Russian university tuition fees rise 11% year-on-year

Tuition fees at Russian universities increased by an average of 10.7% in 2026 compared with the previous year. This is a significant rise that affects many students across the country.

Tuition fees at Russian universities have risen sharply — in 2026 they grew by an average of 10.7% compared with the previous year. This means that students and their families must pay significantly more for education.

The rise in tuition fees in Russian higher education reflects broader economic pressures in the country, including inflation growth and the weakening of the rouble. The price increase affects both state and private universities across the country.

Such rapid price increases could affect students' access to higher education, particularly young people from less affluent families. According to experts, this could further increase educational inequality in Russia.