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Tuition Discounts Up to -15%
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About Us
MGIMO continues to expand its international ties, actively cooperating with leading universities worldwide and with many international alumni associations.
The opening of international branches clearly reflects the university's strong reputation and achievements in education and academia.
Sergey Lavrov
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia
Ilham Aliyev
President of Azerbaijan
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
President of Kazakhstan
Fattah Shodiev
Billionaire, co-owner of Eurasian Resources Group
Alisher Usmanov
Billionaire, founder of USM Holdings
The university began admitting international students in 1946, when the first Mongolian students arrived. Since then, more than 4,800 international graduates have completed their studies here, many of whom became prominent statesmen, diplomats, scholars, business leaders, and journalists.
Today, more than one thousand international students from 82 countries study at MGIMO.
Ministers of Foreign Affairs
Senior UN officials
European Commissioners
NATO Deputy Secretary General
Tuition Discounts for International MGIMO Students
Dear applicants, MGIMO has introduced a tuition discount system for successful entrance exam performance and strong academic results.
When enrolling in the first year, you may qualify for a discount:
15% for the entire period of study if:
- entrance exam score >180 points (out of 200)
- based on portfolio competition (honors certificate, personal achievements, recommendation letters, etc.)
10% for the entire period of study if:
- entrance exam score >170 points (out of 200)
- based on portfolio competition (honors certificate, personal achievements, recommendation letters, etc.)
Discounts are retained throughout your studies with strong academic performance:
- grades of “good” and “excellent”
- academic rating of at least 85 points
MGIMO is launching a new project for those who want to start their journey to global influence from school.
Advantages of the club:
Free lectures and events by MGIMO’s leading professors
Useful tips for preparing for admission
Support by mentors (top MGIMO students and International Student Office Staff)
Answers to all your questions
Preparing for admission together with motivated applicants from all over the world
Remote Admission Assessments
First Round
April 21
Foreign language consultation10:00
April 22
Foreign language oral interview10:00
April 23
Russian language consultation10:00
April 24
Russian language oral interview10:00
Second Round
May 18
Foreign language consultation10:00
May 19
Foreign language oral interview10:00
May 20
Russian language consultation10:00
May 21
Russian language oral interview10:00
Third Round
June 22
Foreign language consultation10:00
June 23
Foreign language oral interview10:00
June 24
Russian language consultation10:00
June 25
Russian language oral interview10:00
Fourth Round
July 20
Foreign language consultation10:00
July 21
Foreign language oral interview10:00
July 22
Russian language consultation10:00
July 23
Russian language oral interview10:00
Fifth Round
August 26
Foreign language oral interview10:00
August 27
Russian language oral interview10:00
Sample entrance tests for interview preparation
Russian (Level 1)
English
Chinese
French
GermanTest your skills!
Open Day for International Applicants.
Broadcast Recording
Faculties
MGIMO-Geneva International Programs
- «International Law and Comparative Legal Studies»
- «Multilateral Diplomacy»
- «International Finance and Investment Management»
Graduates receive two diplomas: a Russian MGIMO diploma and a Swiss diploma from the Swiss School for International Relations.
International Institute of Energy Policy and Diplomacy
- «International Relations»
- «Economics»
- «Law»
- «Management»
- «Advertising and Public Relations»
School of International Journalism
- «Advertising and Public Relations»
- «Journalism»
- «Sociology»
School of Governance and Politics
- «Public and Municipal Administration»
- «Political Science»
- «International Relations»
Institute of International Trade and Sustainable Development
- «Trade»
- «Ecology and Environmental Management»
School of International Business
- «Management»
School of International Economic Relations
- «Economics»
School of International Law
- «Law»
School of International Relations
- «International Relations»
- «Area Studies»
Online Courses
for MGIMO Admission
To be admitted to MGIMO, applicants must pass entrance exams in Russian and English.
MGIMO offers remote preparatory courses specifically designed to help you succeed in these entrance exams.
Documents
PDF scans of the following documents:
Before submitting documents, please check whether your education certificate requires consular legalization or an apostille in your country.
Visit education fairs and ask your questions in person
| Country (City) | Dates | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam (Hanoi) | January 26, 2026 | “MGIMO Day in Hanoi” (Russian House in Hanoi) |
| Laos (Vientiane) | January 29, 2026 | World Education Expo Vientiane (DoubleTree by Hilton Vientiane) |
| Indonesia (Jakarta) | January 31, 2026 | World Education Expo Jakarta (The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta Pacific Place) |
| Indonesia (Jakarta) | February 2, 2026 | “MGIMO Day in Jakarta” (Russian House in Jakarta) |
| Kyrgyzstan (Osh, Bishkek) | TBD | TBD |
| Kazakhstan (Almaty) | March 10-15, 2026 | Middle Asia Education Expo (Eurasian Education Exhibition) |
| Kazakhstan (Astana) | March 28-29, 2026 | Education Showcase “Study in Russia” (Russian House in Astana) |
| Kyrgyzstan (Bishkek) | Spring 2026 | Exhibition “Education in Russia - 2026” |
| Tajikistan (Dushanbe) | Spring 2026 | Exhibition “Russian Education. Tajikistan - 2026” |
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Still have questions about admission?
MGIMO International Office
int.admissions@id.mgimo.ru +7 495 234 84 90Still have questions about intensive courses?
Tatyana Yakovenko
outgoing@inno.mgimo.ru +7 495 234 84 61