Life at MGIMO University

Unlimited opportunities for
networking and self-realization in a wide variety of fields

90+
countries
presented at MGIMO
100+
student organizations
for personal and professional development
22
sports sections
for physical development
10
cultural clubs
for creative expression

International students at MGIMO University

#DifferentButTogether

Over a thousand international students from over 90+ countries

Unique multicultural environment where representatives of different nations
and peoples learn and grow together

MGIMO Buddy Program

A mentoring system where Russian students help foreign friends adapt to life and study in Russia

Integration events

Regular events for acquaintances, cultural exchange and friendship building

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Meeting of MGIMO international students with President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the World Youth Festival, March 2024

National clubs
and regional associations
Unique events for international students

Social life

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MGIMO students-BRICS Summit volunteers in Kazan

Cultural and educational field trips

Regular activists’ trips to different Russian regions
and around the world

Flagship international events

MGIMO students are active participants and volunteers at major international forums, conferences, and summits (SPIEF, EEF, the Congress of Young Scientists, the BRICS Summit in Kazan, the Russia-Africa Summit, and others).

International youth initiatives

MGIMO is the official partner of the World Youth Festival

Humanitarian and educational missions

MGIMO students participate in social projects and educational programs both in Russia and abroad

Cultural life

10 cultural clubs

Various creative associations: from theater and music
to dance and visual arts

Cultural events with headliners

Concerts and performances of famous artists, writers
and cultural figures at the University

50+ cultural events

held annually

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Music clubs
and ensembles
Theater studios

Sports life

22
sports sections
1000+
student-athletes

Modern sports infrastructure

Professional gyms, swimming pool, tennis courts and other modern sports facilities

Bright sports events and field trips

Regular tournaments, competitions and sports camps for students of all levels of training

Winners and prize-winners of competitions

MGIMO sports teams regularly win prizes in student sports competitions of various levels

Campus

Multifunctional campus

Located in the "university" district of Moscow with a developed infrastructure and convenient transport accessibility

Modern apart-hotel

Comfortable accommodation for international students and university guests
with modern facilities

Medical Center

Medical care for students and employees on campus by highly qualified specialists

Иностранные студенты МГИМО
Scientific Library
Canteen and cafe