Quick Summary
I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, in Moscow, Russia, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1758. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 19000 students including 25% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Medicine, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Life Sciences & Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Oldest and most prestigious medical school in Russia with a world-class clinical base and English-taught programs.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePharmacy & PharmacologyLife Sciences & Medicine
Founded1758
TypePublic
Total Students19000
Intl Students25%
Faculty Ratio8.5
CampusCity Campus
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsClinical Center of Sechenov University (19 clinics, 3000+ beds)
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, World Federation for Medical Education (WFME)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD, Residency
Programs
Available in over 60 clinical and experimental specialties
PhD Programs
Available (distance learning modules in Public Health and Health Management)
Online Programs
Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Institute for Personalized Medicine, Research Center for Molecular Medicine
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, World Federation for Medical Education (WFME)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare early for the entrance examinations in Chemistry and Biology; prioritize legalization/apostille of documents.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽780,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽450,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽870,000/yr
per year · RUB
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽1,234,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableRussian Government Scholarship (Global Education Program), University Internal Grants
Avg Scholarship$3,000
Financial AidAvailable for high-achieving students via state quotas
Work-StudyLimited (mostly research assistantships)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD, Residency programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dentistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pediatrics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementGuaranteed clinical rotations in the University Clinical Center
Industry Connections
RosatomRostecRussian Academy of SciencesSanofiPfizer
Notable Alumni
Anton Chekhov, Ivan Sechenov, Nikolay Pirogov, Leo Boqueria
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Phoenix Sports Center, swimming pool, stadium, fitness halls
Student Clubs
Medical Volunteer Movement, Student Scientific Society, International Student Union
Library Resources
Central Medical Library (one of the largest in Europe)
Exchange Programs
ERASMUS+, IFMSA, partnerships with universities in China, Germany, and USA
Summer Programs
Sechenov International Biomedical Summer School