Quick Summary
Public federal university in Vladivostok, Russia — Far Eastern Federal University, est. 1899. Ranked #542 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21000 students including 17% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Physics and Astronomy, Mathematics, Petroleum Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 62%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Unique location on Russky Island, world-class modern facilities, and a strategic focus on Asia-Pacific relations.
Subject Strengths
Physics and AstronomyMathematicsPetroleum EngineeringLinguistics
Founded1899
TypePublic Federal University
Total Students21000
Intl Students17%
Faculty Ratio11:1
CampusIsland Campus
Campus Size800,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsFEFU Medical Center
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#542
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD, MBA
Programs
Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, Political Science
PhD Programs
Master of Science in Data Science, Digital Business
Online Programs
Institute of Life Sciences, Center for Genomic and Regenerative Medicine
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate62%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong emphasis is placed on performance in the Unified State Exam (EGE) or internal entrance exams for international students.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽345,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽410,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽380,000/yr
per year · RUB
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽758,600/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableRussian Government Quota, FEFU Global Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$2,200
Financial AidFederal grants and merit-based stipends for full-time students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD, MBA programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International Relations | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| General Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Marine Biology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Software Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,500
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementCollaborations with Rosneft, Sberbank, and Shvabe Holding
Industry Connections
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)ASEAN University Network
Notable Alumni
Vladimir Miklushevsky, Igor Pushkaryov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Swimming pools, track and field stadium, tennis courts, yacht club
Student Clubs
FEFU Creative Center, Model UN, Science Slam FEFU
Library Resources
Scientific Library with over 2 million physical items and global database access
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, bilateral agreements with Waseda University and Peking University
Summer Programs
Russian Language and Culture Summer School