Higher School of Economics
جامعة المدرسة العليا للاقتصاد
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HSE University (Higher School of Economics) in Moscow, one of Russia's leading universities in economics, social sciences and computer science, offers international students state-funded places under the Russian government quota, as well as tuition discounts and scholarships based on results in the university's competitions and olympiads. Conditions vary by program. Details are on the admissions financial aid page.
Available programmes
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HSE Global Scholarship Competition for International Students
BachelorFully Funded38 majorsOctober 29, 2026 · Current application intake closed
Life and living
Moscow · Russia
Life and living
Moscow · Russia
Living in Moscow
Russia’s capital and largest city, home to Moscow State University, HSE and MIPT, with one of the world’s largest metro networks.
Student housing
HSE student dormitories cost RUB 1,403–3,579 a month (from July 2026); private rentals are much higher.
Transport for students
Unlimited 30-day student pass: RUB 985; standard 30-day Edinyi: RUB 3,460; single Troika ride: RUB 75 (since 2 January 2026).
Top landmarks
Red Square
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Kremlin
Pavel Kazachkov from Moscow, Russia · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
St Basil’s Cathedral
Moscow State University main building
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:RosstatHSE – Dormitory pricesT—Ж – Moscow transport fares 2026
Studying and living in Russia
Costs and living
Russia offers outstanding value for money compared to Western destinations: • International Tuition (if self-funded): Typically ranges from USD 1,800 to USD 4,500 per year for engineering and sciences, USD 3,500 to USD 7,000 for general medicine in English, and under USD 2,000 in regional universities. • Student Housing: University dormitories are heavily subsidized and cost-effective, typically costing between USD 15 and USD 70 per month, including utilities and internet. • Living Expenses: A monthly budget of USD 250 to USD 400 is generally sufficient for groceries, public transport, and personal expenses in most Russian cities (USD 450 to USD 600 in Moscow or St. Petersburg). • Mandatory Medical Insurance: Approximately USD 80 to USD 150 annually.
Working while studying
• Under Russian federal legislation, full-time international students enrolled at accredited higher education institutions have the right to work legally in their spare time without needing a separate work permit. • No special government authorization or work license fees are required; a valid certificate of student enrollment is sufficient for employers. • Students can work both on-campus (teaching assistants, research labs, campus services) and off-campus (freelancing, translation, IT, retail, or hospitality). • After graduation, international graduates from accredited Russian universities can benefit from simplified procedures for temporary and permanent residency permits.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in RussiaFaculties and programmes
16 faculties · 57 programmes
Faculties and programmes
16 faculties · 57 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Economic Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Economics
- Finance
- StatisticsRU
Faculty of Mathematics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Mathematics
Faculty of Computer Science
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Artificial Intelligence· Master, PhD
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity· MasterRU
- Data Science & Analytics
- Software EngineeringRU
HSE Tikhonov Moscow Institute of Electronics and Mathematics (MIEM HSE)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- CybersecurityRU
- Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
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Graduate School of Business
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Business Management
- Data Science & Analytics· MasterRU
- Entrepreneurship· MasterRU
- Finance· Master
- Human Resource Management· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor, MasterRU
- International Business· Master
- Marketing· Bachelor, Master
- Supply Chain Management· Bachelor, Master
Faculty of Law
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Corporate LawRU
- Criminal LawRU
- Human Rights LawRU
- International Law
Faculty of Humanities
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Archaeology· MasterRU
- History
- Languages and Literature
- PhilosophyRU
- Translation· MasterRU
Faculty of Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Curriculum & Instruction· Master, PhD
- Educational Psychology· Master, PhD
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
Faculty of Creative Industries
BachelorMasterRURussian- Digital Media
- Fashion Design· Bachelor
- Film & Television Production
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)· Bachelor
- Graphic Design
- Journalism
- Public Relations
- Theatre & Drama· Bachelor
Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- International Business· Bachelor, Master
- International Relations
- Languages and Literature· BachelorRU
Faculty of Physics
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Physics
International College of Economics and Finance
BachelorMasterENEnglish- Economics
- Finance
Faculty of Urban and Regional Development
BachelorMasterENEnglishRURussian- Geography
Faculty of Chemistry
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Chemistry
- Materials Science & Engineering· Master
Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science· Master
- Biology
Faculty of Geography and Geoinformation Technologies
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Environmental Science· Bachelor, Master
- Geography
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Full tuition waiver for winners, Tuition discount up to 75%.
Required documents: Online registration on the HSE olympiad portal (olymp.hse.ru), For admission after winning: school-leaving certificate (or proof of final-year study), Passport copy (photo page).
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.hse.ru/en/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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