Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project is your chance for tuition-free studying and a research career in Russia.
When is the deadline for applications?
November 16, 2025
Describe the award to me:
The Open Doors Russian Scholarship (Olympiad) is a fully funded program organized by the Russian Government to attract international students to pursue higher education at Russia’s top universities. It offers full tuition coverage for undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral studies across 14 disciplines. Winners of the Olympiad are granted direct admission to Russian universities without entrance exams.
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Which fields qualify?
Applicants can choose from 14 subject areas, including:
- Applied Mathematics & Artificial Intelligence
- Biology & Biotechnology
- Business & Management
- Chemistry & Materials Science
- Clinical Medicine & Public Health
- Computer & Data Science
- Earth & Environmental Sciences
- Economics & Econometrics
- Education & Psychology
- Engineering & Technology
- Physical Sciences & Technology
- Politics & International Studies
- Russian Language & Culture
- Urbanism & Civil Engineering
The type:
Fully Funded Scholarship (Undergraduate, Master’s, Doctoral, and Postdoctoral).
Who is eligible to apply?
- Bachelor’s Track: Applicants with at least a general secondary education.
- Master’s Track: Applicants with a completed bachelor’s degree (or final-year students graduating in 2025).
- Doctoral Track: Applicants with a master’s or specialist degree.
- Postdoctoral Track: Applicants who already hold a PhD or equivalent degree.
Applicants must also pass an online knowledge test in their chosen subject area(s).
How Do They Choose Applicants?
- Based on performance in the Open Doors Olympiad (online entrance exam).
- Winners gain direct admission to tuition-free programs.
- Doctoral and postdoctoral winners must also pass supervisor/research project interviews.
Which nations are qualified?
All countries worldwide.
Where will the prize be accepted?
At any participating Russian university across 24 institutions.
How Many Honors?
Not specified (varies annually, but multiple winners across all subject areas and tracks).
What Advantage Does the Award Offer?
- Full tuition coverage for bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral programs.
- For doctoral track winners: the ability to choose supervisors and research projects.
- For postdoctoral track winners: employment as researchers in selected projects.
- Study in a country ranked 6th worldwide in hosting international students.
- Degrees are widely recognized across Asia, Africa, BRICS, and CIS countries.
What’s the Duration of the Award?
Covers the full duration of chosen degree programs (bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, or postdoctoral research contracts).
How do I Apply?
- Visit the official Open Doors Scholarship webpage.
- Register and select your preferred subject area(s).
- Submit applications for your chosen degree track (undergraduate, postgraduate, or postdoctoral).
- Take the online Olympiad test before the deadline.
- Wait for results and further instructions via your profile dashboard.
👉 Visit the Award Webpage for Details & Application: Open Doors Russian Scholarship 2026
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