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Russian Government Scholarship

Russian government scholarship covering full tuition, dormitory accommodation, and a monthly stipend at Russian universities for international students.

Deadline

February–June (varies; apply via Rossotrudnichestvo or Russian embassy)

Duration

4–5 years undergraduate (may include 1 year Russian language prep)

Annual value

Full tuition + dormitory + monthly stipend

Official website

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What it covers

  • Tuition
  • Accommodation
  • Monthly Stipend
  • Airfare
  • Health Insurance
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Stipend

RUB 1,500–3,000/month (~$15–30/month at current rates)

Note: the stipend is very modest at current exchange rates. However, Russia's cost of living — especially in cities outside Moscow — is low. Dormitory accommodation provided. Medical insurance not always included; check your specific university. Travel not covered.

Host universities

Over 500 accredited Russian universities. Top choices include Moscow State University (MGU), ITMO University, Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Saint Petersburg State University, and MIPT.

Eligibility

Min GPA

Good academic standing

Available to non-Russian citizens worldwide. 15,000 quota spots per year distributed across countries via embassies. Many programmes taught in Russian — language preparation year included. English-medium programmes available at select universities. Apply via russia.study portal or through Russian embassy or Rossotrudnichestvo office in your country.

Details change year-to-year — always confirm deadlines and requirements on the official program website before applying.

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