Rīga Stradiņš University
Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) in Riga is a major health sciences university offering Medicine (6 years) and Dentistry (5 years) taught in English. Its degrees are recognized throughout the European Union.


Why choose RSU?
Medicine & Dentistry
Medicine (6 years, approx. €13,500/year) and Dentistry (5 years, approx. €15,500/year), taught in English.
Recognized in the EU
The degree complies with Directive 2005/36/EC, so you can practice in France once registered with the relevant professional body (Ordre).
A major health sciences university
One of the leading health sciences universities in the Baltic states, with a highly international student body.
Clinical training
Clinical placements in university hospitals, plus medical simulation training.
Admission requirements
Admission is based on your application and an interview (sometimes a test).
- Qualification: a science-focused secondary school diploma with good grades in biology and chemistry.
- Selection: your academic record in the sciences; an interview or test depending on your profile.
- Language: English (IELTS or TOEFL).
Application process
You apply directly to RSU; your application is assessed and followed by an interview. Your Dream School advises you and supports you all the way to enrollment.
Key dates
- January, June: applications open
- On a rolling basis: interviews
- Spring, summer: admission decisions
- Summer: enrollment and preparing to move
- September: start of the academic year
Talk to an advisor
Our advisors will call you back and answer all your questions within 24–48 hours.