Quick Summary
Altai State University is a public founded in 1973, located in Barnaul, Russia. Ranked #711 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18500 students including 14.5% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Archaeology, Geography, History, it maintains an acceptance rate of 62%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A leading research hub in Siberia with unique expertise in Asian studies, biodiversity, and environmental monitoring near the Altai Mountains.
Subject Strengths
ArchaeologyGeographyHistoryBiotechnology
Founded1973
TypePublic
Total Students18500
Intl Students14.5%
Faculty Ratio13
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
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
#711
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,PhD,Specialist
Programs
54
PhD Programs
20
Online Programs
25
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Accreditation
04
Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate62%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 20
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should prepare for internal entrance examinations in their chosen subjects and ensure all transcripts are notarized in Russian.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽205,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽340,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽235,000/yr
per year · RUB
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽545,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,PhD,Specialist programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Informatics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Relations | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Sociology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Russian Academy of SciencesGazpromAltai-KoksSberbank
Notable Alumni
Alexander Karlin,Viktor Tomenko
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stadium,Swimming Pool,Fitness Center,Ski Lodge
Student Clubs
50
Library Resources
1300000
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available