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Study Natural Sciences in Russia 🇷🇺

Russia offers 96 Natural Sciences programs across 38 universities. Tuition ranges from $3k–$260k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

96 Programs
38 Universities
$3k–$260k/yr Tuition
100% STEM
5% Scholarships

Why Russia for Natural Sciences?

Living Cost

$6,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (39) Master (32) PhD (25)

Top Universities for Natural Sciences in Russia

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Moscow · National rank #1 · QS #105

PhD in Biology · PhD Biology · PhD Genetics · Master Soil Science · Bachelor
Saint Petersburg State University

Saint Petersburg · National rank #2 · QS #375

Molecular Biology and Biotechnology · Master Biology · Bachelor PhD in Biology · PhD Biotechnology · Master PhD in Biological Sciences · PhD
Tomsk State University

Tomsk · National rank #4 · QS #499

Biology · Bachelor Environmental Management and Sustainable Development · Master Biotechnology · Master Ecology · PhD
Novosibirsk State University

Novosibirsk · National rank #5 · QS #461

Biology · Bachelor Molecular Biology · PhD
Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT)

Dolgoprudny · National rank #5 · QS #477

Biotechnology · PhD Biotechnology and Bioengineering · PhD
Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

Moscow · National rank #9 · QS #367

Agrobiotechnology · Bachelor Biotechnology of Plants · Bachelor Ecology and Nature Management · Bachelor
Tomsk Polytechnic University

Tomsk · National rank #9 · QS #688

Biotechnology · Bachelor
Ural Federal University

Yekaterinburg · National rank #10 · QS #519

Biotechnology · Master
Siberian Federal University

Krasnoyarsk · National rank #12 · QS #1001

Ecology and Nature Management · Bachelor Ecology · PhD Biotechnology · Bachelor Ecology (Environmental Monitoring and Assessment) · Master
Mordovian State University

Saransk · National rank #17

Biology · Bachelor Ecology and Nature Management · Bachelor
Ogarev Mordovia State University

Saransk · National rank #17

Biology · Bachelor
South Ural State University

Chelyabinsk · National rank #19 · QS #951

Ecology and Environmental Management · Master
Belgorod State University

Belgorod · National rank #21 · QS #1401

Biology · Bachelor Biotechnology · Master Biological Sciences · PhD
Saratov State University

Saratov · National rank #23 · QS #1001

Biotechnology · Master Genetics · PhD
Far Eastern Federal University

Vladivostok · National rank #24 · QS #731

Biotechnology · Master Marine Biology · Master Biology · Bachelor
Voronezh State University

Voronezh · National rank #24 · QS #1401

Biochemistry · PhD Ecology and Environmental Management · Master Biology · Bachelor
Lobachevsky University

Nizhny Novgorod · National rank #26 · QS #1001

Biology · Bachelor Molecular Biology · PhD Neurobiology · Master
Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University

Kaliningrad · National rank #28 · QS #951

Biology · PhD
Perm State University

Perm · National rank #35 · QS #1401

Biology · Bachelor Biological Sciences · PhD Ecology and Environmental Management · Master
Samara National Research University

Samara · National rank #36 · QS #1201

Bioecology · Bachelor Zoology · Bachelor Biochemistry · Bachelor Ecology · Master

All Programs

Ecology and Nature Management

Kalmyk State University

Bachelor STEM

Biological Sciences

Kalmyk State University

PhD STEM

Biology

Belgorod State University

Bachelor STEM

Biotechnology

Belgorod State University

Master STEM

Biological Sciences

Belgorod State University

PhD STEM

Biology

Perm State University

Bachelor STEM

Biological Sciences

Perm State University

PhD STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Perm State University

Master STEM

Biology

Kalmyk State University

Master STEM

General Biology

Kalmyk State University

PhD STEM

PhD in Biology

Lomonosov Moscow State University

PhD STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Tyumen State University

Master STEM

Biology

Tyumen State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Tver State University

Master STEM

Biology

Novosibirsk State University

Bachelor STEM

Molecular Biology

Novosibirsk State University

PhD STEM

Natural Sciences

Tambov State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology and Nature Management

Tyumen State University

Bachelor STEM

Biodiversity and Bioresources

Tyumen State University

Master STEM

Ecology

Tyumen State University

PhD STEM

Biology

Kuban State University

Bachelor STEM

General Biology

Kuban State University

PhD STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Kuban State University

