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Latvia and Riga are startpngly beautiful where you can find nature, traditions, and food in a unique style-. Riga dwells approximately 500 foreign students therefore multicultural activities are very common and so making friends is very easy.

Latvia is preferred as a study abroad destination for its low tuition fees, wide range of programs exceptional faculty, and affordable pving costs.

The number of foreign students in Latvia is comparatively small than other European countries with no essential colpsion in specific fields. Therefore it is easy to explore good opportunities within Latvia especially in multinational organizations. Moreover, if in future it is expected that if the flow of foreign students increase in the education system then proportionally the quapty of studies will also increase.

Foreign students can study in full-time study programs if the secondary education documents of foreign students are in comppance with the standards of Latvia as well as if the knowledge of foreign students corresponds to the admission requirements of the relevant Latvian institution of high education.

Latvia enjoys the 2nd highest place in the world rank in number of students comparing to the size of the population. There are 36 pubpc institutions of higher education and 222 private institutions of higher education in Latvia. There are three levels of higher education in Latvia: Bachelor, Master, and Doctor. Degrees from Latvian institutions are recognized in all European Union countries.

After the studies at professional study programs pke medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy, graduates can continue with studies in Doctor Programs.

Foreign students have also rights to study in exchange programs according to bilateral agreements signed between institutions of higher education of both countries.

The universities in Latvia have compulsory internship programs. This gives foreign students the opportunity to contact the employers and they can apply for jobs .This in turns help the students to convert their student visa to work visa.

After receiving a temporary residence permit, a foreign student has a right to employment .The student's residence permit during the term of vapdity of a residence allows to work with any employer for up to 20 hours per week

Latvia offers the fastest internet speeds in the world. This efficient communication in the country can connect the student with the rest of the world in seconds. Latvia is categorized as the fastest innovator. Here, students are trained to show and implement their innovative ideas on the growing sectors.

Due to a large number of foreign students social activities are very common. Pakistani students can enjoy their culture with other Pakistani students.

You are mesmerized in spring with plenty of flowers, fruit trees and shrubbery. Summer has long bright nights and with a pleasant temperature around 20 degrees. However, sometimes the temperatures even rise around 30 degrees

“Blame it on the Baltic sea breeze or the almost-endless midsummer days: Lithuania has an otherworldly quality,” Lonely Planet raves. But Lithuania isn’t just an amazing place to visit; it’s also a wonderful destination for international studies. Read on for a roundup of eight reasons to consider studying in the largest and southernmost of the Baltic states.

1. It lays claim to an internationally recognized higher education system

Lithuania is ranked 59th by U.S. News and World Report’s most recent higher education rankings. Home to 24 colleges and 22 universities offering a comprehensive spectrum of internationally recognized academic programs and qualifications, Lithuania’s colleges and universities conform with the Bologna Process of the European Higher Education Area -- an indicator of quality all over the world. According to U-Multirank’s international comparison of higher education systems, Lithuania performs especially well in measures of regional engagement and teaching and learning.

2. It is relatively affordable

While Lithuanian colleges and universities do charge tuition fees, they are generally lower than you would find in popular international study destinations such as the US and UK. Additionally, international students are eligible to apply for Lithuanian state scholarships. Students also have access to many cost-saving benefits, including the Lithuanian Student Identity Card (LSP), International Student Identity Card (ISIC), and Erasmus Student Network (ESN) card.

The cost of living in Lithuania is cheaper than 54 percent of the countries in the world, according to Expatistan. And public transportation in Lithuania is also inexpensive, as are utilities and sports and leisure activities, according to Cost of Living Reports.

3. It’s a great portal to the rest of Europe

While there’s much to see and do in Lithuania, if you are looking to maximize your international study experience, Lithuania’s central European location makes it easy. All major European destinations are just a two or three-hour plane ride away thanks to international airports in the capital city of Vilnius and second city Kaunas, while rail routes serve destinations throughout Eastern Europe. It’s also a relatively easy country to drive in.

Prefer two wheels to four? Lithuania is also a great place to bike in the summer months thanks to flat terrain and bus and ferry services designed to accommodate two-wheelers.

