UL support for Ukraine

Support for students:

• Continuing Studies at the University of Latvia
  Ukrainian refugees who wish to continue their studies at the University of Latvia, as well as prospective international students from Ukraine, are invited to contact the International Students Unit:
  E-mail: studies@lu.lv 
  Phone: +371 67034716
• Ukrainian students and researchers may continue their studies and research in Latvia and may be eligible for state-funded scholarships and paid internships. Further information is available at: https://www.viaa.gov.lv/en/ukraine-latvia
  Applications for the state support mechanism for civilians of Ukraine must be submitted through Latvian higher education or research institutions. Individual applications are not accepted.
• Free Accommodation for Ukrainian Refugees
  The University of Latvia offers free accommodation for Ukrainian refugees.
  To apply, please email inga.stale@lu.lv, providing your contact details.
  More information is available at: https://www.lu.lv/en/studies/student-life/accommodation/
• Tuition Fee Waiver for Ukrainian Citizens
  During the Autumn Semester of the 2026/202, University of Latvia students who are Ukrainian citizens and who have left Ukraine or are unable to return due to the armed conflict caused by the Russian Federation are eligible for a 100% tuition fee waiver. The tuition fee waiver does not apply to Ukrainian citizens who have obtained permanent residence in Latvia.

Support for academic staff:

• Opportunity to continue academic work and research
  Please, e-mail UL Academic Department at akd@lu.lv, stating your contact information. Vacancies are available at: https://scienceforukraine.eu/
  More information available at: https://www.lu.lv/en/about-us/vacancies/
• Free of charge stay in UL Accommodation for Ukrainian refugees (academic staff and their family members)
  Please write an e-mail to inga.stale@lu.lv to apply for accommodation, stating your contact information.
  More information available at: https://www.lu.lv/en/studies/student-life/accommodation/

Psychological counselling for UL students and staff:

• UL psychologist Līga Valinka offers free of charge counselling.
  To schedule an appointment please write an e-mail to psihologs@lu.lv or call (+371) 67034392
  Consultations are available both in-person (at Raiņa bulvāris 19, room 107), and online. Currently, priority registration is ensured for Ukrainian citizens.
  Working hours:
  Monday: 9:00–16:00
  Tuesday: 9:00–16:00
  Wednesday: 9:00–16:00
  Additionally, appointments may be scheduled on Thursdays.
  More information available at: https://www.lu.lv/en/studies/student-life/psychological-counselling/

• However, in case of emergencies you are also encouraged to call Crisis and Counselling Centre "Skalbes" +371 116123, they operate 24/7.

Other types of support:

• Legal Clinic of the Faculty of Law of UL provides free of charge legal assistance to Ukrainian refugees.
  Please, write an e-mail to zile@lu.lv or call (+371) 67034591

• UL Students’ Council offers students an opportunity to participate in various social events and activities, as well as to join the WhatsApp group chat of the UA community at UL.
  Information about social events and other activities can be found at: https://www.instagram.com/ul_isc/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/studentscouncilul/ (Facebook)
  In the Whatsapp group chat, you can find out about various job offers for Ukrainian students and quickly access important information.
  Join the WhatsApp group chat of the Ukrainian community at UL by e-mailing your name and telephone to lusp@lusp.lv

• Funds collected at the UL charity concert “For the Freedom of Ukraine” are to be spent on additional support soon. Donations are still being accepted at the site Support Ukraine!

Employment at the University of Latvia for Residents of Ukraine

If you wish to establish an employment relationship with the University of Latvia, please contact Evija Lauva at the Human Resources Department.

E-mail: evija.lauva@lu.lv
Telephone: +371 67034803