Five Common Myths about Studying in Russia

Five Common Myths about Studying in Russia

Myth #1- Education in Russia will be expensive

Studying in Russia might actually work out to be cheaper than in your home country. Tuition fees are very reasonable. Even a prestigious school like HSE University costs as little as $3200 to $7800 per year, with full-tuition and partial-tuition scholarships available for international students. And living expenses are extremely low. A university dormitory room can usually be secured for a small, nominal fee, while a room in a Moscow apartment will be around ?175/month. Studio apartments often cost no more than $300-450/month (though this depends on the part of town, of course).

Myth #2 - The Russian language will be a struggle

Russian is the eighth most spoken language in the world, and the prominence of Russian business and culture is increasing all the time. Learning to speak Russian in Russia will allow you to pick it up quickly and to speak it authentically—the way real Russians speak it. Some universities offer a wide range of Russian language courses for international students. For instance, HSE University provides Russian as a Foreign Language and Preparatory Year programs. There is also a wide range of HSE master’s programs taught entirely in English, thereby allowing you to study in a familiar language while you develop your Russian skills outside of class.

Myth #3 - Russian universities have complicated admission procedures

Applying to a Russian university is not so different from applying to one in Europe or the States. Year after year, admissions offices streamline the enrollment process to make it as smooth as possible for international applicants. Students can apply and provide all the necessary documents online. And you can expect to be supported through the process by local administrative staff. HSE University employees are happy to answer your queries in English and are capable of providing all the information and support that you might need. In addition, university staff will supply you with your visa invitation and walk you through the state regulations for your stay in Russia.

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