Kuban State Medical University

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9,000+
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1,000+
international students
Data as of Aug 11, 2026

KubSMU is not only a higher education institution but also a place of interest in the south of Russia. More than 100 years of history make it one of the oldest universities in the region.

The university’s mission is to carry out innovative educational activities aimed at training competitive specialists according to the digital transformation of society and the state, based on the integration of medical science and healthcare.

www.ksma.ru
VK – @kubgmu_official

Estimated tuition fees for the 2026-2027 academic year

Specialist’s programs

General Medicine - 450,000 RUB,
Dentistry - 575,000 RUB,
Pharmacy - 250,000 RUB,
General Medicine (English-medium instruction) – 510,000 RUB

Residency programs

General Medicine – 379,000 RUB
Pharmacy – 334,000 RUB
Dentistry – 494,000 RUB

KubSMU is a University of Opportunities

  • Participation in prestigious major federal and international projects 
  • Network educational programs implemented jointly with international partner universities 
  • Innovation development: the Digital Department, the Center for Lean Technologies, the KubSMU Boiling Point, the KubSMU Thinking Club, and the BusinessMed acceleration program

Fields of study

  • General Medicine
  • Dentistry
  • Pharmacy
  • Preparatory department for foreign citizens
  • Residency programs
  • PhD programs
  • Advanced training and professional retraining cycles

Applicants can submit their documents in person or online.

After submitting their documents, applicants take an offline exam. Then applicants wait for the announcement of the competitive selection results.

After completing their Specialist’s degrees, international graduates can find a job in practical healthcare as required by Russian legislation or continue their education by pursuing a residency or PhD degree.

Admission Office

+7 800 444-19-20
pr_com@ksma.ru

International Department

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+7 861 268-55-51
+7 918 293-75-70
mno.ksma_1921@mail.ru

Preparatory Department

  • Foreign citizens study Russian as a foreign language before admission and during their university studies. Classes are conducted by experienced philology teachers using the most advanced methods.
  • Taking into account all the difficulties of learning Russian, the Department of Linguistics offers additional Russian language electives. Besides, students take an active part in science and speaking clubs.

Scholarship

All international state-funded students studying within the Russian Government quota for foreign citizens get a state scholarship.

Mukallid, India

Studying medicine at KubSMU has been a transformative experience. The university provides excellent facilities and support for international students.

Employment

Starting from the first day of study, students have the right to be employed as junior medical staff. When students successfully pass the exam for the right to work as mid-level health professionals after completing their third year, they can hold a corresponding position at healthcare organizations in the city and the region.

Internships and training

  • Every year, students undertake internships and receive training at major clinical facilities in the city and region, such as the regional hospitals, oncology dispensary, perinatal centers, and other healthcare organizations. All the facilities are fitted with state-of-the-art medical equipment.
  • Students have the opportunity to hone their skills at the multidisciplinary accreditation and simulation center which is one of the best-equipped centers in Russia.
  • The university has its own clinical facilities providing the opportunity to use modern methods of diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation as well as conduct research in various branches of science.
Alkarsifi Mohamad Almojtaba, Lebanon

Kuban State Medical University provides high-quality medical education and creates a friendly atmosphere for international students. Entering KubSMU was one of the best decisions in my life.

Arrival and adaptation

  • Upon arrival, students contact the International Department that helps them adapt to life and study in a foreign country, prepare documents, and solve other organizational issues. The university has the Mentoring Institute comprising the School of Tutors and the School of Monitors. The most experienced international students support applicants and junior students during the entire period of their adaptation.
  • International students have the opportunity to live in the student dormitory, from where they can get to the university by public transport. There are a lot of spots to eat, playgrounds, and the city grove near the campus.
  • Students get comprehensive support and assistance in adaptation. They participate in various leisure activities related to science, sports, creativity, and volunteering. Students take an active part in university life and in the activities of the university’s Interethnic Club.

Campus

  • 4 dormitory buildings (1,909 places)
  • Spaces for creativity and sports
  • Scientific medical library
Doumbia Yussuf Alassane

I chose KubSMU for its high level of education. Our professors are true professionals. They don’t just give lectures, but are genuinely interested in helping us understand educational content. I was particularly impressed by our practical training – starting from our third year of study, we began working with patients under the supervision of experienced doctors.

International student testimonials  

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27.03.2026
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