Kazan Federal University
جامعة قازان الفيدرالية
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Kazan Federal University, one of Russia's oldest universities, admits international students through tuition-free places under the Russian government quota, as well as university scholarships and discounts for high achievers. Enrolled students may also receive monthly academic stipends based on performance. Conditions are published on the university's scholarships page.
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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Kazan Federal University International Olympiads 2027
Bachelor, MasterTuition-Free54 majorsDecember 24, 2026
Life and living
Kazan · Russia
Life and living
Kazan · Russia
Living in Kazan
Capital of Tatarstan on the Volga, where Tatar and Russian cultures meet, home to Kazan Federal University (1804).
Student housing
The Universiade Village dorm for Kazan Federal University exchange students costs about RUB 600 a month (2020/21 published rate).
Transport for students
Russia has no federal student discount on city transport — each region sets its own rules; ask your university about the local student transport card.
Top landmarks
Kazan Kremlin
Fendes · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Qolşärif Mosque
A.Savin · FAL · Wikimedia Commons
Bauman Street
Cyrios · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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 · 61 programmes
Faculties and programmes
16 faculties · 61 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Institute of Geology and Petroleum Technologies
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Geology· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
- Petroleum Engineering· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- BiologyRU
- Dentistry· Bachelor
- General Medicine· Bachelor
- Pharmacy· BachelorRU
- Public Health· MasterRU
Institute of Ecology, Biotechnology and Nature Management
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Soil and Water Sciences· Bachelor, Master
Alexander Butlerov Institute of Chemistry
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Chemical Engineering· Bachelor, Master
- Chemistry
- Materials Science & Engineering· Master
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Institute of Information Technology and Intelligent Systems
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Artificial Intelligence· Master
- Computer ScienceRU
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Software Engineering
Institute of Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and System Engineering
BachelorMasterRURussian- Artificial Intelligence
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Institute of Computational Mathematics and Information Technologies
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity· Bachelor, Master
- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Mathematics
Nikolai Lobachevsky Institute of Mathematics and Mechanics
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Curriculum & Instruction· Bachelor, Master
- Mathematics
Institute of Physics
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Astronomy
- Electrical Engineering· Bachelor, Master
- Physics
Institute of Management, Economics and Finance
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Accounting· BachelorRU
- Business Management· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
- EconomicsRU
- FinanceRU
- Hospitality Management· BachelorRU
- Human Resource Management· Bachelor, MasterRU
- International Business· Bachelor:RUEN· Master:RU
- Marketing· Bachelor, MasterRU
Institute of International Relations
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- History
- International Relations
- Languages and Literature· Bachelor, Master
- Theology & Religious Studies· Bachelor
Leo Tolstoy Institute of Philology and Intercultural Communication
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Curriculum & Instruction· Bachelor, Master
- Languages and Literature
- Translation· Bachelor, Master
Institute of Psychology and Education
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Curriculum & Instruction
- Early Childhood Education· Bachelor, Master
- Educational Psychology· Master
- Psychology
- Special Education· Bachelor, Master
Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Journalism· Bachelor, Master
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Public Relations· Bachelor, Master
- Social Work· Bachelor, Master
- Sociology
Faculty of Law
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Institute of Design and Spatial Arts
BachelorRURussian- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)
- Graphic Design
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Tuition-Free. Announced benefits: Tuition-free quota place.
The latest deadline we have is December 24, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Online registration, Passport copy.
Apply directly on the official website: https://eng.kpfu.ru. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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