PORTFOLIO COMPETITION

Competitive Selection for Foreign Citizens

Foreign citizens and stateless persons applying for tuition-based education contracts are selected based on the results of an entrance examination in the form of a portfolio competition.

The university establishes the following portfolio elements and evaluation criteria:

Evaluation Criteria (Individual Achievements) and Points

1. Grade Point Average (GPA) from the previous level of education, including profile subjects:

5.0 – 45 points

4.5–4.9 – 40 points

4.0–4.4 – 35 points

3.5–3.9 – 30 points

2. Academic and extracurricular achievements (certificates, diplomas, etc.) – 5 points

3. Language proficiency certificate – 10 points

4. Participation in competitions/olympiads for foreign citizens (only one status is considered):

Winner – 10 points

Prize-winner – 5 points

5. Motivation letter – 10 points

6. Volunteer work in the healthcare sector – 10 points

7. Position in university rankings of the applicant’s previous institution – 5 points

8. Recommendations (or equivalent documents) from educational institutions, public organizations, associations, Russian diplomatic missions, foreign embassies, etc. – 5 points

Applicants must submit electronic copies of documents confirming their portfolio evaluation results.

FAQ

Who is eligible to enroll in residency training programs?

Individuals who hold a higher medical and/or pharmaceutical education degree are eligible to enroll in residency training programs.

Admission is subject to the qualification requirements for medical and pharmaceutical professionals as established by the Order of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation dated May 2, 2023, No. 206n, “On Approval of Qualification Requirements for Medical and Pharmaceutical Professionals with Higher Education” (registered by the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation on June 1, 2023, registration No. 73677, as amended by Order No. 72n dated February 19, 2024).

How long does residency training last?

The standard duration of residency training is two years for all specialties, with the exception of three:

Plastic Surgery – 5 years
Cardiovascular Surgery – 3 years
Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine – 3 years

What is the admission procedure for international applicants and stateless persons applying for government-funded residency training?

To apply for government-funded programs, you must register on the Education in Russia website (https://education-in-russia.com/ ) once the application period opens on the platform.

Are international applicants and stateless persons applying under the quota of the Government of the Russian Federation required to take entrance exams at RUDN University?

No, international applicants and stateless persons applying under the Government of the Russian Federation quota are not required to take entrance exams at RUDN University.

What documents are required for international applicants and stateless persons applying for tuition-based residency training?

To apply for tuition-based residency training at RUDN University, international applicants must submit:

A copy of their medical degree diploma with transcript, along with notarized translations into Russian (if the documents are in a foreign language);
A copy of the passport with a notarized translation into Russian.

Are there entrance exams for tuition-based residency training at RUDN University? What kind?

Yes, applicants for tuition-based residency programs must take entrance exams.

The list of entrance exams and the schedule can be found on the university’s website: https://admission.rudn.ru/pk/2025/admission_rules/PP_ord_2025.pdf

For further information, please contact the Residency Office for International Students by email at residency@pfur.ru
or by phone at +7 (499) 936-86-27, +7 (495) 787-38-03 ext. 26-33, 26-27.

What is the cost of residency training at RUDN University?

Tuition fees for residency training programs can be found on the official RUDN University website: https://www.rudn.ru/education/fee-paying-education

When can international applicants submit documents for tuition-based residency training at RUDN University?

The application period for tuition-based residency programs for international applicants begins on July 1, 2025, and ends on September 13, 2025.

Where should international applicants submit their documents for tuition-based residency training at RUDN University?

Required documents can be submitted in electronic format via the University’s online information system at international.rudn.ru,

by email to residency@pfur.ru,

or in person at the following address:

10 Miklukho-Maklaya Street, Building 2, Office 46, Moscow, Russia.

Are international applicants and stateless persons who have received their medical education in Russia required to undergo accreditation before applying for residency training?

No, international applicants and stateless persons who have obtained their medical education in the Russian Federation are not required to provide an accreditation certificate when applying for residency training, whether on a government-funded or tuition-based basis.

Is it possible to complete residency training in English?

Residency training at RUDN University is conducted in Russian.

If you do not speak Russian, you will need to complete a one-year Russian language preparatory course before starting your residency program.

Is dormitory accommodation provided to international students admitted to residency training at RUDN University? Is accommodation included in the tuition fee?

Generally, international residents are provided with dormitory accommodation.

The cost of accommodation depends on the living conditions and is not included in the tuition fee.

Do international residents receive a scholarship?

International residents enrolled in state-funded (budget) residency programs receive a monthly scholarship of 10,530 RUB throughout the entire period of their studies.