- More than 200,000 people from 168 countries come to study at Russian universities.
- International students can work at the university (or at its organizations) on their free time. Permits are issued only to students on full-time courses at state-accredited universities.
- There are 766 Universities in 82 regions of the country.
- Russia has along history of top-quality academic research and teaching. More and more students are drawn to this exciting country every year. The preeminent institution is Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU), firmly ranked among the 100 best universities in the world.
- Life for expats in Russia is generally comfortable, with expenses such as groceries and utility bills being fairly inexpensive even in major cities such as Moscow. Outside of the major metropolitan areas, prices are even cheaper, with lower bills for food and transportation.
- Russia may be known for great culture, world-class great museums and home to one of the world’s most charming cities in St. Petersburg, but its overall quality of life score is 86.27, putting it on par with its cultural rivals in Ukraine. Moscow is home to more billionaires per capita than any other city.
- Foreigners having TRP in Russia, has the right to apply for the permanent residence in Russia. Permanent residence permit gives the right to foreigners, to stay in Russia for the period of 5 years.
- Finding a place to live in Moscow is tricky, but there are many options for any budget. The cheapest way is to rent a single room in a shared apartment. Depending on the location, the average monthly cost is from 15,000 rubles ($253) to 30,000 rubles ($507).
