Riga Technical University - RTU vs RISEBA University vs Riga style and fashion vocational school - RSMT vs University of Latvia - LU vs Baltic International academy - BIA

Side-by-side comparison from 44 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: RISEBA University (4.50)
Riga Technical University - RTU: wins 0/7 categories
RISEBA University: wins 7/7 categories
Riga style and fashion vocational school - RSMT: wins 0/7 categories
University of Latvia - LU: wins 0/7 categories
Baltic International academy - BIA: wins 0/7 categories
Transport and Telecommunication Institute - TSI: wins 0/7 categories
Stockholm School of Economics in Riga - SSE Riga: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration
Riga, Latvia
4.50
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Best programme: Communication Management
Best programme: Computer Engineering
Category ratings
Facilities
3.99
5.00
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4.25
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Location
4.22
5.00
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4.50
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Professors
4.00
5.00
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4.38
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Internationality
4.02
5.00
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3.85
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Student life
4.04
5.00
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4.25
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Value
4.00
5.00
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4.38
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Accommodation
3.26
4.00
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3.91
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong technical and engineering focus with practical application
  • +Professional and understandable professors and staff
  • +Modern facilities and well-organized, clear teaching approach
  • +Flexible study schedules and international opportunities
  • +Interactive learning with dedicated and supportive professors
  • +Good facilities and English-taught programs

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  • +Supportive lecturers and organized study process
  • +Abundant extracurricular events and opportunities
  • +Modernizing facilities and convenient location

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues
  • -Lack of helpfulness from staff and professors
  • -Frequent rent increases for university dorms
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are major drawbacks.
  • -Poor teaching quality and unclear academic expectations lead to dissatisfaction.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -Some professors are perceived as unhelpful or lacking engagement.

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Rating summary
What students say

This university garners excellent marks in several key areas, with Location receiving the highest rating. Professors, Student Life, and Internationality also score strongly. Conversely, Accommodations present the weakest area, receiving a notably lower score than other aspects. Facilities and Value are rated mid-range, indicating good but not exceptional performance in those categories.

Across several key metrics, this institution demonstrates exceptional strength. Facilities, professors, location, student life, and internationality all received a perfect score of five. The only area not reaching the highest mark was accommodation, rated at a still solid four. Overall, the university offers a highly positive experience with excellent value for its students.

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This university receives commendations in several key areas, with an outstanding 4.5 for Location. Professors and Value also scored highly at 4.38. Facilities and Student Life are well-regarded with a 4.25 rating. Conversely, Accomodation and Internationality represent the weaker aspects, with scores of 3.91 and 3.85 respectively.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.07 average rating, ~82% of 28 reviews are positive, highlighting strong engineering and technical programs with practical learning and modern facilities. A small percentage of feedback notes administrative delays and unhelpful staff.

With an average rating of 4.5/5, reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students praise the good teaching level, professor support, and international opportunities. Programs taught in English and interactive learning environments are also highlighted.

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With an average rating of 4.21/5, ~93% of reviews are positive, highlighting supportive lecturers, an organized academic environment, and convenient location. A single negative review found standards low compared to others.

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Rating distribution
5★
32%
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4★
50%
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57%
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3★
14%
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2★
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7%
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1★
4%
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Most useful review
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Diversity among the students

My opinion of RTU is good. There is definitely a lot of room for improvement with the organization and the overall work completed with the staff. The university offers a good environment with diversity and an inviting campus.

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Life in University of Latvia

I'm just started studying Mathematics. The matherial, which lectors are giving to us, and the way of the studying is simple. Also there is options to study by ourselves in rooms with noise isolation. And also I can see, that the university collect a advises from students to develop.

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