Quick Summary
Sumy State University is a public founded in 1948, located in Sumy, Ukraine. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 12000 students including 15% from outside Ukraine. Known for strengths in Medicine, Computer Science, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-ranked Ukrainian university for research impact and high international rankings in THE and QS.
Subject Strengths
MedicineComputer ScienceEngineeringEconomicsManagement
Founded1948
TypePublic
Total Students12000
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio10
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsSumy Regional Clinical Hospital, University Clinic of SumDU
AccreditationMinistry of Education and Science of Ukraine, IAAR (International Accreditation), WFME for Medicine
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Doctor of Sciences
Programs
Available in 20+ specialties including Physics, Medicine, and Economics
PhD Programs
Extensive distance learning courses via the e-learning platform
Online Programs
Institute for Energy Efficient Technologies, Nanotechnology Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, IAAR (International Accreditation), WFME for Medicine
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate70%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · November 01
SPRINGApplication Deadline · March 01
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare documents for nostrification early and check the latest visa regulations due to regional status.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Ukrainian Hryvnia
UG Tuition
₴100,000/yr
per year · UAH
Living Cost
₴96,000/yr
per year · UAH
PG Tuition
₴120,000/yr
per year · UAH
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₴200,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · UAH
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$800
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students and specific state-funded quotas
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, PhD, Doctor of Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Philology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local industries and medical institutions
Industry Connections
Collaboration with IT clusters and engineering firms
Notable Alumni
Anatoliy Yepifanov, Oleg Gushchyk
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Swimming pool, athletics arena, specialized gyms
Student Clubs
Student self-government, cultural center, debate club
Library Resources
Electronic library with over 3 million access points
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, DAAD, Fullbright
Summer Programs
International summer schools in IT and Medicine