Art Academy of Latvia
Riga, Latvia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 850
- International students
- 7%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1919
Overview
Founded in 1919, the Art Academy of Latvia (LMA) is the leading higher education institution for the arts in Latvia. Located in a historic neo-Gothic building in central Riga, it offers accredited programs in fine arts, design, audio-visual media, and art history. The academy is a key member of the EU4Art European University alliance and emphasizes a balance between classical academic training and contemporary artistic experimentation.
Fields of study
- Fine Arts
- Design
- Audio-Visual Media Art
- Art History
- Restoration
Accreditation: Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- May 1
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- international@lma.lv
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€3,000 – €8,000 / year
From about $3,240 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Standard degree programs for foreign students are approximately 3,000 EUR/year. The SDSI Joint Master's program costs 8,000 EUR/year for non-EU students. Most domestic students study in state-funded budget places.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art History and Theory (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Ceramics (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Fashion Design (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Functional Design (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Graphic Art (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Painting (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Restoration (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Sculpture (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Service Design Strategies and Innovations (SDSI) (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €8,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Visual Communication (opens in a new tab)Latvian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | September |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.