Is proficiency in the Russian language required for admission to Far Eastern Federal University?
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No, a knowledge of the Russian language is not necessary for admission to FEFU. However, students are required to appear for entrance exams in Biology and Chemistry. These are held in English language. There is no Russian language proficiency exam that students have to appear for. Note that all the academic communication and instruction at the university is offered in English.
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The acceptance rate of FEFU is between 12.5% - 36% and that of Orel State University is around 69%. This means out of these two universities Far Eastern Federal University is more selective. Also, both the universities has MBBS as its popular course. A comparison is given below:
Particulars | FEFU | Orel State University |
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QS Rankings 2026 | #731-740 | NA |
No. of courses offered | 150+ | More than 1 |
Annual tuition fees | INR 3-5 L | INR 4 L |
Acceptance rate | Around 12.5% - 36% | Around 69% |
Here are some of the renowned personalities who have studied at FEFU.
Names | Designation |
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Mikhail Kim | Soviet Hydraulic Engineer & Geophysicist |
Roman Rubanov | Politician and Activist |
Regina Sych | Swimmer |
Ilya Lagutenko | Founder and Singer of the rock band Mumiy Troll |
Viktor Matveev | Theoretical Physicist |
Denis Grachev | Badminton Player |
Far Eastern Federal University has its own security services and its members are there in every building. Additionally, the university uses pass system, hence, no strangers can enter the hostels or study buildings without permission. The university also have emergency security service phone number available 24x7. Also, a police station and a fire emergency station are situated near the campus.
Yes, all foreign students in international programs at Far Eastern Federal University get accommodation in campus hostels. There are 25 hostel buildings on the campus. Maximum distance from hostels to study buildings is just 15-20 minutes. The hostel fee can range as per the room type and can range between Russian Ruble 3,800 – 4,400 per month.
As per the RAEX agency rankings, FEFU has secured rankings among the top 10 Russian Universities in six subject areas in 2025. Additionally, the university has been ranked among Top 20 for more than ten subjects. This includes:
- Oil and Gas Engineering: #12
- Biotechnology and Bio-Engineering: #12
- Biology: #13
- Chemistry: #17
- Sociology: #17
- Linguistics and Foreign Languages: #17
- Law: #18
- Management: #18

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