National Research University Higher School of Economics
Moscow, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #440
- 2025
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 60,000
- International students
- 12%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1992
Overview
Founded in 1992 by a decree of the Russian government, the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE) was initially established to promote economic and social reforms in Russia. Over the decades, it has evolved from a specialized economics institute into a comprehensive research university with a global reputation. Headquartered in Moscow, HSE operates additional campuses in Saint Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, and Perm. The university is a leader in Russian education, consistently ranking at the top of national and international tables for subjects like Economics, Sociology, and Political Science. HSE is known for its internationalized faculty, extensive research partnerships, and a diverse student body representing over 100 countries. Its campus life is vibrant, characterized by an urban setting and a wide array of student-led initiatives and clubs.
Fields of study
- Economics
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Law
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Urban Development
- Business
- Management
- Communications
- Media
- Design
- International Affairs
- Psychology
- Philology
- History
- Philosophy
- Oriental and African Studies
- Cognitive Science
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Linguistics
Accreditation: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- August 15 (for most international intakes)
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- inter@hse.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
RUB 200,000 – RUB 950,000 / year
Tuition fees are published in Russian rubles and reflect the 2025-2026 academic year. Fees range from 200,000 RUB/year (minimum) to 950,000 RUB/year (Film Production). Fees are payable in Russian rubles.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 5 years | RUB 740,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Business Informatics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 530,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Data Science (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 490,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Economic Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 590,000 / year | Varies | — |
| International Business (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 510,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Physics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 540,000 / year | Varies | — |
| The Arab World and Christian Orient (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 5 years | RUB 510,000 / year | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.