ABOUT US

Why MEPHI?

MEPhI is a global university collaborating with a wide range of scientific and educational organizations, attracting international students from all over the world to the educational programs in the groundbreaking fields of science, technology and engineering. MEPhI offers unique advantages for education and research:
Complience with the International Standards
in Engineering Education
Modular learning, interdisciplinarity and individual educational tracks
Internships at international laboratories and megascience projects
On campus state-of-the art experimental facilities
and research centers
Global academic cooperation with world’s top corporations and R&D centers
Unique degree programs
for professions and technologies of the future

How Can You Apply to MEPhI?

CHOOSE A PROGRAM

Choose the program level, major,
and language of instruction
1. Define the level of the program that you are planning to study at and check your eligibility based on the your current level of education.

2. Choose the language of instruction: Russian or English.
Please note that a number of programs are available with Russian-medium instruction only and require sufficient Russian language proficiency.
In case you choose such program you need to take a preparatory training
at the foundation program and obtain a certificate of completion.

3. Choose a major and a program that you are willing to study at.
Choose the way of tuition fee covering

LEARN ABOUT FINANCING AND SCHOLARSHIP

There are two options to cover the tuition fee:
1. Self-funding
In case you are planning to pay the tuition from your own funds, check the tuition fee structure for the program of your choice. You can receive the most up-to-date information by contacting the international admission office.
2. Government Scholarship (Quota)
You can apply for the scholarship allocation and go through the competitive selection process on the official website.
You can also participate in the olympiad for talented prospective students
Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project which allows non-Russian citizens
to compete for the tuition-free studies on Master’s or PhD level.

Admission for 2023/24 will be open till August 10, 2023

PREPARE AND SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION SET

STEP 1
For preliminary assessment and conditional acceptance letter
you will need to submit the following documents:
  • Passport scan-copy
  • Previous education documents (Diploma or Certificate).

STEP 2.
Once you have received conditional acceptance letter, you will need to prepare the full set of admission documents:
  • Passport scan copy with the notarised translation to Russian language.
NOTE: the passport shall be valid for no less than 18 months from
the date of the beginning of your studies.
  • High School Certificate or Previous Degree Diploma with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Transcript of Records with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Medical Certificate issued by an official healthcare authority of your country confirming that the applicant has no contra-indications for studying in Russia + Negative AIDS/HIV test certificate issued by an official healthcare authority of your country.
  • Passport-format photo.
/ Type of entrance examination is determined in accordance with the program level and major
Check the examination dates for your program and prepare
in advance

PASS ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

The fall term starts on September 1, 2023.
Looking forward to seeing you!

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Visa information is available upon request.

MEPhI offers more than 200 degree programs in laser technologies, IT, biomedicine and medical physics, nuclear power engineering, materials science, financial security, nanoelectronics, space studies and technologies etc.

Our Highly-Ranked Programs

English
LaPlas
Applied Mathematics and Physics
Bachelor’s Degree
English
LaPlas
Controlled Fusion
and Plasma Technologies
Master’s Degree
Russian
HES
Artificial Systems Engineering
Master’s Degree
English/Russian
IRR
International Relations
Master’s Degree
Russian/English
PhysBio
Biomedical Nanotechnologies
Master's Degree
Russian
ICIS
Advanced Modelling Technologies for Information Systems
Master’s Degree
Sebastian Cuenca,
Bolivia

Let’s see What
Our Alumni Think about MEPhI

I am enormously grateful to this great country, especially
to the university, for having given me the opportunity
to learn in a totally unique environment. The language, technical subjects, international relations subjects, everything was well-taught and explained. From the very beginning the professors and groupmates helped me
to overcome difficulties and improve myself as a professional. Thanks to this experience, I feel ready to take on responsibilities to contribute to the field of international cooperation in my country.

What documents do I need to fill out the application form?

Frequently asked questions

Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
For preliminary evaluation of your documents you need to submit the following set:
  • ID (Passport)
  • Degree Certificate
  • Transcript
Once you have obtained a conditional acceptance letter you need to start preparing the application set:
  • Passport scan copy with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • High School Certificate or Previous Degree Diploma with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Transcript of Records with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Medical Certificate that confirms no contra-indications for studying in Russia + Negative AIDS/HIV test certificate issued by an official healthcare authority of your country.
  • Photo in passport-format.
This set of documents is required in order to register an applicant for entrance examinations.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?

When are the application dates for 2023 admission?

Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
We start considering new applications and processing the documents in May, 2023.
Examination dates are determined for each subject specifically and depends on the program level and major. Make sure to contact our admission officers to learn the schedule of the entrance exams for your program.
Full admission set with all necessary documents and notarised translations shall be submitted no later than August 10, 2023.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?

Does MEPhI provide housing for international students?

Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Our University offers housing at MEPhI residence halls to all international students.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?

How much is the tuition fee?

Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Tuition fee cost varies depending on the education level and program of your choice.
Tuition fee prices for 2023/24 have not been confirmed yet. Please refer to the prices in 2022/23 for your convenience.
Bachelor's Degree programs - from 281 600 RUB / year
Specialist's Degree programs - from 315 600 RUB / year
Master's Degree programs - from 338 800 RUB / year
PhD programs - from 380 600 RUB / year
Fill out the contact form and our admission officers will assist you with the application

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