Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN)

The Peoples' Friendship University of Russia has the status of a state higher education institution, where it is possible to obtain a quality education. The activity of the Friendship University of Russia (RUDN) began back in the time of the Soviet Union, in 1960. The main buildings of the university are located in the Russian capital - in Moscow.

Throughout its existence, this institution was considered one of the most prestigious places of admission for Russian students. Such popularity can be confirmed by the national rating list of universities, which contains RUDN in the top twenty of the best universities in Russia.

RUDN University has 17 faculties and institutes in its structure:

• Faculty of Economics,
• Faculty of Philology,
• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences,
• Faculty of Physics, Mathematics and Natural Sciences,
• Faculty of Artificial Intelligence,
• Higher School of Management,
• Engineering Academy,
• Medical Institute,
• Law Institute,
• Institute of Foreign Languages,
• Institute of Ecology,
• Agrarian and Technological Institute,
• Institute of the Russian Language,
• Institute of World Economy and Business,
• Institute of Pharmacy and Biotechnology,
• Institute of Foreign Economic Security and Customs Affairs,
• Educational and Scientific Institute of Comparative Educational Policy.

Educational programs cover bachelor's, specialist, master's, postgraduate, and residency levels in Russian and English. Double degree programs with foreign universities are also offered.

RUDN is among the leading universities in Russia and the world. According to 2026 data:

• 10th place in the National University Rankings (Interfax),
• 20th place in the world among «green» universities (the «greenest» university in Russia),
• 359th place in the world ranking of best universities (3rd among Russian universities),
• 70th place in QS World University Rankings in mathematics (2nd among Russian universities),
• 8th place in the «Three Missions of the University» ranking in mathematics,
• 129th place in U.S. News Subject Rankings in mathematics 2026–2027,
• Top 5 for graduate employment,
• Top 10 for digital reputation,
• Leader in international research,
• Leading university in Russia for engagement with international alumni,
• Best university for training chemists and lawyers.

RUDN centers operate in 37 countries worldwide. 

• RUDN was founded in 1960 during the existence of the Soviet Union as a university of international cooperation. Historically, the university has welcomed students from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe.
• In 2016, the university underwent a rebranding: its corporate identity, mission, values, and positioning were updated.
• RUDN is among the ten universities in the world that participated in the pilot project of the Magna Charta «Living Values». The curator of RUDN was the President of the Magna Charta Council, Professor Sijbolt Noorda.
• The Institute of Foreign Languages maintains partnerships with academic, scientific, and diplomatic organizations from more than 25 countries worldwide.
• The campus is home to the Southwest Forest Park: running routes of 1,400 and 2,300 meters have been laid along the Smorodinka River.
• Every year, RUDN hosts the «Planet RUDN» tournament: as part of it, simultaneous chess sessions are organized with grandmasters and public figures.

RUDN has a well-developed campus infrastructure. The campus has dormitories, managed by a dedicated university housing and support service. Students have access to an academic library with an extensive collection of literature and periodicals.

• Student life at RUDN is rich with a variety of events.

• For undergraduate students, sports — is a compulsory discipline.

• The university has over 20 sports sections: badminton, basketball, volleyball, chess, martial arts, powerlifting, table tennis, yoga, darts and others.

• Physical education class attendance — 86–90 %.

• The best students are part of national teams and achieve victories at the international level.

• RUDN has a well-developed student self-governance system.

• Among regular events:

  • scientific conferences,
  • olympiads, including the international RUDN Math Olymp and RUDN Junior Math Olymp,
  • Speed Integration Championship,
  • volunteer projects,
  • meetings with employers,
  • science festivals.

• Academic mobility programs help broaden horizons and develop international competencies.

The educational institution has average sizes. To comprehend science and acquire knowledge here at the same time can about 18,000 students, of which a fairly large number of foreign nationals (according to statistics - on average about 20% are guests from abroad). The pedagogical staff includes almost 2,200 teachers. Some of them are invited specialists from universities of other countries. The constant practice of the university is sending students abroad for education under the international student exchange program. To learn more about the educational process at the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, it is worthwhile to visit the social pages related to this university.

Such a powerful educational institution can not exist without a solid academic library with a huge literary base and many years of periodicals. It is here that students replenish their knowledge.

The University is a permanent member of the EUA network.

The RUDN campus is located in Moscow and includes a modern Sports and Recreation Complex (SRC). It comprises:

• open and multipurpose stadiums,
• 2 sports halls for basketball, volleyball, and badminton,
• a covered 200-meter athletics track,
• 11 tennis courts (3 indoor and 8 outdoor),
• a cardio zone,
• a chess club,
• a ski storage facility for 350 pairs of skis,
• a football/hockey rink,
• specialized halls for martial arts, boxing, and fitness.

The laboratories of the Institute of Ecology and the Faculty of Physical, Mathematical and Natural Sciences are equipped with modern analytical equipment and host research laboratories, including «Nonlinear and Nonlocal Problems» and the Interdisciplinary Center «Mathematical Modeling in Biomedicine».

RUDN graduates are in demand in the labor market: the university consistently ranks among the top 5 Russian universities in terms of graduate employment. The number of graduates exceeds 200,000 people, many of whom hold leadership positions in Russia and abroad.

Among potential employers are the largest Russian and international companies: Yandex, Sberbank, VTB, Gazprombank, the Central Bank of the Russian Federation, Rosatom, Rosneft, RusHydro, the National Research Center «Kurchatov Institute», federal government bodies, diplomatic structures, and international organizations. The Department for Internship Organization and Graduate Employment Support provides assistance to students at all stages of their career path.

The admission process (especially for foreigners) should be clarified on the university's website. The acquisition of knowledge is carried out within two semesters, which form the academic year.

The cost of acquiring knowledge within the walls of the university by the world standards is average. Mastering the course of disciplines in the undergraduate program will cost $ 5,000 per year. Postgraduate education in the master's program will cost less - $ 3,000. for one academic year.

It should be borne in mind that the figures given are exemplary. All questions related to the receipt and nuances of payment can be found by going to the official site of RUDN.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision