National Research Nuclear University MEPI
Moscow, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #626
- 2027
- Acceptance rate
- 30%
- Students
- 16,200
- International students
- 24%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1942
Overview
National Research Nuclear University MEPhI, also known as the Moscow Engineering Physics Institute, is a prominent public research university located in Moscow. Founded to support the Soviet nuclear program, it has evolved into a comprehensive center for education and research in nuclear physics, nanotechnology, and information security. The university is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and is a key participant in national academic excellence projects. It maintains strong ties with the nuclear industry and international research organizations. The campus offers a vibrant environment for students, featuring extensive research facilities and a focus on innovation. MEPhI is consistently ranked among the top universities in Russia and maintains a significant global presence in scientific research.
Fields of study
- Nuclear Physics
- Nuclear Engineering
- Information Security
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Biomedicine
- Medical Physics
- Laser and Plasma Technologies
- Nanoelectronics
- Materials Science
- Applied Mathematics
- Economics
- International Relations
- Business Informatics
- Chemical Technology
Accreditation: Federal Service for Supervision in Education and Science (Rosobrnadzor)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program and intake.
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- ONPetukhova@mephi.ru
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
RUB 52,800 – RUB 380,000 / semester
Domestic students
RUB 48,000 – RUB 380,000 / semester
Tuition fees are published per semester in Russian rubles and vary by program, degree level, institute, and student origin (CIS or foreign countries). Ranges observed: BA 102,000–380,000 RUB/semester; MSc 48,000–197,500 RUB/semester; PhD 182,500–197,500 RUB/semester.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3.15 Nuclear and Particle Physics, High Energy Physics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | — | RUB 186,000 / semester | Varies | — |
| Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Modeling in Information Systems Design and Development (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | RUB 291,500 / semester | Varies | — |
| General Medicine (opens in a new tab)Full Time | — | — | RUB 380,000 / semester | Varies | — |
| Nuclear Engineering (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 194,700 / semester | Varies | — |
| Nuclear Physics and cosmic physics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | RUB 330,000 / semester | Varies | — |
| Nuclear power engineering (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 194,700 / semester | Varies | — |
| Nuclear Reactors and Power Installations (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | RUB 330,000 / semester | Varies | — |
| Nuclear Technologies (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | RUB 330,000 / semester | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.