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Russian Government Scholarship (Education in Russia)
Full funding: free tuition + monthly stipend
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Samara National Research University
Samara, Russia
"A national research university in Samara known for aerospace"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1201 (QS)
PSW VISA
180 days
About Samara National Research University
Samara National Research University (Samara University) was founded in 1942 and is a public university in Samara, on the Volga. It is best known for aerospace engineering, and also teaches IT, physics, economics and law.
Rankings & Recognition
#1201
No confirmed QS World rank found; see topuniversities.com for the latest list.
Accreditations & Memberships
National research university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Samara National Research University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1942
Founded
National research university
Type
Samara
Location
Aerospace
Focus
Popular Programs
Aerospace Engineering
Information Technology
Physics
Economics
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university or EIR portal
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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Language / entrance test
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Check university site |
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
N/A
Graduate Employment
180 days
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
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Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
The university is in Samara, with the main campus at Moskovskoye Highway 34.
Campus Details
Campus
in Samara
Campus Forecast
Samara
Samara Oblast
Main campus
Student dormitories
Cold continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Campus dorms
300 RUB per month regular students
Dining
Check university site
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Check university site
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 20,000-35,000 / month
Health Insurance
Compulsory for students
Intakes & Deadlines
Check the Samara University admissions site for intake dates. The main intake is September.
Scholarships at Samara National Research University
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; check university site
Postgraduate
Bachelor's; check university site
English Proficiency
Language / entrance test
Check university siteRequired 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 Samara University 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 university is in Samara, with the main campus at Moskovskoye Highway 34.
Bachelor's
5
Samara National Research University
📍 Samara
Bachelor's
Aerospace Engineering
Samara National Research University
📍 Samara
Bachelor's
Information Technology
Samara National Research University
📍 Samara
Bachelor's
Physics
Samara National Research University
📍 Samara
Bachelor's
Economics
Master's
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Samara National Research University
📍 Samara
Master's
Aerospace Engineering (Master's)
Samara National Research University
📍 Samara
Master's
Information Technology (Master's)
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