North-Caucasus Federal University
Stavropol, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 24,111
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 2012
Overview
North-Caucasus Federal University (NCFU) was established in 2012 as a flagship institution in the North Caucasian Federal District through the merger of several regional universities. As one of Russia's ten federal universities, it functions as a comprehensive center for education, research, and innovation. The university maintains a strong commitment to training experts for regional and national industries while fostering a vibrant, cosmopolitan campus life. With a history rooted in its predecessor institutions, NCFU hosts hundreds of cultural events annually and supports a diverse student body. It is recognized for its modern facilities, extensive scientific library, and active international partnerships. The university continues to play a pivotal role in the socio-economic development of the North Caucasus region.
Fields of study
- IT and Computer Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Engineering Sciences
- Oil and Gas Engineering
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Medicine, Biology and Biotechnology
- Physical Education and Sport
- Jurisprudence
- Economics and Management
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
- No
- Admissions contact
- ois.selcom@ncfu.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
Varies by program
Tuition varies by program and level. Foundation Course 2025/2026: RUB 123,000 per year. State-funded (budget) places available for eligible applicants including international students via Russian Government quotas.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Finance (opens in a new tab)Russian, English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Data Management (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Foundation Course (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | — | 1 year | RUB 123,000 / total | Varies | October, November |
| Knowledge Management (opens in a new tab)Russian, English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Mathematical and Software Support for Information Security (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Oil and Gas Engineering (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Pedagogy and Educational Sciences (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.