Latvia


Latvia is a country of rich history and cultural traditions and a relatively new national state. Higher education and academic mobility is a national tradition in Latvia. The tradition is even stronger today with the existence of 60 state and private colleges and universities. The number of students attending higher education studies has also steadily increased.

Latvia hit solid during the latest global financial crisis. It has recovered quickly and is currently one of the fastest growing economies in the EU. Latvia is a member of the United Nations, European Union and several other international organizations like NATO etc. The country is extremely environment conscious and was ranked second in the world by the 2012 Environmental Performance Index. The United Nations lists Latvia as a country with a "Very High" Human Development Index (HDI).

Culture

The culture in Latvia has a strong influence by Latvian folklore and by the people of the country and how attached they are to their homeland. Many Christian rituals are intertwined with ancient customs. Pagan symbols, which are geometric, are still seen throughout the applied arts of Latvia.

Why Study in Latvia?

Latvian education offers a broad-based curriculum and global perspective to equip students with the relevant qualification and skill that will serve as a springboard to a brighter future. Studying in Latvia provides an opportunity for cross-cultural exposure and personal development. Latvia remains a wonderful country for studies abroad in Europe due to:

Bachelor / Master/ Doctorate level Programs taught in English
Prestigious Globally Recognized Degrees
Government approved Universities
Exchange semester or internship abroad
Attractive Tuition Fee
On-campus accommodation provided
Moderate living costs (400 $/month)
Numerous opportunities for leisure activities and sports

LATVIA FACT-SHEET

Location

Located in the continent of Europe, Latvia covers 62,249 square kilometers of land and 2,340 square kilometers of water, making it the 125th largest nation in the world with a total area of 64,589 square kilometers.



TIME ZONE

UTC+2

POPULATION

1.9 Million

GDP

3,026.45 crores USD

CURRENCY

Euro(EUR)