Quick Summary
Public in Saint Petersburg, Russia — Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, est. 1797. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18500 students including 14% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Education, Training, Linguistics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 42%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the oldest and largest pedagogical universities in Russia, located in the heart of Saint Petersburg within a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Subject Strengths
EducationTrainingLinguisticsArts and HumanitiesPsychology
Founded1797
TypePublic
Total Students18500
Intl Students14%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size45 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Education,Bachelor of Linguistics,Master of Psychology,Master of Fine Arts,PhD in Pedagogy,PhD in Philology,Bachelor of Social Work
Programs
42
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Research Institute of Continuous Pedagogical Education, Center for International Cooperation
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 Rate42%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 20
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should prioritize the Russian Language Preparatory Program unless they have high-level proficiency certificates.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽345,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽500,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽380,000/yr
per year · RUB
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽860,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Education,Bachelor of Linguistics,Master of Psychology,Master of Fine Arts,PhD in Pedagogy,PhD in Philology,Bachelor of Social Work programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching and Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Russian as a Foreign Language | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Speech Therapy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Special Education | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with Saint Petersburg public and private schools, gymnasiums, and state educational agencies.
Industry Connections
Ministry of Education of RussiaUNESCOInternational Association of Universities
Notable Alumni
Alexander Herzen, Konstantin Ushinsky, Nikolai Zabolotsky
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor sports halls, fitness centers, athletics track, swimming pool access
Student Clubs
Student Council, Theater Studio, Folk Ensemble, Volunteer Center, Sports Club
Library Resources
Empress Maria Feodorovna Fundamental Library with over 3.2 million volumes
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Russian Language and Culture Summer School