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
Far Eastern State Institute of Arts
Vladivostok, Primorsky, Russia
Eastern Economics and Law Humanities
Ufa, Bashkortostan, Russia
Dmitri Hvorostovsky Siberian State Institute of Arts
Krasnoyarsk, Krasnoyarsk, Russia
Volgograd Municipal Institute of Arts
Volgograd, Volgograd Oblast, Russia
Smolensk State Academy of Physical Culture, Sport and Tourism
Smolensk, Smolensk, Russia
Siberian Institute of Business and Information Technologies
Omsk, Omsk, Russia
Shuya State Pedagogical University
Shuya, Ivanovo, Russia
Russian Academy of Advocacy and Notaries
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Kursk Institute of Management, Economics and Busines
Kursk, Kursk, Russia
South Ural State Institute of Arts named after P.I. Tchaikovsky
Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk, Russia
Volzhsky University after V.N. Tatischev
Tolyatti, Russia
State Musical Pedagogical Institute named M.M.Ippolitova-Ivanov
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Novosibirsk Humanitarian Institute
Novosibirsk, Novosibirsk, Russia
Sergiyev Posad Humanitarian Institute
Sergiyev Posad, Moscow, Russia
Far-Eastern Academy of Public Service
Khabarovsk, Khabarovsk, Russia
Dagestan State Agricultural Academy
Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia
Altai Economics and Law Institute
Barnaul, Altai, Russia
Komi State Pedagogical Institute
Syktyvkar, Komi, Russia
Stockholm School of Economics in Russia
St Petersburg, Russia
Voronezh Institute of Economics and Social Management
Voronezh, Voronezh, Russia
