
Ural State University of Railway Transport
Yekaterinburg, Russia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Students
- 18,000
- International students
- 0%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1956
Overview
Founded in 1956, the Ural State University of Railway Transport (USURT) is a prominent public institution in Yekaterinburg, Russia. It serves as the primary transport-focused higher education provider for the Urals Federal District. The university offers a wide range of technical programs, with a strong emphasis on railway engineering, automation, and transport management. USURT has a long history of producing senior executives for the Russian railway industry, including ministers and regional government leaders. The campus features extensive facilities, including a sports complex and multiple student dormitories. It maintains a strong research profile and continues to be a key supplier of skilled professionals for the transport sector.
Fields of study
- Railway Engineering
- Transport
- Logistics
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 20
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- ETimuhina@usurt.ru
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
$2,000 – $8,000 / year
Domestic students
$150,000 – $250,000 / year
Tuition fees are approximate and subject to change; check official website for current rates.
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.
