South Ural State Medical University
Chelyabinsk, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 70%
- Students
- 32,000
- International students
- 8%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1944
Overview
South Ural State Medical University (SUSMU) was established in 1944 during World War II to address the urgent need for medical professionals. Today, it stands as a premier government-funded institution under the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. The university is located in the urban center of Chelyabinsk and serves over 30,000 students across various medical disciplines. SUSMU is particularly noted for its strong research focus, housing over 100 research institutes and centers. It provides high-quality education in both Russian and English, attracting a significant international student population from countries like India, China, and Pakistan. The campus features extensive clinical facilities, five dormitories, and a dedicated Student Scientific Society that fosters academic excellence.
Fields of study
- Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Preventive Medicine
- Clinical Psychology
- Social Work
Accreditation: Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- September
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- rector@susmu.su
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
RUB 260,000 / year
Domestic students
RUB 260,000 – RUB 300,000 / year
Tuition for the English-medium General Medicine (MBBS) program is approximately 260,000 RUB per year.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
