Quick Summary
Public in Saratov, Russia — National Research Saratov State University, est. 1909. Ranked #601-610 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18200 students including 11% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the few universities in Russia with National Research status and a top-tier physics department.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsAstronomyMathematicsChemistryComputer Science
Founded1909
TypePublic
Total Students18200
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size95 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
#601-610
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Research Institute of Physics, Research Institute of Chemistry, Mechanics and Physics Research Institute
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 Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit legalized educational documents early; proficiency in Russian is highly recommended for non-English programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽215,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽380,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽250,000/yr
per year · RUB
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽630,000/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's, Master's, Specialist, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Theoretical Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Information Technology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Applied Mathematics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Philology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$13,500
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with regional IT clusters and federal research institutes.
Industry Connections
RosatomRostecYandexGazprom
Notable Alumni
Nikolay Semyonov (Nobel Prize in Chemistry), Aleksey Fedorov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University stadium, swimming pool, indoor sports complex, specialized gyms
Student Clubs
Student Scientific Society, International Student Council, Folk Dance Ensemble, Drama Theater
Library Resources
SSU Scientific Library containing over 3.2 million copies including rare manuscripts.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, DAAD, bilateral agreements with universities in Germany, China, and France.
Summer Programs
Russian Language and Culture Summer School, International Physics Workshop