Top Universities in Russia

A doorway to the world’s most diverse continents, studying in Russia is an excellent opportunity to experience the incredible history, lifestyle and culture of age-old mainlands like Northern Europe and Asia. With a literacy rate of 98%, Russia is one of the leading education powerhouses with 1000 universities! Most of its universities are located in student-friendly cities like Moscow and Saint Petersburg which makes student life more vibrant and cosmopolitan. Universities in Russia are renowned for their quality education and research facilities in fields like engineering, mathematics and natural sciences. If you want to study the Russian heartland and scale the snowy mountains on your summer break then here are some of the best universities in Russia!

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Top 10 Universities in Russia

Name of the University	Town	QS World Rankings 2022
Lomonosov Moscow State University	Moscow	78
Saint Petersburg State University	Saint Petersburg	=242
Novosibirsk State University	Novosibirsk	=246
Tomsk State University	Tomsk	=272
Bauman Moscow State Technical University	Moscow	=281
Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology	Dolgoprudny	=290
HSE University	Moscow	=305
RUDN University	Moscow	=317
National Research Nuclear University	Moscow	=319
Ural Federal University – UrFU	Ekaterinburg	=351
MGIMO School of Business and International Proficiency	Moscow	=362
Kazan Federal University	Kazan	=347
Itmo University	Saint Petersburg	=365

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Lomonosov Moscow State University is one of the best and highest ranked universities by QS World Rankings in Russia. Founded in 1755 by Mikhail Lomonosov who emphasized on studying and pushing the boundaries of applied sciences. The university offers over 500 further education courses and programs in different languages like English and Russian. The university has some quality programs like MBA, MBBS and various physical sciences courses. The university has a stellar reputation of producing Nobel Prize winners as well as global researchers, it has over 36% of international students making it a diverse landscape and learning environment.

Saint Petersburg State University

Russia’s first ever university, St Petersburg State University was founded in 1724 to educate millions of students. Its initiative to combine innovation and tradition attracts 3000 international students every year from over 100 different countries. The university has a successful record of producing global careers, Nobel prize winners in diverse fields and holds partnerships with 500 universities for research, student exchange programs and dual courses. Studying at St Petersburg is a combination of adventure and academic excellence with the university offering 700 student clubs and experiences. 

Novosibirsk State University

A leading university of scientific research, Novosibirsk State University is a special university with 80% of NSU faculty members are scientists from the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The university gained the status of National Research University in Russia in 2007 has retained its legacy by producing excellent research in the field of sciences. Some of the most popular courses are engineering, business, psychology, geology, computer science, etc. Home to a library spanning 27 kms and Siberian wilderness, the university is a paradise for students who love to read, soak in nature and experience a Narnia-like city at affordable prices!

Tomsk State University

Tomsk State University is the first Siberian Imperial University and the oldest university in Russian Asia. A hub of educational excellence, the university has over 16,000 and 2000 international students. TSU offers an expansive range of 54 courses in English language, 42 scientific schools and advanced scientific equipment to help students nourish their research acumen. Located in a student city, the university has a number of student exchange programs with universities across the globe. 

Bauman Moscow State Technical University

Another public university tucked away in the heartlands of Russia, Bauman Moscow State Technical University is renowned for its work in aviation, rocket science as well as industrial research. The university has 19 departments offering exclusive courses in engineering, technology, physics, astronomy and computer science. The university has a talented yet small group of international students studying in the most prestigious and student- friendly city of Moscow!

Universities in Russia for MBBS

Perm State Medical University	Russian	Rs. 70,000	Rs. 3,15,000	Rs. 3,85,000
Bashkir State Medical University	Russian	Rs. 70,000	Rs. 2,45,000/-	Rs 3,15,000
Orenburg State Medical University	Russian	Rs. 84,000	Rs. 4,20,000	Rs. 5,04,000
Tver State Medical University	Bilingual	Rs. 24,500	Rs.4,48,000	Rs. 4,72,500
Kursk State Medical University	Bilingual	Rs. 84,000	Rs. 4,58,500	Rs. 5,35,500
Smolensk State Medical University	Bilingual	Rs. 40,000	Rs. 3,85,000	Rs. 4,25,000
Ryazan State Medical University	English	Rs.35,000	Rs.3,15,000	Rs. 3,50,000
St. Petersburg Medical University	English	Rs.1,12,000	Rs. 3,85,000	Rs. 4,97,000
Kazan State Medical University	English	Rs. 84,000	Rs. 4,37,500	Rs. 5,21,500

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Universities in Russia for Engineering

• ITMO University
• Tomsk State University
• Tomsk Polytechnic University
• M. V. Lomonosov Moscow State University
• Saint Petersburg State University
• Novosibirsk State University
• Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University

Popular Courses

Here is a list of popular courses for masters in Russia:

Name Of The Course	Tenure	Language
Master In Political Analysis And Public Policy	2 Years	English
Msc In Mathematics	2 Years	English
Master In International Business	2 Years	English
Master In International Relations In Eurasia	2 Years	English
Master In System And Engineering	2 Years	English
Master In Financial Economics	2 Years	English
Msc In Applied Social Psychology	2 Years	English
Master In Comparative Social Research	2 Years	English
Master In Governance Of Science, Technology And Innovation	2 Years	English
Master In Global Business	2 Years	English
Master In Population And Development	2 Years	English
Master In Philosophy	2 Years	English
Master In Data Science	2 Years	English
Double Degree Masters In Economic , Politics And Business In Asia	2 Years	English

Top courses for bachelors that international students:

Courses	Tenure	Language
Bachelor In Political Science And World Politics	4 Years	English
Bachelor In Aircraft Engineering	4 Years	English
Bachelors In Social Work	4 Years	English
Bachelors In Psychology	4 Years	English
Bachelor In Chemistry	4 Years	English
International Bachelor Science Programme	4 Years	English
Bachelor In International Relations	4 Years	English
Bachelor In Global Economy	4 Years	English
Bachelor In Sociology And Social Informatics	4 Years	English
Bachelor Programme International Business And Management Studies	4 Years	English
Bachelor In Russian As A Foreign Language	4 Years	English Spanish Russian ChineseItalian  French German
Online Bachelor In International Business With Dual Degree Program	4 Years	English
Bachelor In Biotechnology	4 Years	English
Bsc In Earth Science	4 Years	English

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Cost of Studying and Living 

Cost of living in Russia is quite affordable which is why many international students travel from across the world to study in reputable universities that offer top-notch courses:

Expenditure	Cost of Living
Education	1, 22, 500-88,0000 Rubles  (INR 1,24,473.96- 8,12,891.19)
Food	10, 000 Rubles (INR 10,166.79)
Transport	405 Rubles (INR 411.66)
Internet, Mobile Phone	800 Rubles (INR 812.59)
Culture , Sport,And Entertainment	4000 Rubles (INR 4,063.36)
Dormitory	5000  Rubles (INR 5,079.20)

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