Founded
1942
MEPhIPhysics & high technology
National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
A technology university strong in physics, mathematics, nuclear technologies, IT and information security.
Physics, technology, IT and advanced engineering
Dormitory
available
Metro / area
Kashirskaya
Address
31 Kashirskoe Highway, Moscow
Profile
MEPhI is especially relevant for students interested in physics, mathematics, high-tech engineering, nuclear technology, programming and cybersecurity.
The academic profile is broad, with key fields including Applied mathematics, Physics, Nuclear technologies, Information security. This makes it possible to compare several related study paths within one university instead of locking into a single speciality too early.
The university environment is especially notable for Strong physics and mathematics foundation., Technology and research-oriented programmes., IT and cybersecurity alongside fundamental science.. When choosing, it is worth looking beyond the passing score and considering whether the teaching model, research environment and future career paths match your goals.
This university is worth considering if the “Physics & high technology” profile fits your interests and you want to use the opportunities of a large academic environment rather than focus only on the diploma. In short: Physics, technology, IT and advanced engineering.
Strong fields
Applied mathematics
Physics
Nuclear technologies
Information security
Who it may suit / Who should compare alternatives
Who it may suit
- Students who want to connect science with technology and industrial tasks: Applied mathematics, Physics, Nuclear technologies, Information security.
- Those interested in laboratories, materials, digital technology and applied research.
- Students who prefer a modern technological focus to a broad classical profile.
Who should compare alternatives
- If you want a broad classical education without early technological focus.
- If humanities, international or social fields are your priority.
- If industrial and laboratory environments do not appeal to you.
Admission results
Latest available data: 2025Verified programmes: 3Passing scores 2025
Verified results from a specific admission campaign and selected programmes. They are useful for planning the next intake but do not guarantee the same competition next year.
Programme
Applied Mathematics and Computer Science
State-funded305
Programme
Applied Mathematics and Physics
State-funded282
Programme
Physics
State-funded282
For some programmes the competition total can include additional entrance exams and individual achievements, so a value above 300 is not necessarily an error.
Passing scores depend on competition, quotas, olympiad admissions, available places and each year’s applicant results.
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