How to Get Admission in ITMO University

About ITMO University

ITMO University, in Saint Petersburg, specialises in information technology, computer and data science, photonics, and the natural sciences. It admits international students at bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels and runs a dedicated international office.

Official admissions information for international applicants is published on ITMO's English site (en.itmo.ru). Use it as your authoritative reference, because requirements and deadlines are set there and change each year.

English-taught programmes and focus

ITMO offers a range of master's programmes taught in English, particularly in IT, data science, and related technology and science fields, alongside Russian-taught options. This makes it a common choice for international students in technology subjects who study in English.

For English-taught programmes, ITMO generally asks for evidence of English proficiency such as an IELTS or TOEFL score. Confirm the exact requirement for your chosen programme on the official site, since it varies by course.

Typical application steps

The general route is to choose a programme, prepare your documents, submit your application through ITMO's official admissions channel, and complete any assessment the programme requires (for example a portfolio, motivation letter, or interview, depending on the course).

• Choose your level and programme (note the language of instruction)
• Check the entry and English requirements on en.itmo.ru
• Prepare academic documents (with translation/legalisation as required)
• Apply through ITMO's official admissions channel before the deadline
• Complete any required assessment (portfolio, motivation letter, or interview)

Documents, deadlines, and funding

You will typically need your prior education certificates and transcripts, identity documents, English test results for English-taught programmes, and a completed application; the exact list and deadlines are set by ITMO. International students may study on a paid basis or, where eligible, apply through a Russian government scholarship route.

Tuition figures, deadlines, and scholarship details are published officially and change each year. Verify them on the official ITMO site, and never pay a third party promising a "guaranteed" place or award.