Universities in Russia
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Russia. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Russian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Russia is home to 695 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 116 cities. Of these, 470 are public and 84 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Moscow State University (world rank #488). The oldest dates back to 1755. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Russia?
Our directory lists 695 universities and colleges in Russia across 116 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Russia?
Based on world ranking, Moscow State University is the highest-ranked institution in Russia in our directory (world rank #488).
Are there public and private universities in Russia?
Yes. Russia has 470 public and 84 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Russia?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Russia
Novosibirsk Institute of Economy, Psychology and Law
Novosibirsk, Novosibirsk, Russia
Economic and Law Institute in Moscow
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Jewish University in Moscow
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
North-Caucasian State Institute of Arts
Nal'chik, Russia
Kislovodsk Humanitarian and Technical Institute
Kislovodsk, Stavropol, Russia
Ural State Academy of Veterinary Medicine
Troitsk, Moscow, Russia
Vladimir Institute of Business
Vladimir, Vladimir, Russia
Baltic Institute of Economics and Finance
Kaliningrad, Kaliningrad, Russia
International Academy of Agrarian Education
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Ural Institute of the Stock Market
Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk, Russia
CPM Academy of Business
Saratov, Saratov, Russia
Yamal Multidisciplinary College
Salekhard, Yamalo-Nenets, Russia
Naryan-Mar Social and Humanitarian College
Naryan-Mar, Russia
Saint Petersburg Medical Technical Institute
St Petersburg, Russia
Southern Sakhalin Institute of Economics, Law and Computer Science
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Sakhalin, Russia
Tsaritsyn Orthodox University of St. Sergius of Radonezh
Volgograd, Volgograd Oblast, Russia
East-Siberian Institute of Economics and Management
Yakutsk, Sakha, Russia
Kaliningrad Frontier Institute of the Federal Security Service of Russia
Kaliningrad, Kaliningrad, Russia
Vjatka Social Economics Institute
Kirov, Kirov, Russia
International East-European University
Izhevsk, Udmurt, Russia