Applications are invited for full-tuition HSE Scholarships at the National Research University Higher School of Economics. These are merit-based scholarships open to international students for pursuing master’s programme in 2017-2018.
The National Research University Higher School of Economics is one of the leading and largest universities in Russia. The university specializes in economics, social sciences, mathematics, computer science, media communications and design.
Non-native English speakers must submit TOEFL, IELTS, or CAE test results (from no more than two years prior to the the application submission). Native English speakers, as well as students who have previously completed an entire degree exclusively in English, do not need to submit proof of their English ability.
National Research University Higher School of Economics Information
Founded in 1992, National Research University Higher School of Economics is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Moscow (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Saint Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Perm. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 26 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
Please note that scholarships cover only the cost of tuition (210,000 – 370,000 rubles) and that all other costs (including accomidation at HSE dormitories) must be covered by the student.
Application Process
Apply online using through the online application form. The standard attachments that students should be ready to upload include:
- Scan of the first page of your passport
- Abstract of your undergraduate thesis
- Scan of diplomas and academic transcripts (if you have not yet received your Bachelor’s diploma, please include an official copy of your most recent academic transcript)
- Letter of motivation (describing your reasons for applying in the context of your long-term career goals and background, 500 words)
- Resume/CV (including information about your education, professional, and research experience, as well as language proficiency and other skills)
- Exam results confirming language proficiency (optional)