Nizhny Novgorod State Medical Academy is a major center for medical training in one of the largest regions of the European part of Russia
Nizhny Novgorod State Medical Academy is a major center for medical training in one of the largest regions of the European part of Russia.
The Faculty of Medicine was opened in 1920 as faculty members of Nizhny Novgorod University.
In May 1930 it became an independent medical institute, and in June 1994 it obtained the status of the State Medical Academy.
In 1992 the NNSMA College of Admission Abroad was opened.
Since the 1998/1999 academic year, the Academy has started training foreign students in the English language.
More than 600 foreign students from 38 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America (Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Morocco, Tanzania, Kenya, Syria, etc.) are being trained in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy.
The total number of students is 2500 students.
Available programs
General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dentistry, Preventive Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, residency and postgraduate medical programs. General Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy are available in English.
Admission requirements
A recognized previous-education qualification is required. Program-specific entrance examinations and language requirements may apply. SOLKAF verifies the current requirements before submission.
Required documents
Passport; education certificate or diploma with transcript; certified Russian translations; legalization or apostille and recognition statement when required; application form; medical documents and photographs requested for enrolment.
Application deadlines
Admission dates and fees can change by program and academic year. Apply early enough for document review, invitation processing and visa arrangements; confirm the final schedule before payment.
Accommodation
University dormitory places are allocated subject to availability and university rules. SOLKAF can support the accommodation request and arrival coordination.
