
Udmurt State University
جامعة أودمورت الحكومية
About the scholarship program
Udmurt State University in Izhevsk, Russia, admits foreign students through the Russian Government Scholarship (state quota), enabling tuition-free study in bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs, with a preparatory Russian language year if needed. Enrolled students can receive monthly academic stipends. The university explains how to apply on its scholarships page.
Life and living
Izhevsk · Russia
Life and living
Izhevsk · Russia
Living in Izhevsk
Capital of Udmurtia near the Urals, a famous arms-making city, home to Udmurt State University.
Student housing
Udmurt State University dorms for foreign students cost about RUB 1,100 a month depending on room and building.
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
- Kalashnikov Museum
- St. Michael's Cathedral, Izhevsk
- Izhevsk Pond
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
13 faculties · 45 programmes
Faculties and programmes
13 faculties · 45 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 Civil Protection
BachelorMasterRURussian- Environmental Science
Institute of Natural Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Geography
Institute of Arts and Design
BachelorMasterRURussian- Fashion Design· Bachelor
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)· Bachelor
- Graphic Design
- Music· Bachelor
Institute of History and Sociology
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- History
- International Relations· Bachelor
- Political Science· Bachelor
- Sociology· Bachelor, Master
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Institute of Mathematics, Information Technology and Physics
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Artificial Intelligence· Master
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity· Bachelor
- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Electrical Engineering· Bachelor, Master
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor
- Mathematics
- Physics· Bachelor, Master
Gutseriev Institute of Oil and Gas
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Geology· Bachelor
- Petroleum Engineering
Institute of Pedagogy, Psychology and Social Technologies
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Curriculum & Instruction· Bachelor, Master
- Early Childhood Education· Bachelor, Master
- Educational Psychology· Master
- Psychology
- Social Work· Bachelor, Master
- Special Education· Bachelor, Master
Institute of Law, Social Management and Security
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Resource Management· Bachelor, Master
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Institute of Social Communications
BachelorMasterRURussian- Digital Media· Master
- Public Relations
Institute of Udmurt Philology, Finno-Ugric Studies and Journalism
BachelorMasterRURussian- Journalism
- Languages and Literature
Institute of Physical Culture and Sports
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Sports Science
Institute of Economics and Management
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Business Management· Bachelor, Master
- Economics
- Hospitality Management· Bachelor, Master
- Political Science· Bachelor, Master
Institute of Language and Literature
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Languages and Literature
- Translation· Master
Government scholarships to study at this university
The university does not announce its own scholarship for international students, but you can study here funded through the following government scholarships. You usually choose the university inside the scholarship application.
Open Doors International Olympiad Free Tuition & Stipend Scholarship
Russian Government Scholarship (Quota) 2027–2028
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Udmurt State University is listed as: Fully Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://udsu.ru/English) before applying.
Apply directly on the official website: https://udsu.ru/English. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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