Master STEM

Biotechnology

Far Eastern Federal University

Master STEM

Marine Biology

Far Eastern Federal University

Master STEM

Biology

Far Eastern Federal University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Ulyanovsk State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology (Molecular Biology)

Ulyanovsk State University

Master STEM

Biotechnology

Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia

Bachelor STEM

Biotechnology (PhD)

Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia

PhD STEM

Biology

Lobachevsky University

Bachelor STEM

Biotechnology

Ural Federal University

Master STEM

Molecular Biology

Lobachevsky University

PhD STEM

Neurobiology

Lobachevsky University

Master STEM

Biology

Bashkir State University

Bachelor STEM

Biodiversity and Bioresources

Bashkir State University

Master STEM

Biology

Ryazan State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology

Yaroslavl State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Yaroslavl State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Lomonosov Moscow State University

PhD STEM

Genetics

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Master STEM

Soil Science

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Bashkir State University

Master STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Yaroslavl State University

Master STEM

Ecology

Bashkir State University

PhD STEM

Agrobiotechnology

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Biotechnology of Plants

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Ecology and Nature Management

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Biotechnology

Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT)

PhD STEM

Biology

Tomsk State University

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Management and Sustainable Development

Tomsk State University

Master STEM

Biotechnology

Tomsk State University

Master STEM

Ecology

Tomsk State University

PhD STEM

Biotechnology and Bioengineering

Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT)

PhD STEM

Biology

Mordovian State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology and Nature Management

Mordovian State University

Bachelor STEM

Biotechnology

Tomsk Polytechnic University

Bachelor STEM

Bioecology

Samara National Research University

Bachelor STEM

Zoology

Samara National Research University

Bachelor STEM

Biochemistry

Samara National Research University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology

Samara National Research University

Master STEM

Ecology and Nature Management

Siberian Federal University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology

Siberian Federal University

PhD STEM

Biotechnology

Siberian Federal University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology (Environmental Monitoring and Assessment)

Siberian Federal University

Master STEM

Biochemistry

Voronezh State University

PhD STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Voronezh State University

Master STEM

Biology

Voronezh State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Mari State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology and Nature Management

Mari State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology (Research and Teaching)

Mari State University

Master STEM

PhD in Biology

Mari State University

PhD STEM

Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Saint Petersburg State University

Master STEM

Biology

Saint Petersburg State University

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Biology

Saint Petersburg State University

PhD STEM

Biotechnology

Saint Petersburg State University

Master STEM

PhD in Biological Sciences

Saint Petersburg State University

PhD STEM

Biological Sciences

Astrakhan State University

PhD STEM

Biology

Astrakhan State University

Master STEM

Biotechnology

Omsk State Technical University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Orel State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

South Ural State University

Master STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Irkutsk State University

Master STEM

Biology

Irkutsk State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology

Irkutsk State University

PhD STEM

Biology

Kemerovo State University

Bachelor STEM

Biological Sciences

Kemerovo State University

PhD STEM

Ecology and Environmental Management

Kemerovo State University

Master STEM

Biotechnology

Saratov State University

Master STEM

Genetics

Saratov State University

PhD STEM

Biology

Ogarev Mordovia State University

Bachelor STEM

Ecology and Nature Management

Volgograd State University

Master STEM

Biology

Volgograd State University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University

PhD STEM

Heat Power Engineering and Heat Technology

South-West State University

Master STEM Aid

Food Stuff of Plant Raw Materials Origin

South-West State University

Master STEM Aid

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Natural Sciences in Russia?
Tuition for Natural Sciences programs in Russia ranges from $3k–$260k/yr. 5% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $6k.
What are the English language requirements for Natural Sciences in Russia?
English-taught Natural Sciences programs in Russia typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Natural Sciences programs are in Russia?
Abroadly lists 96 Natural Sciences programs at 38 universities across Russia. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Natural Sciences programs in Russia STEM-designated?
100% of Natural Sciences programs in Russia carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Russia a good country for Natural Sciences students?
Russia is a strong choice for Natural Sciences with 38 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Russian, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Natural Sciences in Russia?
In Russia, Natural Sciences programs are offered at: Bachelor (39 programs), PhD (25 programs), Master (32 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.