Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory
Moscow, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1866
Overview
The Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory is one of the world's most prestigious music academies, with a history spanning over 160 years. Named after the famous composer P.I. Tchaikovsky, who served as a professor there, the institution is a hub for classical music performance, research, and pedagogy. It offers comprehensive programs ranging from undergraduate to doctoral levels in various musical disciplines. The conservatory is famous for its historic concert halls, including the Great Hall, which hosts world-class performances. Students benefit from a rigorous curriculum and access to distinguished faculty members. The institution remains a cornerstone of Russian musical culture and international artistic excellence.
Fields of study
- Music Performance
- Vocal Studies
- Opera
- Orchestral Conducting
- Choral Conducting
- Composition
- Music Theory
- Music History
- Musicology
- Early Music
- Music Technology
Accreditation: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Winter, Summer, Fall
- Application deadlines
- Preliminary video audition: 1 March – 31 May; Personal entrance test: 20–27 June; Final decision: by 14 September.
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- document@mosconsv.ru
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
RUB 631,400 – RUB 1,458,900 / year
Domestic students
RUB 94,441 – RUB 1,458,900 / year
Tuition varies by program. The Preparatory Division for foreign students costs 1,458,900 RUB for the 2025-26 academic year. International School short courses range from 94,441 RUB (1 week, no accompanist, associate professor) to 332,715 RUB (3 weeks, with accompanist, professor). All programs for foreign students are on a commercial basis.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preparatory Division for Graduate and Post-graduate Education Programs (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | — | 9 months | RUB 1,458,900 / year | May 31, 2026 | Fall |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.