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In 2019 the Higher School of Economics has climbed from 84^th to 60^th place in the Time Higher Education (THE) world ranking of young universities. HSE University is the only Russian university to place in the top 100 of this ranking.

HSE University has retained its position in the Top 100 of the Academic Ranking of World Universities, otherwise known as the Shanghai Ranking, in sociology and mathematics. The university improved in political science and has also placed in the same group in economics. At the same time, HSE moved to the next group in management and entered new subject areas – psychology and business administration. HSE is the only Russian university ranked in four subjects: Sociology, Management, Business Administration, and Political Science. HSE University is Russia’s leader in economics and ranks in the same group as Moscow State University in mathematics.

On June 24, HSE University held an opening ceremony for its International Summer University. Newly arrived students from 32 countries around the globe including Germany, the US, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and others were welcomed by First Vice Rector Vadim Radaev and Vice Rector Ivan Prostakov.

HSE University has improved its position in the QS institutional ranking by 21 places this year, taking 7^th place among Russian universities. The advancement comes thanks to a significant improvement in academic reputation and assessment of university graduates by employers.

Student life at HSE University is filled with services and activities. Learn about the secret advantages of being an HSE international student

HSE's online project 'Megacities of the Future' finishes its first season with the participants from all over the world and promises to start next series after the summer holidays

HSE's International Admissions website is now available in Chinese and Arabic, making HSE University even more accessible to prospective students from all over the world.

In 2019, international applicants recommended for a fee-paying place will be able to receive an additional 5% discount

Starting on May 20, international students planning to apply to Bachelor’s and Specialist programmes at HSE University can register for the Global Scholarship Competition 2020.

HSE offers a unique two-week education opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students. The programme is now accepting applications.