Russia is an amazing destination for study purpose. The country is gifted with top-notched universities that offers quality education and still provides full scholarships in its state universities. One of the prestigious universities is the Saint Petersburg state university.
The St. Petersburg State University is one of the most prestigious institutions in the country that offers scholarships. Saint Petersburg State University (SPbU), is a Russian federal state-owned higher education institution based in Saint Petersburg. It is the oldest and one of the largest universities in Russia.
SPbU is a member of the International Association of Universities, the European University Association, and many other international organizations and associations.
Founded in 1724 by a decree of Peter the Great, the University from the very beginning has had a strong focus on fundamental research in science, engineering and humanities, and equipped its graduates with what it takes to contribute to Russia’s success.
It is made up of 24 specialized faculties and institutes,the Academic Gymnasium, the Medical College, the College of Physical culture and Sports, Economics and Technology. The university has two primary campuses: one on Vasilievsky Island and the other in Peterhof
Popular fields of study at SPbU

Saint Petersburg State University Graduate School of Management
The most popular subjects for undergraduate and graduate international students are psychology, law, journalism, international relations, sociology, economics and management.
Also popular are linguistics, arts and humanities, literature, design, and science-related fields such as applied mathematics and informatics and applied mathematics and physics.
International students can study for free (the Russian government and the SPbU fund the program) or on a paid basis.
How to Apply for admission at Saint Petersburg State University
These are the steps to follow:
Applying to get a scholarship you should:
Applying for Russian Government Scholarship in 2018
- Create a Personal Account
- Fill in an Application Form in your Personal Account
- Fill in a Scholarship Application Form
Remember to upload your photograph along with the signed Scholarship Application Form. - Create and Upload a Portfolio to your Personal Account
An Applicant’s Portfolio includes a set of required documents, an essay on a given topic and a motivation letter.
Required documents are listed on the official SPbU website:- For Bachelor & Specialist degree programmes
- Requirements for content, structure, and assessment criteria for the documents you submit you can find here
- For Master degree programmes
Requirements for content, structure, and assessment criteria for the documents you submit you can find here - For Main Aspirantura Programmes
- Applicants who have successfully passed the competition are recommended for the Russian Government Scholarship.
Deadline for Applications in 2018
For applicants for Russian Government scholarship:
February 12 – June 8
Applying if you want to study on a paid basis, do the following:
Applying on Fee-paying Basis
- Create a Personal Account
- Fill in an Application Form in your Personal Account
- Upload the required application documents to your Personal Account
Required documents are listed on the official SPbU website. - Admission tests
Tests are designed to evaluate your creative (professional) skills and/or knowledge. All admission tests are held in Russian except for programmes taught in a foreign language. Please, note that titles of admission tests are active links to the list of requirements, recommended literature, and, in some cases, sample tests.
- for Bachelor & Specialist degree programme
- for Master degree programme are in form of competitive selection of documents (portfolios)
- Motivation letter;
- Essay (topics)
- Evaluation criteria for documents and personal achievements
- for aspirantura programmes for training research and training staff competitive selection of documents (portfolios)
- Motivation letter;
- applicant’s description of the prospective research;
- A CV containing information on academic (professional) training, research and achievements, professional experience, etc.;
- applicant’s thesis abstract.
- Evaluation criteria for documents and personal achievements
If you have successfully completed the application process and succeeded in admission tests, sign the Agreement on Education.
For more information please study Regulations for admission: Bachelor Programmes, Specialist Degree Programmes, Master Programmes, Aspirantura Programmes.
Deadline for Applications in 2018
For applicants on fee-paying basis:
February 1 – July 6
Costs
2018–2019 tuition fees, rubles per year
Expected tuition fee for Master studies For international students including stateless persons is between: 190 300-384 800. This depends on the field of study.
Students Housing
Accommodation at SPbU’s halls of residence is provided to all international students on main educational programmes of higher and middle level professional education. Halls of residence are located in the historical centre of St Petersburg and in Peterhof. The Peterhof campus is a comfortable, safe and secure environment within walking distance of the University buildings. The halls have all the necessary amenities, including network connection.
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