National Research Ogarev Mordovia State University
Saransk, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,046
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- 75%
- Students
- 18,000
- International students
- 18%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1931
Overview
Established in 1931 as the Agronomy Pedagogical Institute, National Research Ogarev Mordovia State University has evolved into a major academic hub in Eastern Europe. In 2010, it was officially designated as a 'National Research University' by the Russian government, highlighting its commitment to integrating education with advanced scientific research. The campus hosts over 18,000 students, including a significant international community from more than 50 countries. Academic life is organized into various institutes and faculties, with particular strengths in medicine, lighting technology, and physics. The university provides modern facilities, including 127 laboratories and research centers, and offers programs in both Russian and English to accommodate global learners.
Fields of study
- Medicine
- Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Humanities
- Economics
- Law
- Agriculture
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 31
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- entrance-exam@adm.mrsu.ru
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
RUB 107,700 – RUB 224,800 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Accommodation fee is estimated at less than 5% of the regular scholarship amount.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agronomy (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
| Agronomy (Adaptive Farming Systems) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 191,100 / year | Varies | — |
| Animal Science (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 191,100 / year | Varies | — |
| Animal Science (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
| Architecture (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 5 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
| Construction Engineering (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
| Construction Engineering (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | RUB 191,100 / year | Varies | — |
| Geography (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
| Landscape Architecture (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
| Veterinary Science (Veterinary Medicine) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 5 years | RUB 179,500 / year | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.