A university that puts your goals and experience first
CU is the first Russian university built on the STEM model — uniting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
Our programs focus on practice and industry, covering areas like machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), business analytics, software engineering, and design
We partner with over 50 leading companies, including T‑Bank, VK, Avito, Kaspersky, and others. Together, we create relevant study programs and provide students with exclusive internship and employment opportunities
About Central University
Full or partial tuition grant
covers up to 100% of tuition for the entire bachelor’s or master’s program
Internships
Real projects and internships with industry leaders (T‑Bank, VK, Avito, Kaspersky, and others)
State‑recognized diploma
Activities
Unique student and applicant activities: IT boot camps (“IT‑kanikuly”), DATATON, Unified State Exam practice tests, and more
Career support
internships after the second year, career mentoring, opportunities to get offers from and join top IT and business companies
What you get when you join CU
Programs
Artificial Intelligence
learn to build AI‑driven products like marketplaces, voice assistants, and music platforms
Business Analytics
discover how to identify and pursue growth opportunities in products by understanding user needs
Software Engineering
turn abstract business ideas into robust websites, apps, or games
Design
create human‑centered design solutions that bridge technology and creativity, working at the intersection of different fields alongside industry leaders
On‑campus programs
On‑campus programs in high‑demand IT fields — machine learning, software engineering, product analytics, product management, and design
Online
Online master’s degree in machine learning
Step 1
Register in your CU applicant’s personal account and complete your application
Step 2
Complete the selection rounds and participate in activities to increase your grant
Step 3
Receive your final tuition grant — up to 100%
Step 4
Complete the enrollment process and become a CU student
How to apply
Tuition and financial aid
Bachelor’s program
up to 435 000 ₽
Tuition fee: up to 435,000
rubles per semester
rubles per semester
Master’s program
up to 450 000 ₽
Tuition fee: 450,000 rubles for master’s programs
Support
- Tuition grants up to 100% available for all applicants
- Partner scholarships according to competition results
- Student housing available in Moscow
Campus, student life, and international community
Education
All courses are conducted in Russian
Research opportunities
labs, industry collaborations, and student‑led projects
Student life
Olympiad programs, interest clubs, and community initiatives
Campus
Moscow
Gasheka st. 7, bldg. 1 “Mayakovskaya” metro station
Central University Campus
“Oblako”
Moscow
Gasheka st. 12, bldg. 8
Dormitories
Profsoyuznaya st. 154, bldg. 3
We're here
Cosmos
“Baikal City Hotel”
Selskokhozyaistvennaya st. 15/1
Campus
Moscow
Gasheka st. 7, bldg. 1 “Mayakovskaya” metro station
Central University Campus
Baikal City Hotel
We're here
Selskokhozyaistvennaya st. 15/1
Oblako
Moscow
Gasheka st. 12, bldg. 8
Общежития
Profsoyuznaya st. 154, bldg. 3
Cosmos
See you at CU
Admissions Office
Moscow, Gasheka st. 7, bldg. 1
apply@cu.ru
apply@cu.ru