All Levels
Russian Government Scholarship (Education in Russia)
Full funding: free tuition + monthly stipend
National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
Moscow, Russia
"A Moscow university for nuclear physics and engineering"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#497 (QS)
PSW VISA
180 days
About National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Moscow Engineering Physics Institute) was founded in 1942 and is a public technical university in Moscow, at Kashirskoe Highway 31. It is known for nuclear physics, nuclear energy, IT, cybersecurity and engineering physics.
Rankings & Recognition
#497
Ranked #497 in the QS World University Rankings 2025 (latest edition confirmed here; check topuniversities.com for 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
National research university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with National Research Nuclear University MEPhI's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1942
Founded
National research university
Type
Moscow
Location
#497
QS Rank (2025)
Popular Programs
Nuclear Physics
Nuclear Engineering
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Materials Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university or EIR portal
Standardized Test Requirements
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Medical + HIV certificate
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Required |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Study visa (invitation letter)
Post-Study Work
180 days
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Russian Govt scholarship
Career Outcomes
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Graduate Employment
180 days
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
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Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
The main campus is at Kashirskoe Highway 31, Moscow.
Campus Details
Main
campus in Moscow
Campus Forecast
Moscow
Main campus
Student dormitories
Cold continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
7 named dorms
Corridor and flat types
Moskvorechie and Koshkin dorms
Dining
Canteen and cafeterias
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Gym at Moskvorechye 2
Table tennis
Student Clubs
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A
Main Intl. Regions
CIS, Asia, Middle East, Africa
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (approx.)
Check university site
Living Cost (approx.)
RUB 35,000-60,000 / month
Health Insurance
Compulsory for students
Intakes & Deadlines
Check the MEPhI admissions site for intake dates. The main intake is September.
Scholarships at National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Certificate; Russian or English track
Postgraduate
Bachelor's; Russian or English track
English Proficiency
Medical + HIV certificate
RequiredRequired Documents
Passport copy
Application form
School-leaving certificate or degree
Academic transcripts
Language certificate (Russian / English)
Medical certificate
HIV test certificate
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the MEPhI admissions site or the Education in Russia portal.
2
Apply online
Fill in the online application and choose a Russian-taught or English-taught programme.
3
Upload documents
Upload your documents; some programmes hold an entrance test or interview.
4
Review
The university reviews your file and sends an admission decision.
5
Invitation letter
Receive the invitation letter and apply for a Russian study visa.
6
Arrive & register
Register with the university and the migration office after arrival; non-Russian speakers usually start with a preparatory year.
Campus & Location
The main campus is at Kashirskoe Highway 31, Moscow.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Nuclear Physics and Technology
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Cybersecurity
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Bachelor's
Materials Science
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Bachelor's
Electronics
Master's
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Master's
Computer Science (Master's)
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Master's
Cybersecurity (Master's)
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