EDUCATION FOR MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE
APPLY AND STUDY IN DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT
We are the only academy in Latvia that:
• Prepares professional officers and studies are paid by the state
• Provides a job after graduation
• Pays monthly salary and provides social guarantees
• Develop skills together with foreign experts
• Teaches to achieve the goal, and it is not tiresome with us.
If you have any questions about admission, contact:
• call: 1835 or write: studijas@mil.lv
Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year at the National Defence Academy (NDAL) are now closed. Thank you to everyone for your interest and for submitting applications by August 10. The NDAL is now selecting candidates and assessing their eligibility to begin on September 1st. Candidates will be informed of the selection results individually.
NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY OF LATVIA
EDUCATION FOR MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE
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Opportunities for High School Students
The National Defence Academy of Latvia offers several events for high school students to explore National Defence Academy study programs, environment, and infrastructure, which can help them choose their future career path.
EDUCATION FOR A MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE
Cadet Candidate Course
From September 1st to 12th, the course takes place at the National Defence Academy. On September 12th, a ceremonial parade will be held at the National Defence Academy parade ground. After the parade, cadet candidates will be escorted to the National Armed Forces Infantry School in Alūksne, where basic military training will commence on September 12th and continue through December 4th.
Professional Specialisation Modules of the National Defence Academy
11 August - 26 September, Land Forces Mechanised Infantry Brigade and National Guard.
"Engineer Platoon Commander Course", "Mechanised Infantry Platoon Commander Course", "Communications Platoon Commander Course", and "Fire Support Platoon Commander Course" for 4th year cadets of the bachelor study programme "Land Forces Military Leadership" at the National Defence Academy.
National Defence Academy of Latvia Research Conference 2025
On June 18, 2025, the National Defence Academy of Latvia (NDAL) hosted the NDAL Research Conference, bringing together NDAL cadets, permanent staff, and guests. Every year, cadets, students, graduates, and researchers at the NDAL prepare studies whose results are important for the development of the National Armed Forces (NAF) and for shaping military thinking. At the NDAL Research Conference, NAF unit commanders, officers, and instructors are presented with the research results to stimulate discussion and form opinions on capability development, as well as to build an understanding of security issues in our region.
Enhance Your Military Career: Apply for the National Guard Platoon Leader Course
The National Defence Academy offers a unique opportunity for current National Guard members seeking to advance their military careers. The National Guard Platoon Leader Course, running from September 16, 2024, to November 7, 2025, provides comprehensive training in platoon leadership. Learn more about the National Guard Platoon Leader Course.
EDUCATION FOR A MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE