Quick Summary
Since 2010, The Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration has been one of Russia's prominent publics, based in Moscow. The institution enrolls approximately 180000 students, with 5% being international. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Social Sciences and Management, Politics and International Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the largest socio-economic and humanities university in Russia and Europe, specifically designed to train the nation's political and business elite.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesSocial Sciences and ManagementPolitics and International StudiesEconomics & Econometrics
Founded2010
TypePublic
Total Students180000
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size35 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationAACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, MBA, Executive MBA, Vocational Training
Programs
Economics, Law, Sociology, Political Science, History, Philosophy
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Center for Institutional Analysis, Center for Socio-Economic Research, Institute of Applied Economic Research
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, 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 Rate15%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMAT550
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 20
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should prepare for the Russian Government Scholarship (Quota) early. Focus on strong performance in the Unified State Exam or internal entrance exams for self-funded students.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽420,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽550,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽510,000/yr
per year · RUB
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽1,024,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidRussian Government Quota, Academy Merit Scholarships, Regional Grants
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, MBA, Executive MBA, Vocational Training programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Public Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Relations | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Digital Transformation | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHighly active with Russian federal ministries and state-owned corporations.
Industry Connections
SberbankGazpromRosneftMinistry of Economic DevelopmentMinistry of Finance
Notable Alumni
Mikhail Mishustin, Anton Siluanov, Valentina Matviyenko
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Swimming pool, gym, football pitch, martial arts hall
Student Clubs
Student Council, Debate Club, Business Club, International Student Association
Library Resources
Presidential Library access, Scientific Library with 3 million+ items, digital research databases
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Russian Language and Culture Summer School, International Summer Campus