Skoltech University Russia Scholarship 2025 – Fully Funded MSc & PhD Opportunities
Table of Content
- Overview of Skoltech University Russia Scholarship
- Scholarship Details
- Financial Benefits
- Available Study Fields
- Eligibility Criteria
- Application Process
Applications are now open for the Skoltech University Russia Scholarship 2025. This fully funded opportunity is available to international students worldwide, offering Master’s (MSc) and PhD degree programs at the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech) in Moscow, Russia.
In 2024, Skoltech awarded scholarships to 280 MSc and 120 PhD students. The program does not require IELTS, GRE, or SAT scores for admission. The scholarship covers full tuition fees, private medical insurance, a monthly stipend, accommodation, and a free relocation airfare ticket.
The duration of the Master’s program is 2 years, while the PhD program lasts 3 years.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Russia
- University: Skoltech Institute of Science and Technology
- Location: Moscow
- Degree Levels: Master’s (MSc), PhD
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadlines:
- Master’s: 7th July 2025
- PhD: 1st July 2025
- Course Language: English
Financial Benefits
The Skoltech University Scholarship covers:
- Full Tuition Fees
- Monthly Stipend:
- MSc students: 40,000 rubles/month
- PhD students: 70,000 rubles/month
- Private Medical Insurance
- Accommodation Support
- Free Relocation Assistance
- Academic Mobility Programs
All applicants are automatically considered for funding—no separate scholarship application is required.
Available Study Fields
Master’s Degree Programs:
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Petroleum Engineering
- Applied Mathematics and Physics
- Biotechnology
- Information Systems and Technologies
- Electricity and Electrical Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Information Technology and Engineering
PhD Degree Programs:
- Mathematics and Mechanics
- Physics
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Life Sciences
- Computational and Data Science and Engineering
- Engineering Systems
- Petroleum Engineering
- AgroBiotechnologies and Engineering
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to domestic and international students
- For Master’s programs: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.
- For PhD programs: A Master’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university is required.
- Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply.
- Applicants with a prior Master’s degree can apply for a PhD.
- IELTS/TOEFL is not required if the applicant has completed a degree in English.
- GRE scores are optional but can strengthen the application.
- No minimum GPA requirement.
Required Documents
- Online Application
- Personal Statement (Motivation Letter) in English
- Resume (CV) in English
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Academic Transcripts & Degree Certificate (if available)
- TOEFL/IELTS Score (if applicable)
- GRE Score (optional, but recommended for a stronger application)
Application Process
Applicants must submit an online application through the official Skoltech website. Before applying, candidates should carefully review the instructions, requirements, and deadlines.
This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for students seeking advanced education in science, technology, and engineering at one of Russia’s leading research institutions.
Application Deadlines:
- Master’s: 7th July 2025
- PhD: 1st July 2025
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply
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