According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, Russia is considered the most educated country in the world, ahead of Canada, Japan, Israel and the United States. In Russia, more than 50% of the population have higher education. Every year more than 270,000 people from 168 different countries come to Russian universities to receive higher education. Education in Russia has many advantages.

1. Good fundamental education

In Russia, you can get a high-quality basic education in all disciplines. Russia is especially famous for its scientific achievements in the field of higher mathematics and natural sciences. The choice of educational programs for foreign applicants is large – 741 universities from Kaliningrad to Vladivostok.

Applicants have the opportunity to complete training programs before entering the university, as well as Russian language courses, a professional retraining and advanced training program.

2. The opportunity to study for free

Russia is among the countries where foreigners can get free education on the basis of state funding. Every year, several thousand budget places in Russian universities are allocated for foreign students by the Russian Government. On a par with Russian citizens, foreigners can get budget places.

Also, if you win or take a prize in university academic competitions, you can get other benefits when entering the university.

Worth noticing special benefits for students. They relate to travel on public transport, discounts on visits to museums, theaters, concerts, libraries, parks and other public places.

3. Variety of educational programs

Due to the fact that Russian universities cooperate with foreign universities and provide joint training programs, it is possible to obtain two diplomas at once – Russian and diploma of other country.

4. Innovative technologies

Russia pays special attention to technological equipment. Universities have modern laboratories, research centers and much more.

5. Bright student life

There are various types of extracurricular activities for students. For example, sports competitions, various scientific Olympiads, student holidays and festivals. Almost every university has its own sports sections, volunteer associations, construction teams, theater studios, etc.