About Daugavpils University
Daugavpils University is a public university of applied sciences based in Daugavpils. Its academic profile centres on natural sciences, education, humanities, social sciences and regional research.
University highlights
- A major higher-education institution in eastern Latvia with a broad regional mission and distinctive biodiversity and teacher-education strengths.
What makes this institution stand out
- Consider Daugavpils University for focused access to natural sciences, education, humanities, social sciences and regional research.
- Its Daugavpils setting and university of applied sciences profile may suit students seeking a clear professional or academic pathway; confirm the current programme language, admission route and international availability before applying.
Why Study at Daugavpils University?
Rankings & Accreditations
QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025: 521–530.
| Type | Accreditation / recognition | Reference | Validity | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | https://eplatforma.aika.lv/index.php?r=siteheiview&id=14 | — | — | — |
AIKA lists Daugavpils University in Latvia's current Accredited higher-education-institution/college register. AIKA records the institution as established on 01.09.1921. The registry records an accreditation date of 29.01.2004. Recognition of the institution does not automatically confirm every study programme; verify the intended programme and study field in AIKA.
Programs Offered
Level:
| Program | Degree | Duration | Tuition | Intake | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | Doctorate | 3 years | EUR 3,900 | ● Closed | |
| Biology (aquaculture, biodiversity research or nature recreation) | Master | 2 years | — | ● Closed | |
| Economics | Doctorate | 3 years | — | ● Closed | |
| Educational Sciences | Doctorate | 3 years | — | ● Closed | |
| Mathematics | Doctorate | 3 academic years | EUR 3,900 | ● Closed | |
| Psychology | Doctorate | 3 years | EUR 3,900 | ● Closed | |
| Solid State Physics | Doctorate | Duration 3 years | EUR 3,900 | ● Closed |
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Tuition Fees & Scholarships
Annual Tuition Fees
Doctorate
€3,900
Available Scholarships
No scholarships are currently offered at this university.
Admission Requirements
Ph.D
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Masters Certificate
- Masters Marks Sheet
- Passport
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree
- Passport
Bachelors Degree
- Class 12th/+2/HSC Marks Sheet
- Passport
Campus & Gallery
Visa & Immigration
Student Visa Process
EU/EEA/Swiss registration rules or, for other students, a temporary residence permit plus a long-stay D visa where required
Valid passport: Provide the required passport copy or original according to the submission route.
Residence-permit application form: Use the current prescribed form.
Photograph: Follow current technical requirements.
Study agreement: Agreement for study in Latvia at the accredited institution.
Approved invitation or sponsorship: The institution/inviter normally completes the required OCMA invitation stage before submission.
Financial evidence: Provide the amount and evidence required for the exact visa/residence stage. EUR 620 or EUR 780 monthly reference
Health insurance: Policy must meet the required coverage and period. Minimum liability EUR 42,600
Police/conviction statement: Required for applicants over 14 in the circumstances described by OCMA.
State-fee payment: Provide proof of the applicable fee payment.
Translations/legalisation: AIC, the institution or authorities may request translations and/or legalisation.
Usually 15 days; up to 60 days if extended
EUR 90
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It appears in AIKA's current Accredited register of Latvian higher education institutions and colleges. Students should still verify the exact study programme and study-field status in the AIKA e-platform.
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