main track
Qualifying events
Take the entrance exams in a convenient format: in-person or online. You can only take a given subject once — in one of the formats.
💡 Important: qualifying events are available only after registration in your personal account and choosing a programme. Results will appear in your personal account within 14 days.
alternative track
Recognition of international exam results
Check whether you can use an international exam result instead of taking a specific qualifying event.
Find out which national or international olympiads allow you to apply for a state-funded place at HSE University
Olympiad is a separate admission track. It grants special rights for specific programmes admissions.
How to prepare for qualifying events
Before taking the exam, study the format, syllabus, and preparation materials.
Qualifying event programmes and mock tests
Study the syllabi, solve demo versions and check past years' assignments.
Qualifying Events per Programme
Find out which qualifying events you need to take for your chosen programme.
Rules for online quilifying events
Check the regulations: what is allowed and forbidden during the test, what tools you may use, and the procedure.
2026 exam schedule
You can see the qualifying events' dates on a separate page. Registration for exams is done through the international applicant's personal account after you register there.
How to know which exams to take?
First, choose your educational programme and check the list of qualifying events on the programme catalogue.
Qualifying event results usually appear in your personal account within 14 days after the exam.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know which qualifying events to take?
It depends on the educational programme you choose. Check the programme catalog and the list of qualifying events for that programme.
Can I take the same subject both online and in‑person?
No. You can take a subject only once — either online or in‑person.
Where do I register for exams?
Registration is done through the international applicant's personal account after you have registered there.
When are results published?
Results usually appear in your personal account within 14 days after the exam.
What does an olympiad give me?
An olympiad is a separate admission track. It does not replace a specific subject but may grant a benefit or the possibility of admission to a specific programme depending on its conditions.
Still have questions?
Get a consultation by email inter@hse.ru
In your email, introduce yourself, briefly describe your question, and if you have a registration number, please include it.