Open Doors Scholarship 2027 in Russia (Fully Funded)

August 28, 2026

Study in Russia on a fully funded scholarship through the Open Doors Scholarship 2027. The Open Doors Scholarship is an international competition organized by the Global Universities Association under the auspices of Russia’s Ministry of Science and Higher Education. It offers international students and young researchers the opportunity to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral (PhD), or Postdoctoral studies at leading Russian universities. Winners of the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral tracks can receive the right to study tuition-free in Russia under the Government of the Russian Federation quota. More details are below.

Open Doors Russian Scholarship 2027 Details

Host Country: Russia
Organizer: Global Universities Association
Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, Postdoctoral
Benefits: Fully Funded
Deadline: 1 November 2026

Benefits of the Open Doors Russia Scholarship

The Scholarship Covers:

Full Tuition Fees
Free Admission.
Monthly Stipend.
Accommodation
Students can also work.

Available Study Fields

Applicants can choose from 14 subject areas, including:

Applied Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence
Biology and Biotechnology
Business and Management
Chemistry and Materials Science
Clinical Medicine and Public Health
Computer and Data Science
Earth and Environmental Sciences for Sustainability
Economics and Econometrics
Education and Psychology
Engineering and Technology
Physical Sciences and Technology
Politics and International Studies
Russian Language and Culture
Urbanism and Civil Engineering

Eligibility Criteria

The Scholarship is open to all Nationals.
Master’s Track: You must have a bachelor’s degree or be completing your bachelor’s degree program in the academic year of the competition.
PhD (Doctoral) Track: You must have a master’s or specialist’s degree, or be completing one in the academic year of the competition.
Bachelor’s Track: You must have completed or be completing your general secondary education.
Please read the Rules and FAQs before applying.

How to Apply for the Open Doors Russian Government Scholarship 2027?

Step-by-Step Application Process:

Register online by creating an account.
Fill out the portfolio and take the entrance test available in your account. Please attach all important documents.
After the Result announcement of the Portfolio, winners will be invited to take the second stage.
After the evaluation of the second stage and interview, winners will be selected to study for free in Russia.

Selection of the Universities

If the top-priority university does not offer the study program of your choice, your application will be transferred to the next university of your priority. When registering for participation, you can choose 1 to 6 universities.

VISIT HERE TO APPLY FOR OPEN DOORS SCHOLARSHIP