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Leningrad State University

Saint Petersburg, Russia

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Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
—
Students
3,500
International students
0%
Institution type
Public
Founded
1992

Overview

Pushkin Leningrad State University is a prominent public higher education institution based in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Originally founded in 1992 as the Leningrad Oblast Pedagogical Institute, it was later renamed in honor of the Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as well as vocational and continuing education. It is recognized as one of the largest educational and research hubs in the North-West of Russia. The institution is committed to providing high-quality academic training and fostering research across multiple disciplines. It maintains a selective admission policy based on academic performance and entrance examinations.

Fields of study

  • Education
  • Humanities
  • Social Sciences
  • Natural Sciences

Accreditation: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
—
TOEFL iBT (minimum)
—
GPA (minimum)
—
Intakes
Fall
Application deadlines
Varies by program
Rolling admissions
No
Admissions contact
priem@lengu.ru

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

Varies by program

Domestic students

Varies by program

Tuition fees vary by program and residency status; contact the admissions office for details.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.