Colleges in Russia

USU is part of top medical institutions in Russia, and is a popular destination among students looking to pursue medicinal courses.

Mentioned below are some key reasons why USU is rated so highly:

·      Cost of MBBS programme is very low as compared to other universities

·      Globally recognised MBBS programme by prominent organizations including: WHO, MCI, GMC & more

·      Courses are available to be pursued in English

·      Emphasis on practical aspects of education

·      Availability of Indian mess

·      Outstanding International faculties

·      Student exchange programme with other universities

Located in the scenic city of Yoshkar-Ola, the Mari State University campus is surrounded by some major attractions for students to explore including monuments, shopping malls, churches, theatres, museums and so much more.

The city is known for its remarkable architectures, that mimic famous cities in Europe, creating a very unique & fairy-tale atmosphere.

Its super-fast public transportation system allows students a great opportunity to explore traditions followed by the native Mari people, as well as the popular festivals they celebrate.

Mentioned below are some popular attractions to explore near the university campus:

·      National Art Gallery

·      History Museum of Yoshkar-Ola

·      Republican Puppet Theatre

·      Botanical Garden-Institut

·      Chapel of Peter & Fevronia of Murom

·      Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ

Students living in university-owned hostels are provided with all the necessary facilities needed to make them feel at home.

Freshly cooked meals are offered to students at different points in the day including breakfast, lunch & dinner. Keeping hygiene & beliefs in mind, the university has offers a reserved canteen & accommodation facility for its Indian students.

Listed below are some of the facilities offered to students as part of the on-campus accommodation:

·      Beds

·      Desks

·      Chairs

·      Lamps

·      Bookshelves

·      Shared-kitchen, toilet & shower-room

The close proximity of the accommodation facility mean classes are just a walking distance away and the city's superfast 24x7 public transport facilities allow students better access to popular places in Yoshkar-Ola.

The university offers housing facilities in the form of dormitories. Each room in the dormitory houses 6 to 8 students & offers a range of facilities including bedrooms, desks, chairs, lamps, bookshelves and some other items.

The rooms also include a shared-kitchen, shower room & toilet. Freshly-cooked meals are also provided to students in the form of breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Students looking at on-campus accommodation can expect costs of around INR 22.68 K. The cost may vary depending on the standard of living students opt for.

Off-campus accommodation options are also available in Yoshkar-Ola. There are several families wiling to host students over the duration of the studies. Rental apartments are also a viable choice of accommodation. Students can refer to off-campus accommodation platforms such as: Agoda, Trip Advisor & Booking.com.

For more information regarding accommodation and other services, students are advised to refer the official university website.

Based on data curated from unofficial sources, the acceptance rate at Mari State University is around 60%. Interested applicants must perform very well in the academics & entrance/language proficiency tests to have a chance of securing admission at the university, as it is very selective when it comes to admitting students.

Listed below are some of the documents students need to submit & the test scores that must be satisfied:

·      Notarized Certificate of Secondary Education & a copy attested by the Ministry of Human Resource Department

·      Copy of Birth Certificate

·      Medical certificate with all necessary lab test results including AIDS test

·      Copy of passport with a minimum validity of 9 months

·      Total 12 passport-sized photos in matt paper

Below listed are the test scores students must satisfy: