Quick Summary
Public in Kyiv, Ukraine โ Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, est. 1834. Ranked #701-710 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 26000 students including 10% from outside Ukraine. Known for strengths in Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the leading national university in Ukraine, offering a blend of historic prestige and high-tier research output in Eastern Europe.
Subject Strengths
MathematicsPhysicsAstronomyModern LanguagesComputer ScienceChemistry
Founded1834
TypePublic
Total Students26000
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio10
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban distributed
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Clinic of KNU
AccreditationMinistry of Education and Science of Ukraine
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#701-710
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Doctor of Science
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Astronomical Observatory,Maksymovych Scientific Library,Fomin Botanical Garden,Institute of Biology and Medicine
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit documents through the Unified State Electronic Database (EDEBO). International students should coordinate directly with the Center for International Education.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Ukrainian Hryvnia
UG Tuition
โด100,000/yr
per year ยท UAH
Living Cost
โด180,000/yr
per year ยท UAH
PG Tuition
โด120,000/yr
per year ยท UAH
Application Fee
$50
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
โด282,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท UAH
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Doctor of Science programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International Relations | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Cybernetics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
GoogleMicrosoftSamsung R&DEPAM SystemsNational Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Notable Alumni
Leonid Kravchuk,Mykhailo Hrushevskyi,Maryna Viazovska,Mikhail Saakashvili,Viacheslav Chornovil
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Stadium,Swimming Pool,Sport Complex 'Planeta',Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Student Parliament,Debate Club,Vezha Student Media,KNU Choir,Tourist Club
Library Resources
Maksymovych Scientific Library with over 3.5 million volumes,Digital Archive
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available