Mari State University
Yoshkar-Ola, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 10,000
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1972
Overview
Established in 1972 under the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Mari State University is a classical university located in Yoshkar-Ola, the capital of the Mari El Republic. The university has grown into a significant educational and research hub, comprising multiple faculties and institutes. It offers a diverse array of programs across fields such as medicine, engineering, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. MarSU is widely recognized for its medical programs, which attract a significant number of international students. The university maintains strong academic standards and provides modern infrastructure, including laboratories and clinical training facilities. It is committed to fostering global academic partnerships and providing quality education to both domestic and international students.
Fields of study
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Chemistry
- Ecology
- Biology
- Agriculture
- Veterinary Medicine
- Agricultural Engineering
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Information Technologies
- Economics
- International Relations
- Museology
- Linguistics
- Pedagogy
- Psychology
- Physical Education
- Law
- History
- Philology
Accreditation: Federal Service for Supervision in Education and Science (Rosobrnadzor), Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- August 15
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- inter_office@marsu.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 for international students is often quoted in USD; domestic tuition is in Russian Rubles.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Medicine (opens in a new tab) | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Pediatrics (opens in a new tab) | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
