Moldova State University
Chișinău, Moldova
Quick facts
- World rank
- #301
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- 80%
- Students
- 20,000
- International students
- 5%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1946
Overview
Moldova State University (USM) is the first and most prestigious higher education institution in the Republic of Moldova. Established in 1946, it has grown into a comprehensive research and teaching university with over 20,000 students and 14 faculties. The university follows the Bologna Process, offering three-year Bachelor's, two-year Master's, and three-year PhD programs. It is a member of the International Association of Universities and maintains a central, green campus in downtown Chișinău. The institution is committed to academic excellence, research, and international cooperation, providing diverse study opportunities in Romanian, Russian, and English.
Fields of study
- Biology
- Ecology
- Geography
- Chemistry
- Law
- Economics
- Management
- Finance
- Physics
- Engineering
- History
- Philosophy
- Journalism
- Communication Sciences
- Languages and Philology
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Psychology
- Education Sciences
- Sociology
- Social Assistance
- International Relations
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
- Physical Education
- Sport
- Physiotherapy
- Security Sciences
- Anthropology
Accreditation: Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Moldova
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- August 1
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- tatiana.racu@usm.md
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€1,000 – €2,000 / year
From about $1,080 / year
Domestic students
€1,000 – €2,000 / year
Tuition fees for foreign citizens (except citizens of Romania and Ukraine), academic year 2026, full-time studies: Preparatory year €1,000/year; Bachelor level €1,800/year; Master level €1,800/year; PhD studies €2,000/year. Citizens of Romania and Ukraine may have different rates.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANTHROPOLOGY (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| Biology (Biological Sciences) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| CULTURAL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| HISTORY (EDUCATION SCIENCES) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| Landscape Architecture (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| Molecular Biology (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| Philosophy (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| Physical Education (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
| Sports Management (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €1,800 / year | Jun 30, 2026 | 2026 |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.