Open Doors Olympiad Registration is Open till 20 November!
Funding Opportunities for Your Graduate Study. Winners of Open Doors Olympiads are getting full scholarships to study at the master programs of the faculty of economic sciences in the relevant fields. Master programs at the faculty of economic sciences consider the online course certificates as part of the application portfolio. All eligible applicants can amplify their portfolio scores with online course certificates.
International Admission Opens 1 November
The Moscow-based Faculty of Economic Sciences at the National Research University Higher School of Economics, a highly selective educational institution specializing in economics and finance, invites future undergraduate students to experience study abroad at one of Russia’s best universities. Faculty of ectonomic sciences offers 4 year full time undergraduate programs
Welcome aboard!
Faculty of Economic Sciences is proud to welcome Dr. Alina Shirshikova, new Assistant Professor of the Department of Applied Economics, hired by the faculty under HSE University international recruitment procedure.
Growing Interest among Foreign Citizens in Studying at HSE University: Results of 2024/25 Admissions and Launch of New Campaign
The steadily growing interest in studying at HSE University, particularly among applicants from CIS and Asian countries, reflects the high quality of Russian education. This year, as part of a separate admissions process for international applicants, 2,267 students were enrolled across all HSE University's campuses for the 2024/25 academic year, representing a 14% increase compared to last year.
‘Our International Students Embody a Dynamic Blend of Ambition, Curiosity, and Adaptability’
In October, the HSE International Prep Year programme held orientation sessions for its newcomers. Why should one study Russian? What is the admission process like at HSE University? Is it easy to navigate through Moscow and the HSE buildings? The HSE News Service discussed these and other questions with Faizullah from Afghanistan, Sechang from South Korea, and Faith from Zambia—all newly enrolled students of the Prep Year.
‘Science Is International and Aims to Benefit All of Humanity’
On October 28–30, 2024, the autumn school ‘Advances in Decision Analysis’ took place at HSE University, organised by the HSE International Centre of Decision Choice and Analysis. Among its speakers were prominent Russian and international researchers, including Nobel laureate in Economics and centre member Eric Maskin. Professor Fuad Aleskerov, head of the Centre and of the Department of Mathematics at the HSE Faculty of Economic Sciences, shared insights about the school.
What the Tretyakov Gallery Has to Offer this Autumn
What do two Russian artists from different cities have in common? Where can you see both giant and miniature masterpieces? Is creativity inherited? All the answers to these questions and many more can be found at the Tretyakov Gallery and the New Tretyakov Gallery this autumn. Art lovers and guests touring the capital can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Russian impressionism, explore the image of Russia through the works of famous artists’ dynasty, and discover the true power of art.
Visit Moscow Museums for Free
Get ready for an adventure through the heart of Russia's capital during Moscow Museum Week! From October 14to October 20, select museums open their doors at no cost. This event takes place every third week of the month, and we are here to guide you on where to go and what to see.
Applications for ‘Study Tour Experience’ Now Open
HSE ‘Study Tour Experience’ is a unique project for international applicants who want to experience what it's like to be an HSE master’s student. The international training internship by the HSE International Admissions Office has been functioning since 2020 in two formats (offline and online) and in two languages—Russian and English. In the autumn semester of the 2024/25 academic year, the internship will take place November 11–23. The application deadline is October 13.
Try Your Hand at Predicting the 2024 Nobel Prize Winner in Economics
The Faculty of Economic Sciences is launching its annual prediction contest. On October 14, the Nobel Committee will announce the winners of the Sveriges Riksbank Alfred Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences live on air. You have time to prepare and explore the landscape of contemporary economic thought. What topics and areas are considered particularly important and promising at the moment? Anyone can win.