Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools

State Education Development Agency (VIAA), Latvia

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of the 40+ countries that have an education or science cooperation agreement with Latvia (Europe, Asia, the Americas - check the current list), bachelor's students who finished at least one year, master's and PhD students, and researchers. One application per call; it cannot be combined with other grants.

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About this opportunity

A Latvian government scholarship for study periods, research stays and summer schools in Latvia. Eligibility depends on the applicant's citizenship, so check the country list before applying.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of the 40+ countries that have an education or science cooperation agreement with Latvia (Europe, Asia, the Americas - check the current list), bachelor's students who finished at least one year, master's and PhD students, and researchers. One application per call; it cannot be combined with other grants.
2. Note the deadline. Feb 1 – Apr 1 (annual; the call for the next academic year normally runs 1 Feb to 1 Apr - the 2027/28 call is expected to follow this pattern) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Online application; passport or identity document; study or research plan; academic records; invitation or confirmation from host institution where required; other documents specified by VIAA.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Assessment under the official scholarship rules and available funding; eligibility depends on nationality and programme

Profile of past winners

104 international applicants received study scholarships for 2026/2027; future awards depend on the next call

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Tips from our advisors

1. Check the eligible-country list and exact rules for the chosen category before preparing an application.
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
6. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
7. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools?

Citizens of the 40+ countries that have an education or science cooperation agreement with Latvia (Europe, Asia, the Americas - check the current list), bachelor's students who finished at least one year, master's and PhD students, and researchers. One application per call; it cannot be combined with other grants.

What does Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools cover?

Study scholarship of about EUR 500 a month for bachelor's and master's students (up to 10 months) and about EUR 670 a month for PhD students (up to 11 months); research stays get a monthly rent allowance plus a daily allowance. Tuition and travel are not covered.

When is the deadline for Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools?

Feb 1 – Apr 1 (annual; the call for the next academic year normally runs 1 Feb to 1 Apr - the 2027/28 call is expected to follow this pattern) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools?

Host countries: Latvia.

What documents do I need for Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools?

Online application; passport or identity document; study or research plan; academic records; invitation or confirmation from host institution where required; other documents specified by VIAA.

How are applicants selected for Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools?

Assessment under the official scholarship rules and available funding; eligibility depends on nationality and programme

How much work is the Latvian State Scholarships for Studies, Research and Summer Schools application?

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