4. Its people are friendly and welcoming

Lithuanian people are known for their welcoming, friendly attitudes. Many of them are also bilingual. One American told Lithuanian Radio and Television (LRT) of his time in Vilnius, "You have one of the most beautiful cultures and the most beautiful people in the world. My experience is that the Lithuanians are very welcoming and happy to introduce themselves and their country to foreigners. These features are well reflected in the business market, where understanding and trust are the most important characteristics. I think this explains why Lithuania is suitable for business and it has one of the most promising economies in the world.” This viewpoint was shared by Canadian Cynthia, who, as well as praising the country's castles, history, and culture, said, “All the people I met in Lithuania were nice, open, friendly and hospitable.”

5. The quality of life is high

Lithuania earns high marks for quality of life. It’s been ranked first in the CEE region (Central and Eastern Europe) in the Green City Index and is also known for its world-class health infrastructure and level of safety. While its cities have been compared to the likes of Copenhagen, Barcelona and Cape Town, Lithuania also well-known for its breathtaking green spaces and peace and quiet. “Outside its cities and towns, Lithuania’s greatest asset is its nature. This is a country of fresh, verdant pine forest and calm, clear lakes, where escape to the countryside is never more than 30 minutes from your door,” says Lietuvos Respublikos Vyriausybės Oficiali svetainė.

6. The culture and food are extraordinary

Lithuania boasts a rich heritage and vibrant modern culture. The old town of capital Vilnius is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, while the country’s diverse population celebrates many international events and festivities throughout the year -- many of which have been influenced by neighboring nations.

Travel writer Jim Dobson says of discovering the “magical” bucket list-worthy country of Lithuania, “Everything in Vilnius works with symbiotic energy, with a youthful and vibrant art scene mixed with a historic, architectural presence that honors its past From its offbeat bars and cafes to its medieval churches, just walking through the city filled with German gothic, Italian Baroque and French classicist architecture, and Russian Orthodox domes open your senses.”

Love a good meal? You’ll absolutely find it in Lithuania. “It might take some time to get used to Lithuanian food, but once you do, you won’t be able to live without it! From potato dishes like cepelinai or kugelis to desserts like šakotis, Lithuanian food never fails to impress. So, let’s not pretend that food is not an important factor while choosing a place to live and agree that Lithuania has an upper hand over most other locations in the world,” enthuses Culture Trip.

7. It’s easy to get a visa

Lithuania is the easiest country in the Schengen Area to get a visa from. In fact, a whopping 98.7 percent of Schengen Visa applications to Lithuania were accepted in 2018 while just 1.3 percent of short-term applications were rejected, according to SchengenVisaInfo.com. Lithuania also receives fewer applications than countries like Germany and France. As a result, visa applicants enjoy shorter waiting times.

Additionally, while many countries restrict students from working during their international study experiences, Lithuanian grants students the right to work up to 20 hours a week so long as they are enrolled in a school.

8. It’s open to startups and entrepreneurs

Whether you’d like to gain work experience while studying in Lithuania or you’re thinking of starting a business of your own, Lithuania is a great place for either. More foreign companies are looking to Lithuania to start their businesses due in no small part to the country’s efforts to make it easy to do so.

In particular, Lithuania is becoming an exciting fintech hotspot, according to Joe Wallen for Forbes.com. “According to the Lithuania Fintech Report 2017, a total of 117 fintech firms were operating in the country employing over 2,000 people -- a rapid increase from 45 companies in 2013,” Wallen writes.

The country’s economy is also booming: it’s ranked 12th out of 44 countries in the European Region in the Index of Economic Freedom, while the World Bank deemed it 11th out of 190 countries in its most recent Doing Business Index.

There’s a reason why more than 6,000 international students choose Lithuania for international studies every year...and rave about their experiences there. For example, Sakasaka Melissa from Congo says, "I chose Lithuania [as a place to study] because I wanted to have excellent training in scientific terms and a high quality education to succeed in life and be useful to society. The people are very nice - since I am here I feel like home. And life is not too expensive. The teachers are very capable and highly skilled. I would encourage others to study here. If they focus on their goal and work hard to succeed Lithuania provides conditions and facilities. The country and its people are great!

