Quick Summary
Since 1886, Saint-Petersburg Electrotechnical University LETI has been one of Russia's prominent publics, based in Saint Petersburg. Ranked #701-710 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 10000 students including 21% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering & Technology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
LETI is the birthplace of radio and a leader in electronics and automation, offering high-quality technical education in a historic European city.
Subject Strengths
Electrical and Electronic EngineeringComputer ScienceEngineering & TechnologyPhysics and Astronomy
Founded1886
TypePublic
Total Students10000
Intl Students21%
Faculty Ratio10.5
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban
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
#701-710
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Specialist, PhD, Language Prep
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Research Institute of Radio Engineering and Telecommunications, Research Institute of Bioengineering Systems
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 Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the Rossotrudnichestvo scholarship for full funding. Early submission of translated and legalized documents is critical.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽295,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽440,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽320,000/yr
per year · RUB
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽735,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Specialist, PhD, Language Prep programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Radio Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bioengineering Systems | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electronics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Information Systems and Technologies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Gazprom, Rosatom, and Siemens
Industry Connections
GazpromBoschHuaweiIntelRosenergoatom
Notable Alumni
Alexander Popov, Zhores Alferov, Valery Shubin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Football pitch, volleyball courts, swimming pool access, martial arts hall
Student Clubs
Student Council, Art Center, Sports Club, International Student Association
Library Resources
Over 1.2 million volumes, access to IEEE and Springer databases
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available