About the University

National Research University Higher School of Economics is a leading multidisciplinary research university and a key think tank of the Russian Government. HSE is recognised among the top 500 universities worldwide according to QS, ranks 87th in THE, and is the only Russian university included in the QS Top 35 under 35.

HSE is known for strong employer reputation, high graduate salaries, and academic excellence across economics, econometrics, mathematics, marketing, business, linguistics, social sciences, management, computer science, law, creative industries, and international affairs. The university offers 300+ programs across four campuses in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, and Perm.

The university is also a leader in online education, holding Gold status in THE Online Learning Rankings 2024. With 60,000+ students, 5,800+ international students from 140 countries, a government-funded AI Centre, four satellites in orbit, and strong research output, HSE provides students with global recognition, flexible degrees, and excellent career opportunities.

University Facts

  • Ranked among the top 500 universities worldwide according to QS.
  • Ranked 87th in THE rankings.
  • Only Russian university in the QS Top 35 under 35.
  • Top 100 worldwide in Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics, Marketing, Business & Economics, Linguistics, and Social Sciences & Management.
  • No. 1 in Russia for employer reputation according to Forbes Education 2026.
  • One of the highest graduate salary outcomes after graduation.
  • 300+ programs across Moscow, St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, and Perm campuses.
  • Gold winner in THE Online Learning Rankings 2024.
  • 60,000+ students, including 5,800+ international students from 140 countries.
  • Government-funded AI Centre with 300+ researchers and 24 applied AI projects.

Faculties & Institutes

  • Faculty of Economic Sciences
  • Faculty of Computer Science
  • Graduate School of Business
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Creative Industries
  • Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs
  • International College of Economics and Finance