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Russian Government Scholarship (Open Doors)
by Ministry of Science and Higher Education Russia
🏆 Fully Funded 🟢 Active 🎓 Masters/PhD 🌍 Russia
82%
Match
Competitiveness: Medium
Win Probability: 18%  ·  Effort: 6/10  ·  Reward: 10/10
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Award Amount
Full tuition + RUB 1,500-
Duration
3-5 years
Deadline
December-February
Level
Masters/PhD
Acceptance
15-35%
Difficulty
Moderate

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Instant Application Intelligence

82%
Eligibility Match
18%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
20–35 hours
Time Required
10/10
Reward Score
📋 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Full tuition + RUB 1,500-7,000/month
⏱
Duration
3-5 years
📍
Study Country
Russia
🏛️
Provider
Ministry of Science and Higher Education Russia
🎓
Level
Masters/PhD
📖
Fields
All Fields
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies
📅
Deadline
December-February
Full scholarships for international students at Russian universities.
Who Should Apply
International students worldwide
Education Level
Masters/PhD
Eligible Fields
All Fields
Key Benefits
Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend
Tags
PhDMastersGovernment
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Data not publicly available
Applicants Last Year
Varies
Winners
15-35%
Acceptance Rate
Medium
Competition Level
Competition level: Medium — Acceptance rate: 15-35%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes
Living Stipend
Yes
Total Award
Full tuition + RUB 1,500-7,000/month
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes
💊 Health Insurance
Yes
🎁 Other Benefits
Networking; mentoring; research support (varies by programme)
🔄 Renewable
Yes (annual renewal)
📄 Application Requirements
Essay Required
Yes
Rec Letters
2 letters
Documents Required
  • CV / Resume
  • 2 letters Recommendation Letters
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • Yes
  • IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ (or language test for instruction language)
  • Interview: Some programmes
📋 Application Process:
1. Check eligibility criteria 2. Apply via official government portal or embassy 3. Submit required documents 4. Academic review 5. Interview (if required) 6. Award notification
Apply via the Open Doors olympiad or Russia Education portal
✅ Eligibility Deep Dive
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Worldwide
🎓 Academic Level
Masters/PhD
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ (or language test for instruction language)
🎂 Age Limit
None specified
💼 Work Experience
None required
🏆 Leadership
Preferred
💰 Financial Need
No
🎯 Target Students
International Students
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Check eligibility criteria
⏱ 1-2 weeks Medium
2
Apply via official government portal or embassy
⏱ 1-2 weeks High ⚠ Rejection Risk
3
Submit required documents
⏱ 1 week Medium
4
Academic review
⏱ 1 week Medium
5
Interview (if required)
⏱ Varies Medium ⚠ Rejection Risk
6
Award notification
⏱ Varies Medium
📅 Timeline
📅 Applications Open
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
⏰ Deadline
December-February
🎤 Interview
Some programmes
🎓 Study Starts
September/October or January (varies)
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
Applications Open
Prepare your documents and essays
December-February
Applications Close
Submit before this hard deadline
Some programmes
Interview / Shortlisting
Shortlisted candidates notified
After selection
Results Announced
Successful applicants notified
September/October or January (varies)
Study Begins
Course starts at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic excellence; clear study/research plan
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💹 Cost Analysis
Varies
Estimated Study Cost
Full tuition + RUB 1,500-7,000/month
Amount Covered
Minimal
Out of Pocket
Excellent
Value Rating
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
International students worldwide
The scholarship provides: Full tuition + RUB 1,500-7,000/month — Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend
The application deadline is: December-February. Check the official website for the most current information.
Competition level: Medium. Acceptance rate: 15-35%. A strong application is essential.
Yes (annual renewal)
Typically: academic transcripts, passport, English language scores, 2 letters, CV/resume, personal statement/essays. Check the official website for the exact list.
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Contact
scholarships@ministry-of-science-.org
Last updated: 2026-05-31
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