About the university
Turība University is a private university in Riga, founded in 1993. It calls itself the largest business university in the Baltic states, with about 4,000 students from more than 40 countries. It has four faculties: Business Administration, Law, International Tourism, and IT.
Turība's programmes are practical and career-focused, with strong ties to Latvian employers; the university says it is among the top three universities recommended by employers in Latvia. English-taught bachelor's degrees cover business administration, logistics, computer systems, tourism and hospitality, and international communication, and there are English-taught master's degrees in business, HR, communication, tourism and IT.
Its own campus on Graudu Street, in the south of Riga, has a student hostel on site and its own railway stop, about 7–9 minutes by train from central Riga. Hostel beds are among the cheapest student housing in the city.
For Indian students, Turība is one of the most affordable options in Latvia: €3,990 a year for any English-taught bachelor's or master's. Non-EU students must pay the full first-year fee and a €500 refundable deposit before the university issues an invitation, and Indian applicants also go through Hello Verify document verification. Turība is not ranked globally.
- Founded
- 1993
- Type
- Private university; describes itself as the largest business university in the Baltics
- Students
- About 4,000, from more than 40 countries
- Faculties
- Business Administration, Law, International Tourism, and IT
- English-taught programmes
- 16, from college to doctoral level
- Fees
- €3,990 a year for English-taught bachelor's and master's (non-EU)
- Intakes
- Autumn (apply 1 February–1 August) and winter (apply 2 August–1 December)
Rankings
QS and THE World University Rankings 2027
Not ranked
University statement 2026
Among the top 3 universities recommended by employers in Latvia (as reported by Turība)
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in Business Administration
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- 4 years (240 ECTS)
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in Computer Systems
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- Check the programme page
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- Check the programme page
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in Business Logistics Management
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- Check the programme page
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Postgraduate
Master's in Information Technology (Lead Programming Engineer or Systems Analyst)
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- 1.5–2 years (Lead Programming Engineer) or 3 years (Systems Analyst)
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Postgraduate
Master's in Business Administration
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- Check the programme page
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor's in International Communication Management
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- Check the programme page
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
- Postgraduate
Master's in Business Psychology and Human Resource Management
- Fee / year
- €3,990
- Duration
- Check the programme page
- Intakes
- Late September and February
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2 (otherwise Turība's own English test)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's in Business Administration | 4 years (240 ECTS) | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Bachelor's in Computer Systems | Check the programme page | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Bachelor's in Tourism and Hospitality Management | Check the programme page | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Bachelor's in Business Logistics Management | Check the programme page | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Master's in Information Technology (Lead Programming Engineer or Systems Analyst) | 1.5–2 years (Lead Programming Engineer) or 3 years (Systems Analyst) | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Master's in Business Administration | Check the programme page | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Bachelor's in International Communication Management | Check the programme page | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh |
| Master's in Business Psychology and Human Resource Management | Check the programme page | €3,990 | ≈ ₹4.2 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.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Turība University with similar universities in Latvia.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's and master's
Turība scholarships
Value: Set by the university each year
Eligibility: See Turība's scholarships page and ask the International Office which awards are open to non-EU students.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled students
Erasmus+ mobility grants
Value: Monthly grant for a semester or traineeship elsewhere in Europe
Eligibility: Turība degree students through the university's Erasmus+ partnerships.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 certificate with at least 60% and a transcript, with an official English translation. Indian applicants must also complete Hello Verify verification.
- Entrance tests: a maths test for Computer Systems or a social science test for other bachelor's programmes.
- English: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 51 or LanguageCert B2; otherwise Turība's online English test (also required if your schooling was in English but you have no certificate).
- Pay the non-refundable €250 application fee, then a video interview on Webex. Document verification takes up to four weeks; then send notarised copies by courier.
- Deadlines: 1 August for the autumn intake (late September start) and 1 December for the February intake.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree with at least 60% and transcripts. Some programmes set subject requirements: for example the IT master's needs an IT-related bachelor's, or a science or engineering degree for the Systems Analyst track.
- English at B2 level, shown by a certificate or Turība's test.
- Same application fee, interview and verification steps as for bachelor's.
- Non-EU students pay the first year's tuition in full and a €500 refundable deposit before receiving the invitation for the residence permit.
Documents
- Class 12 certificate and transcript (bachelor's), or bachelor's degree and transcript (master's), with official English translations
- Hello Verify verification (Indian applicants)
- English certificate, if you have one
- CV
- Passport copy and one photo
- Notarised copies of education documents, sent by courier after verification
- For the residence permit: proof of at least €780 a month for living costs and proof of paid tuition
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 |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 |
| TOEFL iBT | 72 |
| PTE Academic | 51 |
| Other | TOEIC 605, LanguageCert ESOL B2, or Duolingo 100 plus Turība's internal test |
| No certificate? | Take Turība's online English test (150 minutes); an English Foundation Program is also offered |
Accommodation and living costs
Turība's student hostel is on campus at 68 Graudu Street. Prices include heating, water, electricity, Wi-Fi and bed linen; bring your own pots and dishes. Shops, a health centre and a railway stop are a few minutes' walk away. Prices below are for Turība students from 1 September 2025.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Standard room, 4 bedsPer bed; shared kitchen, shower and toilet | €95per month | ≈ ₹10,070 |
| Standard room, 2 bedsPer bed | €165per month | ≈ ₹17,490 |
| Standard single roomShared kitchen and bathroom | €300per month | ≈ ₹31,800 |
| Comfort room, 2 bedsPer bed; private shower and toilet | €195per month | ≈ ₹20,670 |
| Comfort single roomPrivate shower and toilet | €350per month | ≈ ₹37,100 |
| Security deposit for non-EU studentsReturned after graduation | €500one-off | ≈ ₹53,000 |
Campus and location
Riga is Latvia's capital and the largest city in the Baltic states. Turība's campus is a self-contained site in the south of the city with teaching buildings, a hostel and its own railway station.
- Campus at Graudu Street, Riga, with the student hostel on site.
- Turība University railway stop 1–2 minutes' walk away: about 7–9 minutes by train to central Riga.
- Supermarkets and a health centre within a 5-minute walk.
- Old Town about 25 minutes by public transport.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Turība's business, logistics, tourism and IT programmes include internships with Latvian companies, and the university reports strong employer recognition in Latvia. 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.
| 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 |
Studying in Latvia
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FAQs
How much does Turība cost?
€3,990 a year for English-taught bachelor's and master's degrees for non-EU students, plus a €250 application fee and a €500 refundable deposit. You must pay the first year in full before the university sends your invitation.
What is Hello Verify?
Turība asks applicants from India and Sri Lanka to verify their education documents through the Hello Verify service as part of the application.
Is there an entrance exam?
Yes. Bachelor's applicants take a maths test (Computer Systems) or a social science test (other programmes), and all applicants have a video interview. Applicants without an accepted English certificate also take Turība's English test.
When are the deadlines?
1 August for the autumn intake (classes start in late September) and 1 December for the February intake.
How cheap is the hostel?
From €95 a month for a bed in a four-bed room up to €350 for a single comfort room with its own bathroom, with bills and Wi-Fi included (Turība student prices from September 2025).
Sources
- Turība University: tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: admission (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: bachelor's studies (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: master's studies (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: Business Administration (bachelor's) (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: Information Technology (master's) (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: student hostel (opens in a new tab)
- Turība University: about us (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)
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