Admiral Makarov State University of Maritime and Inland Shipping
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #4,300
- 2024
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 14,000
- International students
- 13%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1809
Overview
Admiral Makarov State University of Maritime and Inland Shipping (SUMIS) was formed in 2012 through the merger of the Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy and the Saint-Petersburg State University for Waterway Communications. Its historical roots date back to 1809. The university is widely considered the oldest and largest center for shipping industry personnel education in the Russian Federation. It trains highly qualified specialists for maritime and inland transportation, including engineers for nuclear-powered ships and personnel for the Northern Sea Route. Equipped with advanced simulators and modern laboratories, SUMIS meets international maritime conventions like STCW. Graduates are highly demanded by leading global shipping companies.
Fields of study
- Marine Engineering
- Shipbuilding
- Navigation
- Logistics
- Maritime Transport
- Hydrography
- Economics
- Computer Science
Accreditation: Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation; IMarEST (UK)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- October 31
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- rector@gumrf.ru
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
$2,800 – $5,500 / year
Domestic students
$2,800 – $5,500 / year
Foundation program for foreign students is 160,000 RUB. Regular tuition ranges between approximately $2,800 and $5,500 USD per year.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $2,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Hydrographic Support of Maritime Activities (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $2,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Information Systems and Technologies (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $2,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Law (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $2,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Marine Navigation (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | — | 66 months | $3,400 / year | Varies | September |
| Operation of Ship Electrical Equipment and Automation (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | — | 66 months | $3,400 / year | Varies | September |
| Operation of Ship Power Plants (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | — | 66 months | $3,400 / year | Varies | September |
| Radio Communication and Marine Electronic Navigation (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $2,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Shipbuilding, Ocean Engineering and System Engineering (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $2,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Technology of Transport Processes (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | $3,200 / year | Varies | September |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.