St. Petersburg State University of Economics
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #2,645
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 12,000
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 2012
Overview
St. Petersburg State University of Economics (UNECON) is a major center for economic education and research in Russia. Established in 2012, it resulted from the merger of three leading economic universities in Saint Petersburg, including the historic Saint Petersburg State University of Economics and Finance. The university comprises 7 faculties, 45 departments, and a College of Business and Technology. It maintains strong international ties, offering various academic mobility programs with partners across Europe and Asia. The university is located in the historic center of Saint Petersburg and serves approximately 12,000 students. It is recognized for its focus on economics, finance, and economic security.
Fields of study
- Economics
- Business
- Finance
- International Business
- Management
- Risk Management
- Trade Policy
- Logistics
- Corporate Finance
- Russian Language and Culture
Accreditation: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Autumn, Spring
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- info@unecon.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 80,000 – RUB 100,000 / semester
Freemover (non-exchange) international students pay ₽80,000/semester for Bachelor programs and ₽100,000/semester for Master programs. Exchange students from partner universities are exempt from tuition fees. Payment must be made in cash at a local bank upon arrival in St. Petersburg.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy of Enterprise, Quality and Innovations (opens in a new tab)English | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of International Business Administration / Technology-Oriented Management (MiBA/TOM) (opens in a new tab)English | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of International Business: Corporate Finance, Control and Risks (opens in a new tab)English | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
