Saint Petersburg State University

Saint Petersburg State University

The Saint Petersburg State University was founded in 1724 by a decree of Peter the Great. In its early days, the Saint Petersburg State University was known as the Leningrad State University. Globally known for its commitment to education, the university surpasses the federal standards, cultivating graduates equipped with the right knowledge and skills ready to be an asset for the country as well as for the world in this ever-evolving world. Notably, the university boasts a distinguished alumni that includes six chairmen of the country’s government and two presidents of the Russian Federation, alongside nine Nobel Prize laureates who have graced its halls.

Presently, over 20,000 students from all over the world are pursuing their degrees at Saint Petersburg State University. its faculty, comprising over 12,000 dedicated professionals, includes Nobel and Fields Prize laureates actively contributing to cutting-edge research initiatives. The university's Scientific Park, unrivaled in Russia and beyond, provides state-of-the-art facilities and resources, inviting scholars from around the world to collaborate on groundbreaking projects.