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Frequently Asked Questions

What expenses will there be?

Tuition is free for exchange students.

Students themselves must cover all personal expenses, including:

flights
accommodation (in an HSE dormitory or independently rented housing)
meals
public transport
mandatory medical examination, photography and fingerprinting
any required medical treatment
purchase of a health insurance policy
textbooks and study materials
all other expenses

Where will I live?

HSE University guarantees all exchange and visiting students a place in one of its dormitories. The cost is approximately 3000 rubles per month. Accommodation is in rooms for 2–3 people, either all-female or all-male. To check in to the dormitory, students need a health certificate obtained before arriving in Moscow.

Alternatively, students are free to arrange other accommodation in the city.

What courses will I study?

There are no compulsory courses for exchange students at HSE University. The curriculum is compiled independently from the courses available to exchange students at HSE University, based on the requirements of the home university. More detailed information can be found on the Course Choice and Course Enrollment page.

Will I receive a scholarship at HSE University?

No, there is no scholarship. Please ask the international office of your home university for information on scholarships.