National University of Science and Technology "MISIS"
Moscow, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,254
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- 50%
- Students
- 11,100
- International students
- 13%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1918
Overview
The National University of Science and Technology MISIS is a prominent public technological university based in Moscow, Russia. Originally founded in 1918 as part of the Moscow Mining Academy, it gained independence in 1930 and has since become a hub for innovation in steelmaking, metallurgy, and advanced materials. The university is recognized for its research excellence, operating over 50 R&D labs and world-class engineering centers. It offers a wide range of academic programs across nine colleges, serving a diverse student body of over 11,000 individuals. NUST MISIS is committed to a 'Student First' philosophy, fostering an ecosystem that supports both academic and entrepreneurial growth. The institution maintains a global outlook, with international students from over 80 countries and numerous international research partnerships.
Fields of study
- Materials Science
- Metallurgy
- Mining
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Economics
- Management
- Linguistics
- Nanotechnology
- Biomedical Engineering
Accreditation: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- welcome@misis.ru
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
RUB 430,000 – RUB 565,000 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees for International Master's Programs in English for the 2026/27 academic year range from 430,000 to 565,000 RUB/year depending on the program. Language and Communication: 430,000 RUB; Management and Marketing: 450,000 RUB; Mining Geology: 490,000 RUB; Advanced Materials, Quantum Physics, Data Science, Innovative Software Systems, UX/UI Design: 565,000 RUB each.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Materials (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 565,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Data Science (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 565,000 / year | Jun 20, 2026 | — |
| Innovative Software Systems: Design, Development & Applications (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 565,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Language and Communication (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 430,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Management and Marketing of Technical Solutions and Digital Products (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 450,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Mining Geology (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 490,000 / year | Jun 20, 2026 | — |
| Quantum Physics for Advanced Materials Engineering (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 565,000 / year | Jun 20, 2026 | — |
| UX/UI Design (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | — | RUB 565,000 / year | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.