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
Moscow State University of Civil Engineering
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Financial University
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
East Siberian University of Economics and Law
Irkutsk, Russia
Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering
St Petersburg, Russia
Ural State Agrarian University
Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk, Russia
Sirius University of Science and Technology
Sochi, Krasnodar, Russia
Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University
Veliky Novgorod, Russia
Ural State University of Economics
Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk, Russia
Linguistics University of Nizhny Novgorod
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
Altai State University
Barnaul, Altai, Russia
Kuban State Agrarian University
Krasnodar, Krasnodar, Russia
Chechen State University
Grozny, Russia
Samara National Research University
Samara, Samara, Russia
Kursk State Medical University
Kursk, Kursk, Russia
Stavropol State Medical University
Stavropol, Russia
Kazan State Technological University
Kazan’, Russia
Kazan State Technical University named after A. N. Tupolev
Kazan’, Russia
Orenburg State University
Orenburg, Orenburg, Russia
Moscow City University
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Voronezh State Technical University
Voronezh, Voronezh, Russia
