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About RTU
Riga Technical University (RTU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Riga, Latvia. RTU is a part of European University Association (EUA), Baltic Sea Region University Network (BSRUN), Baltic University Programme (BUP), European Association for International Education (EAIE), European Union Universities of Small States Association (EUS), European Universities Public Relations and Information Officers Association (EUPRIO).
According to QS International University Ranking, the institution is among the top-720 in the world. The university is in top-1000 of the independent international ranking THE.
At RTU, you can get a bachelor and master degree in different fields of study.
Location
Riga, Latvia
Establishment year
1862
Students
10,515
International students
2,537
Female students
35%
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The academic calendar at RTU is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Latvia. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For local citizens, tuition fees at RTU start from 1,808 USD. International students pay a minimum of 2,825 USD per year. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 5.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 61.
IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
61
TOEFL PBT
530
Master's degree at RTU
It is impossible to enter RTU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 61. IELTS — 5.5 or higher.
IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
61
TOEFL PBT
530
RTU campus
The campus of RTU is urban. This means that students study closely to the sights and the entire recreational infrastructure of the city. This type of campus gives students more options for internships and part-time jobs. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. RTU regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
With a job seeker visa, you can stay in the country for six months after graduation. You need to apply for such a visa in advance. Graduates of RTU find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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