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Mari State University

Fast-growing classical university offering affordable English-medium medical education.

Yoshkar-Ola, Russia · Established 1972

Fees₹34,78,000
MediumEnglish
Duration6 years
Indian students800+
About

Why Mari State University?

Mari State University combines a multi-disciplinary campus with a dedicated medical faculty for international students seeking value-focused MBBS abroad options.

Yoshkar-Ola offers a calm student city environment with lower living costs than Moscow or Saint Petersburg.

Key highlights

  • Competitive total fees versus many European destinations
  • English-medium programme with growing Indian intake
  • Research exposure across university departments
  • Safe campus hostels and student services
  • WeMed-supported admission and visa workflow

University overview

Quick facts at a glance — verify intake-year details during counselling.

Location Yoshkar-Ola, Russia
Established 1972
Programme 6-year medical degree
Medium English
Intake September
Living costs Lower than major metros

Fee structure

Transparent breakdown of typical costs — final figures on your offer letter.

Fee structure · 2026-27

Indicative fees for 2026-27. $1 = ₹94 approx. Medical check-up & visa extension excluded. Subject to change.

1st year — tuition fee $6,500

Hostel included in tuition fee

1st year — Indian mess $1,500

Mandatory for 1st year

2nd – 6th year — tuition (per year) $5,500

Hostel included in tuition fee

2nd – 6th year — Indian mess Optional

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One-time administrative charges $1,500

First year only

Total course (approx.) Total course · 6 years
₹34,78,000

Exchange rates and university revisions may apply. WeMed confirms your final quote before application.

Campus & student life

  • University hostels
  • Indian student associations
  • Laboratories and lecture complexes
  • Regional hospital partnerships

Eligibility

  • 10+2 PCB with NEET
  • 50% PCB minimum (40% reserved)
  • Age 17+

Admission via WeMed

  1. Free counselling and shortlisting with WeMed
  2. Submit 10th/12th marksheets and NEET scorecard
  3. Receive admission / invitation letter from the university
  4. Apply for student visa with our document checklist
  5. Pay tuition as per schedule and travel to Russia

FAQs — Mari State University

Is Mari State good for budget students?

Yes — it is often shortlisted for affordable English-medium MBBS in Russia.

How cold is Yoshkar-Ola?

Winters are cold; campuses are heated — pack appropriate clothing.

Next step: Yoshkar-Ola

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