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Study in the Baltics: Lithuania & Latvia for International Students
When people think about studying in Europe, they reach for Germany, the Netherlands or the UK. But the Baltics — Lithuania and Latvia — quietly offer much of the same upside with far less competition: real EU degrees, many taught entirely in English, at a fraction of the cost. Here's why it's worth a serious look.
Why the Baltics, and why now
Lithuania and Latvia are full members of the EU and the Schengen area, with universities that have spent the last decade building English-taught programs to attract international students. Because they're less famous than the big-name destinations, competition for places is lower and costs are smaller — without giving up the value of a European degree.
What makes it a smart choice
- Affordable — tuition and living costs are generally well below Western Europe.
- English-taught degrees — bachelor's and master's in business, IT, engineering, medicine and more.
- An EU degree + Schengen access — recognised across Europe.
- Lower competition — easier to stand out than in oversubscribed destinations.
- Safe, student-friendly cities with growing international communities.
- Post-study routes — options to work and stay after graduating (check current rules).
Lithuania
Vilnius and Kaunas host universities offering English-taught programs across business, IT, engineering and health sciences, with comparatively low tuition and a very livable capital. As a school based in Vilnius, this is the market SpraViva knows on the ground — both the study side and daily life.
Latvia
Riga, Latvia's capital, has a strong cluster of universities with English-taught degrees and an established international-student scene — another affordable, well-connected entry point into the EU.
Your degree may be in English, but a little Lithuanian or Latvian goes a long way — for part-time work, daily life, friendships, and any long-term residence plans. It's the difference between visiting and actually belonging.
The pathway: from application to arrival
- 1.Choose a program and university that fit your goals and budget.
- 2.Check entry requirements, including English proficiency.
- 3.Prepare and submit your application and documents.
- 4.Apply for your student visa / residence permit.
- 5.Arrive, settle in, and (optionally) start local-language classes to feel at home faster.
Based in Vilnius, SpraViva supports both sides of the move: language learning (Lithuanian from A1, plus German and Spanish) and guidance toward admission and relocation across Europe — including the Baltics. One partner, from first question to settled-in student.
Is the Baltics right for you?
If you want a genuine European degree without the price tag or the brutal competition of the big-name countries, Lithuania and Latvia deserve a place on your shortlist. The earlier you plan — programs, requirements, and a bit of the local language — the smoother the move.
Explore your Baltic study pathwayFrequently asked
Can international students study in Lithuania or Latvia in English?
Yes. Many bachelor's and master's programs in both countries are taught entirely in English, across fields like business, IT, engineering and medicine.
Is studying in the Baltics cheaper than Western Europe?
Generally yes — both tuition and living costs in Lithuania and Latvia are typically well below countries like Germany, the Netherlands or the UK.
Do I need to learn Lithuanian or Latvian to study there?
Programs are often in English, so it isn't required to enrol. But learning some of the local language helps a lot with daily life, part-time work, and any long-term residence plans.
Does studying in the Baltics lead to staying in the EU?
Degrees are EU-recognised, and there are options to work and stay after graduating. Specific rules change, so always confirm the current post-study and residence requirements.
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