Location: Vladivostok, RussiaFounded: 1899
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Far Eastern Federal University

Vladivostok, Russia Est. 1899

A top-tier federal university ranked among Russia's finest, FEFU's School of Medicine hosts 500+ international students across a research-intensive, English-taught MBBS program.

Why Choose Far Eastern Federal University?

  • 125+ years of educational legacy
  • Innovation-focused research environment with 200+ specialist clinicians
  • School of Medicine hosts 500+ international students from 25+ countries
  • Comprehensive student support from application to graduation
  • Safe, modern campus on Russky Island
  • Active student life — fitness centers, cultural clubs, recreation
  • Official Grad Pathways representative since 2019 (100+ successful admissions)

Admission Process

A step-by-step guide to joining Far Eastern Federal University with complete Grad Pathways support.

1

Submit Application

Fill out the form and send required documents to Grad Pathways.

2

Receive Confirmation

Get admission confirmation from FEFU and activate personal account.

3

Admission Letter

Receive official invitation letter from the university.

4

Entrance Exam

Appear for online biology & chemistry entrance assessment.

5

Student Visa

Apply for your Russian student visa with our full support.

6

Travel to Vladivostok

Fly to Vladivostok. We handle airport pickup and orientation.

7

Enroll at FEFU

Complete enrollment formalities and begin your MBBS program.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum age: 17 years
  • Passed Class 10 & 12 with minimum 50% in Physics, Chemistry & Biology
  • Valid NEET scorecard: General/EWS 50th percentile, PwD 45th, SC/ST/OBC 40th

Required Documents

  • Valid Passport (minimum 18-month validity)
  • Class 10 & 12 certificates and mark sheets
  • NEET Scorecard
  • Birth Certificate
  • 10 Passport-sized photographs
  • Invitation Letter from FEFU
  • Authorization from India's Ministry of External Affairs
  • Legalized documents by Russian Embassy
  • HIV negative medical report

Fee Structure

Exchange rate: 1 RUB = INR 1.005 (April 2025). Fees cover tuition, accommodation, insurance, visa, fingerprinting, documentation, and medical checkup.

YearTuition (RUB)Hostel (RUB)Total (RUB)Total (INR)
1st Year500,00070,000587,000₹5,90,000
2nd Year500,00070,000579,900₹5,83,000
3rd Year500,00070,000579,900₹5,83,000
4th Year500,00070,000579,900₹5,83,000
5th Year500,00070,000579,900₹5,83,000
6th Year500,00070,000579,900₹5,83,000

Academic Faculties

01 School of Medicine (English Only)
02 Institute of Oriental Studies (English Only)
03 School of Humanities (English Only)
04 School of Natural Sciences
05 School of Arts, Culture, and Sports
06 School of Economics and Management
07 School of Education
08 School of Engineering
09 School of Law

English-Medium Programs

All the following programs are taught fully in English.

Specialist / Bachelor's

  • 19.03.01 Biotechnology
  • 31.05.01 General Medicine
  • 31.05.03 Dentistry
  • 41.03.05 International Relations

Master's

  • 06.04.01 Biology
  • 32.04.01 Public Health
  • 38.04.02 Management
  • 41.04.05 International Relations
  • 44.04.01 Pedagogical Education

Portfolio-Based Selection (Master's)

Master's admission is portfolio-based. Your submission must include:

  1. Motivation essay
  2. Certificate of Russian language proficiency (TOEFL – 2), if available
  3. Research work in the chosen field of study
  4. Certificates and awards in the chosen field of study
  5. Video interview

Application Timeline 2026

Bachelor's / Specialist — Main Intake

1
Submission of Documents June 20 – August 12 (until 6:00 PM Vladivostok time)
2
Entrance Exams June 30 – August 15
3
Signing the Study Contract August 15
4
Admission Order August 22

Master's — Main Intake

1
Submission of Documents June 20 – August 26 (until 6:00 PM Vladivostok time)
2
Entrance Exams August 27
3
Signing the Study Contract August 28
4
Admission Order September 1

Additional Intake — September

  • Open to foreign citizens with a foreign educational document obtained outside Russia only
  • Conducted only for programs where places remain after the main intake

Additional Cost Breakdown

One-time, annual, and recurring costs to factor into your budget.

Application Fee
8,760 RUB
Payment within strictly set deadlines
Certificate of Equivalence (foreign degree)
5,000 RUB
Only if not already available; payment within set deadlines
Accommodation (double occupancy)
8,000 RUB/month
~96,000 RUB/year
Health Insurance
4,500 RUB/year
Mandatory
Visa Expenses
3,900 RUB/year
Annual renewal
Medical Examination
5,600 RUB/year
Required on arrival and annually
Dactylography (fingerprinting)
3,100 RUB
Once every 10 years, on first arrival
Transportation & Personal Expenses
Variable
Estimated ₹15,000–25,000/month
City at a Glance

Vladivostok

Russia's San Francisco — perched on the Pacific coast, Vladivostok is a vibrant cultural hub and administrative center of Primorsky Krai with stunning sea views and a rich history.

~6.3 Lakh populationPacific Ocean coastlineMajor cultural & scientific hubRussia's largest Pacific seaport
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