Top Russian university reveals fees for new AI faculty

January 28, 2026

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MSU launched a new AI faculty in September to unify its AI research and the MGU-270 supercomputer.
Tuition fees for the AI faculty are not yet finalized but are expected to be similar to other faculties with comparable academic programs.
Tuition at MSU for the 2026 academic year ranges from 420,000 to 760,000 rubles ($5,500-$10,000) per year.
The AI faculty will offer 36 bachelor's and 36 master's degree spots starting September 1.
The goal is to train researchers and future scientific leaders in AI.
President Vladimir Putin described AI as a more groundbreaking technology than the space program.
Putin believes AI will create new jobs requiring goal-setting, data work, engineering mindset, and responsibility.
Putin has instructed the government to develop a comprehensive AI development plan for Russia within six months.
AI will be integrated into various economic sectors and government agencies under a special presidential commission.

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