Name of The Universites

Ranking	World Rank	University	Presence Rank*	Impact Rank*	Openness Rank*	Excellence Rank*
1	743	Vilnius University / Vilniaus universitetas	388	1124	1219	725
2	1275	Vilnius Gediminas Technical University / Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas	732	2338	1230	1460
3	1719	Vytautas Magnus University / Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas	474	1983	2998	2289
4	1750	Lithuanian University of Health Science (Kaunas University of Medicine Veterinary Academy) / Lietuvos sveikatos mokslų universitetas (Kauno Medicinos Universitetas)	445	4780	1112	1781
5	2064	Mykolas Romeris University / Mykolo Romerio universitetas	1161	2330	2380	3055
6	2218	Kaunas University of Technology / Kauno technologijos universitetas	1634	3136	4956	1995
7	2477	Klaipėda University / Klaipėdos universitetas	2571	3708	3235	2907
8	4178	Siauliai University / Šiaulių universitetas	2577	2102	5819	5201
9	5051	Lithuanian Sports University / Lietuvos Sporto Universitetas	4360	10194	5819	4158
10	5861	ISM University of Management and Economics / ISM Vadybos ir ekonomikos universitetas	3784	7896	5819	5379
11	6977	Vilnius Academy of Fine Arts / Vilniaus dailės akademija	5508	8003	5819	5902
12	8739	LCC International University / LCC tarptautinis universitetas	14700	8779	5819	6147
13	9764	Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre / Lietuvos muzikos ir teatro akademija	5418	8225	5819	6626
14	9859	Vilnius University of Applied Sciences / Vilniaus kolegija	1842	8950	5819	6626
15	11842	Alytus College / Alytaus kolegija	15091	10055	5819	6626
16	12090	Kaunas College / Kauno Kolegija	6907	11112	5819	6626
17	12334	General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania / Lietuvos karo akademija	7752	11345	5819	6626
18	12423	Studiju kokybes vertinimo centras	7655	11444	5819	6626
19	12692	University of Applied Social Sciences / Socialinių mokslų kolegija	20102	10744	5819	6626
20	12968	Klaipėda State College / Klaipėdos valstybinė kolegija	10886	11861	5819	6626
21	13420	Kazimiero Simonavičiaus University	13697	12233	5819	6626
22	14835	Šiauliai State College / Šiaulių valstybinė kolegija	9988	14352	5819	6626
23	14885	Vilnius Business College / Vilniaus verslo kolegija	10315	14370	5819	6626
24	14922	Vilnius College of Technologies and Design / Vilniaus technologijų ir dizaino kolegija	12376	14242	5819	6626
25	15088	North Lithuania College / Šiaurės Lietuvos kolegija	3348	15550	5819	6626
26	15230	Panevėžys College / Panevėžio kolegija	10878	14752	5819	6626
27	15426	Kaunas Technical College / Kauno technikos kolegija	9063	15208	5819	6626
28	15695	Utena College / Utenos kolegija	12995	15141	5819	6626
29	15702	Vilnius Co-operative College / Vilniaus kooperacijos kolegija	8454	15598	5819	6626
30	15890	Marijampolė College / Marijampolės kolegija	10662	15596	5819	6626
31	15912	Vilnius International School of Law and Business / Tarptautinė teisės ir verslo aukštoji mokykla	18299	14910	5819	6626
32	16097	Kaunas College of Forestry and Environmental Engineering / Kauno miškų ir aplinkos inžinerijos kolegija	13452	15625	5819	6626
33	16324	Lithuania Business College / Lietuvos verslo kolegija	11499	16075	5819	6626
34	16380	Vilnius College of Design / Vilniaus dizaino kolegija	23991	15008	5819	6626
35	16524	Kolping University of Applied Sciences / Kolpingo kolegija	16023	15926	5819	6626
36	17143	European Humanities University / Europos Humanitarinis Universitetas	7390	17520	5819	6626
37	17368	Lithuanian Maritime Academy / Lietuvos aukštoji jūreivystės mokykla	14377	17060	5819	6626
38	18404	V A Graičiūnas Higher School of Management / V A Graičiūno aukštoji vadybos mokykla	7512	18950	5819	6626
39	18467	Vilnius St Joseph Seminary / Vilniaus šv Juozapo kunigų seminarija	17058	18140	5819	6626
40	20446	Telšiai Bishop Vincentas Borisevičius Priest Seminary / Telšių Vyskupo Vincento Borisevičiaus kunigų seminarija	29999	18428	5819	6626
41	20525	St Ignatius of Loyola College / VšĮ Švento Ignaco Lojolos kolegija	4472	21758	5819	6626

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