ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Novosibirsk State University, one of Russia's strongest universities in natural sciences and mathematics, admits international students through state-funded places under the Russian government quota, as well as university grants and competitions, and pays monthly academic stipends to enrolled students. It also offers research opportunities with Academy of Sciences institutes. Details are on the admissions and grants page.
Life and living
Novosibirsk · Russia
Life and living
Novosibirsk · Russia
Living in Novosibirsk
Russia’s third-largest city and the capital of Siberia, near the Akademgorodok science town, home to Novosibirsk State University.
Student housing
Novosibirsk State University dorms start from RUB 1,800 a month.
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
Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre
Vadim Indeikin · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Akademgorodok
Minsvyaz.ru · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Novosibirsk
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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
9 faculties · 37 programmes
Faculties and programmes
9 faculties · 37 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Department of Mathematics and Mechanics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Artificial Intelligence· Master, PhD
- Computer Science· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
- Data Science & Analytics· MasterEN
- Information Technology (IT)· PhDRU
- MathematicsRU
- Mechanical Engineering· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Statistics· MasterRU
Department of Physics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Astronomy· PhDEN
- Physics· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
Department of Natural Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Biology· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
- ChemistryRU
- Environmental Science· Master, PhDRU
- Materials Science & Engineering· MasterEN
- Pharmacy· MasterEN
Department of Economics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Business Management· Bachelor:RU· Master:RUEN
- Economics· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Finance· MasterEN
- Information Technology (IT)· BachelorRU
- SociologyRU
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Department of Information Technologies
BachelorMasterRURussian- Computer Science
- Information Technology (IT)
- Software Engineering
Department of Geology and Geophysics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Environmental Science· PhDRU
- Geology· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
Institute for the Humanities
BachelorMasterPhDRURussian- Anthropology· PhD
- Archaeology· PhD
- History
- Journalism· Bachelor, Master
- Languages and Literature
- Translation· Bachelor
Institute for the Philosophy and Law
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishRURussian- Corporate Law· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Criminal Law· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Human Rights Law· Bachelor, MasterRU
- International Law· Bachelor, MasterRU
- Philosophy· Bachelor:RU· Master, PhD:RUEN
Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies
BachelorPhDENEnglishRURussian- General Medicine
- PsychologyRU
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.
Novosibirsk State University is listed as: Fully Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://english.nsu.ru) before applying.
Apply directly on the official website: https://english.nsu.ru. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
QS World University Rankings 2026
Rank#461
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Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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