RussiaGovernment ScholarshipFully FundedOpen Doors Russian Scholarship Project (International Olympiad)
أولمبياد الحكومة الروسية للطلاب الدوليين (Open Doors)
About the scholarship program
The Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project is an official Olympiad organized by the Association of Global Universities and the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Winners and medalists receive 100% tuition-free education and stipends for bachelor, master, doctoral, and postdoctoral studies in top Russian universities, through a fully online evaluation process.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
100% Full Tuition Fee Waiver
Complete coverage of all university tuition, registration, exam, and laboratory fees throughout the degree program.
Monthly Living Stipend & Allowance
Generous monthly financial support to comfortably cover student housing, food, and daily living costs.
Roundtrip International Airfare
Economy class roundtrip flight tickets between your home country and the host nation every academic year.
Comprehensive Health Insurance & Visa Support
Full medical coverage for emergencies and routine care, plus student residence permit and visa cost refunds.
Settling-in Allowance & Research Grants
Arrival allowance to set up housing, plus budgets for books, academic resources, and international conferences.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This government scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
Open Doors International Olympiad Free Tuition & Stipend Scholarship
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project (International Olympiad) offers fully funded coverage. Benefits generally include tuition coverage, accommodation, living allowances, and health insurance according to the program regulations for the 2026/2027 cycle.
Eligible study and training levels include: Bachelor, Master, PhD, Postdoctoral. Candidates must verify specific department prerequisites before applying.
Scholarship Summary
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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