‘I Will Soon Build the Confidence to Express Myself Well’
Learning Russian is one of the challenges international students face when they come to Russia. HSE University helps them not only with Russian classes, but with informal events such as the Russian Speaking Club, where they can absorb the language in a relaxed and non-competitive setting. The HSE News Service talked to the organisers and participants of the club about their impressions of the first meeting and plans for the future.
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
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.
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.
‘All the People in My Department Were Exactly Who I Needed’
Meet Deborah Obasa and Amos Adebisi Oluwadamilare, a dynamic duo from Nigeria who are partners not only in life but also in academia. While pursuing their international master's degrees at HSE University, they fully embraced the vibrant life of Moscow. In an interview with the HSE News Service, Deborah and Amos share their experiences of studying at HSE, adjusting to life in Moscow with a newborn in arms, and achieving academic success.
First Steps at HSE and in Moscow: Advice from Alumni
During a recent online meeting organised by the International Office of the Faculty of Economic Sciences, students and graduates of HSE University shared their experiences of adapting to life in Moscow. They highlighted key aspects of living in the capital and the distinctive features of the academic environment at the university
Master's Degree Study Story at HSE University: An Exciting and Memorable Academic Adventure
Taking a master's program at the Faculty of Economic Sciences, HSE University Russia was an exciting and memorable experience, getting a unique opportunity to not only pursue high-quality education but also gain valuable experiences and explore diverse cultures for a recent graduate Faiz Arsyad from Indonesia
Prepare to INTO-HSE Math with our Students!
Winners of the INTO HSE International Math Olympiad receive scholarship and admission offer to the Faculty of Economic Sciences and an additional 40 programs at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University). Let's analyze the demo version of the math problems from the Olympiad with our master student and invited instructor of Math, Angelina Yudina