Introduction to Yaroslavl State University

Located in Yaroslavl, Russia, Yaroslavl State University is one of the oldest universities in Russia and one of the best higher education institutions in the upper Volga region.

Overview

Number of students: about 7,800.

Faculty: more than 1,200 faculty members, most of whom have postdoctoral and doctoral degrees, covering various disciplines.

History and establishment time

In 1803, it was privately funded by Pavel Grigoryevich Demidov and established by a decree signed by Tsar Alexander I. It was originally named the Volga Higher Academy of Sciences, and later renamed the Demidov Law School. In 1918, it became Yaroslavl State University.

School strength

Teaching achievements: Implementing a diversified enrollment policy, cultivating many talents with nationally recognized degrees, and providing them with a broad career path.

Scientific research strength: It has multiple research institutes and laboratories, and its research results have won many scientific and technological achievements awards, and participated in national and local scientific and technological plans.

International cooperation: It has established cooperative relations with many foreign universities and carried out student exchange programs. It is Tempus Project participants.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' comprehensive quality and practical ability, promoting interdisciplinary integration, and cultivating talents with innovative thinking and interdisciplinary ability to meet the needs of social development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school has several advanced laboratories to provide good conditions for scientific research, but the specific names have not been found yet.

Key disciplines: Law, mathematics, physics, economics, history, computer science, sociology, psychology, biology and other disciplines are strong.

Faculty

The school has 9 colleges, including the School of Law, the School of Mathematics, the School of Physics, the School of Economics, the School of History, the School of Science and Computer Engineering, the School of Sociology, the School of Political Science, the School of Psychology, the School of Biology and Ecology, etc.

Ranking

Ranked 301-350 in the 2022 QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia Rankings.

Expenses

The detailed cost information of the school has not been found yet.

Campus

The main campus is located in the center of Yaroslavl, with a unique architectural style and complete campus facilities, including teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums, etc., providing students with a good learning and living environment.