RISEBA University of Applied Sciences
Quick answer: RISEBA University of Applied Sciences is a private university in Riga focused on business, management and creative fields. For 2026/27, non-EU students pay €6,000 a year for the European Business Studies bachelor’s and €6,200 for the International Business master’s. International applicants pay a €200 registration fee and need B2 English.
As a university of applied sciences, RISEBA teaches through practical work and is known for business, management, media and design programmes. Here we have gathered its 2026/27 fees, admission conditions and application steps from the official pages.
Fees for 2026/27
| Programme | Non-EU | EU / EEA / candidate countries |
|---|---|---|
| European Business Studies (bachelor’s, full-time) | €6,000 per year | €4,500 per year |
| International Business (master’s, full-time) | €6,200 per year | €4,700 per year |
| Registration (application) fee | €200 | €40 |
Source: riseba.lv — European Business Studies, riseba.lv — International Business, riseba.lv — terms of enrolment — checked 11/2026.
Non-EU students pay roughly €1,500 more than EU students; check other programmes on the university website. Using official figures, year one of the bachelor’s costs €6,200 (€200 + €6,000) and year one of the master’s €6,400 (€200 + €6,200), before housing and permit costs. The registration fee is paid at the application stage and is usually non-refundable, so ask the admissions office about later payment rules and whether tuition can be paid in instalments.
Admission requirements and documents
Under the 2026/27 admission rules, English-taught programmes require a certificate proving B2 or higher, such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, Cambridge English or ECL, issued within the last 2 years (RISEBA admission requirements 2026/27). Bachelor’s applicants submit their school certificate and transcript; master’s applicants send a bachelor’s diploma and transcript. Add a passport, a motivation letter, a CV and the payment receipt, and check the translation and legalisation rules in the same document.
The typical sequence: choose a full-time programme and get your B2 certificate in autumn or winter, apply online with the €200 fee between winter and spring, receive the decision and make the first payment in spring, then arrange the Latvian residence permit and travel in summer. RISEBA announces exact deadlines on its admissions page, and because the permit takes time it pays to apply early.
How RISEBA compares in Riga
| University | Bachelor’s example | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| RISEBA | European Business Studies | €6,000 per year (non-EU) |
| Rīga Stradiņš University | International Business and Start-up Entrepreneurship | €3,300 per year |
| Riga Technical University | BSc Computer Systems | €5,030 per year |
Source: riseba.lv, rsu.lv, apply.rtu.lv — checked 11/2026.
Rīga Stradiņš is the cheaper business route, while RISEBA stands out for its applied approach. For technical subjects see Riga Technical University.
Is it the right choice?
RISEBA suits students who want hands-on business or international management training, smaller groups and close contact with lecturers, and an EU degree for a career in Europe or Azerbaijan. Those aiming at research or a doctorate should also consider research universities; our guide to types of European universities explains the difference.
Frequently asked questions
Is RISEBA a state university?
No, it is a private university of applied sciences.
Which language certificates are accepted?
B2 or above in IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, Cambridge English or ECL, taken within the past 2 years.
Do EU students pay less?
Yes; European Business Studies costs them €4,500 a year.
How much is registration for foreign applicants?
€200.
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