Quick Summary
South Ural State University is a public research university founded in 1943, located in Chelyabinsk, Russia. Ranked #901-950 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 10% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Leader in Industry 4.0 and digital transformation research in Russia
Subject Strengths
Mechanical EngineeringPhysicsAstronomyComputer Science
Founded1943
TypePublic Research University
Total Students28500
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban campus with 30+ buildings
Affiliated HospitalsRegional Clinical Hospital partnerships
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#901-950
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Supercomputing Center, Nanotechnology Center, Center of Composite Materials
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 Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit applications early for state-funded places. Focus on technical background for engineering faculties.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽250,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽360,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽280,000/yr
per year · RUB
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽625,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableRussian Government Scholarship, SUSU Merit Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidState social grants for eligible students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechatronics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Metallurgical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with Roscosmos, Rosatom, and KAMAZ
Industry Connections
EmersonSMS GroupSiemensKaspersky Lab
Notable Alumni
Viktor Khristenko, various ministers and industry CEOs
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-standard swimming pool, track and field stadium, fitness centers
Student Clubs
Robotics Club, Student Theater 'Mannequin', various sports teams
Library Resources
One of the largest scientific libraries in the region with 2 million+ items
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, bilateral agreements with 150+ universities globally
Summer Programs
Russian Language and Culture Summer School