All Levels
Russian Government Scholarship (Education in Russia)
Full funding: free tuition + monthly stipend
Southern Federal University
Rostov-on-Don, Russia
"A federal university in Rostov-on-Don, southern Russia"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1001 (QS)
PSW VISA
180 days
About Southern Federal University
Southern Federal University (SFedU) traces its history to 1915 and became a federal university in 2006. Its main campus is in Rostov-on-Don in southern Russia. It teaches natural sciences, engineering, medicine, law, economics, philology and arts.
Rankings & Recognition
#1001
No confirmed QS World rank found; see topuniversities.com for the latest list.
Accreditations & Memberships
Federal university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Southern Federal University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Key Facts
1915
Roots
Federal university
Type
Rostov-on-Don
Location
Popular Programs
Physics
Chemistry
Medicine
Law
Economics
Philology
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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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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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
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
N/A
Campus & Location
The main campus is in Rostov-on-Don, southern Russia.
Campus Details
Campus
in Rostov-on-Don
Campus Forecast
Rostov-on-Don
Rostov Oblast
Main campus
Student dormitories
Warm continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Rostov dorms 6B
6V
6G
8
9A
9B
Taganrog 7 dorms
Dining
Canteen in Taganrog dorms
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Taganrog 4 sports grounds
5 gyms
Student club
SFedU Boiling Point
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 SFedU admissions site for intake dates. The main intake is September.
Scholarships at Southern Federal 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 SFedU 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 in Rostov-on-Don, southern Russia.
Specialist
1
Bachelor's
4
Master's
2
Southern Federal University
📍 Rostov-on-Don
Master's
Chemistry (Master's)
Southern Federal University
📍 Rostov-on-Don
Master's
Economics (Master's)
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