Moscow Pedagogical State University
Moscow, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,201
- 2025
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 16,199
- International students
- 15%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1872
Overview
Moscow Pedagogical State University (MPGU) is a major educational and scientific institution with a history dating back to the Moscow Higher Courses for Women founded in 1872. Over the decades, it has evolved through various names and structures, eventually regaining its university status in 1990. The institution is organized into eighteen faculties and over 100 departments, supported by a vast library containing over 2 million volumes. It maintains a strong focus on pedagogical training, scientific research, and international cooperation with over one hundred universities worldwide. The university operates multiple branches across the Russian Federation and provides a comprehensive academic environment for its diverse student body.
Fields of study
- Education
- Pedagogy
- Linguistics
- Foreign Languages
- History
- Political Science
- Mathematics
- Informatics
- Physics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Geography
- Ecology
- Psychology
- Journalism
- Design
- Music
- Fine Arts
- Social Studies
- Humanities
- Law
- Management
- Physical Education
Accreditation: Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation (Rosobrnadzor)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program; typically summer.
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- foreign@mpgu.su
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
RUB 170,000 – RUB 400,000 / year
Bachelor programs: 170,000–400,000 RUB/year. Master programs: 170,000–456,000 RUB/year. PhD programs: 298,200–302,300 RUB/year. Citizens of EAEU countries pay the same rate as Russian citizens in year 1 of study.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsch als Fremdsprache und Neue Medien (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| English and International Communication (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 249,400 / year | Varies | — |
| Modern Technologies in Teaching English (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 280,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Person-oriented Consulting (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Regional Studies of Russia (opens in a new tab)Part Time | Bachelor's | 54 months | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.