much are RISEBA's fees?
For non-EU students in 2026/27: €6,000 a year for European Business Studies, €6,200 for most master's (International Business, Big Data Analytics, Sports Management), €5,300–€5,600 for PR and audiovisual arts, and €8,000–€8,400 for Architecture. The application fee is €200.
Which programmes are in English?
Bachelor's: European Business Studies, PR and Advertising Management, Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts, Architecture, and Business Management or Business Psychology by distance learning. Master's: International Business, Big Data Analytics, Health Management, Sports Management, Architecture and Audiovisual and Immersive Technologies Art.
Are evening master's classes allowed on a student permit?
RISEBA lists them as full-time evening studies. Confirm with RISEBA and PMLP that your programme's mode qualifies for a student residence permit; distance-learning programmes do not.
Do I need an AIC statement?
Yes. If your previous education is from outside Latvia, RISEBA asks for a statement from the Academic Information Centre on how it compares with Latvian education.
Can I start in February?
Some programmes start on 1 February, including the International Business and Architecture master's. Most bachelor's programmes start on 1 September.
Sources
- RISEBA: study at RISEBA (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: how to apply (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: bachelor's programmes (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: master's programmes (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: European Business Studies (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: International Business (master's) (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: tuition fee discounts (opens in a new tab)
- RISEBA: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- PMLP (Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs): residence permit for studies (opens in a new tab)
- PMLP: residence permit after graduation (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.riseba.lv/en (opens in a new tab)
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