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
Altai State Pedagogical University
Barnaul, Altai, Russia
Arctic State Agrotechnological University
Yakutsk, Sakha, Russia
Altai State Academy of Education
Biisk, Russia
Amur State University of Humanities and Pedagogy
Komsomolsk-on-Amur, Khabarovsk, Russia
St. Johns River State College
Palatka, Magadan, Russia
Adyghe State University
Maykop, Adygea, Russia
National Research University Higher School of Economics
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Eckerd College
Saint Petersburg, Saint Petersburg, Russia
University of Idaho
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Belgorod State Agricultural University
Belgorod, Belgorod, Russia
St.Tikhon's Orthodox University
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Moscow Aviation Institute
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
North-Western State Medical University named after I.I. Mechnikov
St Petersburg, Russia
University of Technology
Korolyov, Moscow, Russia
Bashkir State University
Ufa, Bashkortostan, Russia
Nizhny Novgorod State Pedagogical University
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry
Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Pushkin Leningrad State University
Pushkin, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Ufa State Aviation Technical University
Ufa, Bashkortostan, Russia
Siberian State Aerospace University
Krasnoyarsk, Krasnoyarsk, Russia
