LIVING COST IN RUSSIA

Living Cost for International Students in Russia

HousingStudents live in the residence hall the first three days after arrival to get accustomed to the program, then they have two housing options:
Residence hallHoused in the comfortable residence hall for foreign students at most of the Universities, students live in 2-room suites (two students per room, four students per suite) with kitchenette (stove and refrigerator), toilet and bathtub/shower in each suite. The residence hall has LAN connections in all rooms so students are advised to bring a laptop computer with them. The initial set-up fee is $10, with a $5 per month user fee and 4cts per gigabyte of traffic ($7-$10 per month depending on the numbers of hours of use). Students will also be able to use their laptops for writing papers and entertainment (Music, DVD and digital photography). Students must keep their laptops locked up when not in use.
HomestayStudents who choose to live in a Russian home receive breakfast with the host. Living with a Russian family gives students a tremeAndous opportunity to improve their Russian language skills and to experience a significant amount of Russian culture and cuisine. Students must request to live in a homestay at the time of application. Most homestays are mostly located 20-25 minutes by public transportation or 30 minutes walk from the Universities.
Meal allowanceStudents receive a monetary allowance to purchase meals in cafés or the University cafeteria, or they can cook their own meals in their dorm kitchenette. Homestay students can use the funds to pay the family directly for lunch or dinner. This arrangement is easier for students, as they do not have to budget cash for meals each week.

LIST OF UNIVERSITIES IN RUSSIA

Russian Universities and Colleges with link to their respective websites

Altay State University
Chuvashiya State University
Far Eastern State University
Kabardino-Balcarian State University
Kaliningrad State University
Kazan University
Lomonosow Moscow State University
Moscow Bauman State Technical University
Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
Novgorod State University
Novosibirsk State Technical University
Novosibirsk State University
Omsk State Technical University
Russian Academy of Sciences
St. Petersburg State Technical University
St. Petersburg University
Tomsk State University
Tyumen State University
University of Pereslavl
Yakutsk State University
Yaroslavl State University
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ADMISSION IN RUSSIA

Instructions about the method to get admission in Russian Universities

To get admitted in educational institutions in Russia, students must have completed secondary level education. There is a compulsory pre-academic year for those who do not know Russian or/and for those with weak pre-university training. They must successfully pass the entrance exams. Foreign applicants entering universities should not be older than 28 (35 for doctoral studies, Aspirantura).
Entry regulationsStudent visa and financial guarantees.
Language requirementsPre-academic year to study. Russian.
Application proceduresApply to individual institution for entry to all higher education institutions and to all academic and pre-academic program. Apply to national body for entry to higher education institutions.
Apply to:Ministry of Education of the Russian FederationShabolovka 33Moscow 113819
Russian Federation
Tel: +7(095) 9545-127
Fax: +7(095) 2375-400
Application closing datesFor non-university level (technical/vocational type) studies: 15 JulFor university level studies: 1 AprFor advanced/doctoral studies: 1 Apr
Recognition of studies & qualificationsStudies pursued in home country: Higher education institutions that are accredited by the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation may issue State Diplomas which are recognized within the country. Non-accredited educational institutions issue their own non-state diplomas which are not officially recognized. Studies pursued in foreign countries (bodies dealing with recognition of foreign credentials): Division of International Education and Cooperation of the Ministry of Education Head:
Nikolay ZverevShabolovka
33Moscow 113819
Russian Federation
Tel: +7(095) 9545-469
Fax: +7(095) 9545-353
E-mail: Zverev@ed.gov.ru

RUSSIA

COUNTRY FACTS
Capital:Moscow
Population:144,526,280
Area:17,075,200 sq km
Language:Russian, Tatar, Ukrainian
Religion:Orthodox (Russian) Christian, Muslim, Atheist
Continent:Europe

WHY STUDY IN RUSSIA?
Russia has a long and honourable tradition in education. The Russian qualifications are recognized and respected throughout the world. Besides the breathtaking scenic beauty, dense historic past and cultural richness, Russia consists some of the oldest universities in the world.
Russia is subsidized by the state and thus provides good value for money by offering internationally recognized degrees at affordable costs. Especially due to achievement in high level studies including efficiency in engineering and in scientific research, the country is now recognized as a popular destination for many students around the world.

STUDENT VISA PROCESS

Process to obtain Polish Student Visa for international students

Students must obtain a Polish visa in order to enter and stay in Poland legally. Visa approval to access Poland gives right of stay on the territory of the Republic of Poland only. Students intending to study in Polish University needs below mentioned documents to obtain the polish student visa.
Documents Required
Passport (must be valid for 3 months after planned departure from Poland).
One passport-size photo.
Completed application form.
Evidence of immigration status in country of residence, endorsed in current or previous passport (if applicable).
Fee, payable by cash/postal order.
Accommodation booking or invitation from friends or family in Poland.
An official letter from a college or university.
Transport documentation, such as a rail or aeroplane ticket.
Applications submitted without these requirements will not be considered by the Consular offices and will be returned to the applicant. Holders of Polish visa are still subject to immigration control at the Polish border and are not guaranteed entry. All visitors must possess sufficient funds to cover the cost of their stay.

FINANCIAL AIDS

Scholarships and Financial aid available for International Students in Poland

To support your studies in Poland many grants and scholarships are available from different organizations. These grants and scholarships can support you financially.
In Poland, the students who have full time jobs are not eligible for the scholarships or any financial aid in most cases. However there are lots of scholarship opportunities available in Poland.
For scholarships, students must contact the admission department of the Respective Universities of Poland.

LIST OF UNIVERSITIES IN POLAND

Polish Universities and Colleges with link to their respective websites

Academy of Economics, Wroclaw
Adam Mickiewicz University
American Academy of English
College of Science, Warsaw
Cracow University of Technology
Franco-Polish School of New Information and Communication Technologies
Gdansk Medical Academy
Gdansk Technical University
Gdynia Maritime Academy
Jagiellonian University
Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski (KUL)
Lodz Technical University
Maria Curie-Sklodowska University
Nicolaus Copernicus University
Pedagogical University of Krakow
Politechnika Poznanska
Politechnika Szczeciñska
Silesian Technical University
Stanislaw Staszic University of Mining And Metallurgy
Uniwersytetu Gdanskiego
Warsaw School of Economics
Warsaw University
Warsaw University of Technology
Wroclaw Technical University

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