I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University is Russia's oldest and most prestigious medical school, founded in 1758 as the medical faculty of Imperial Moscow University. Named after the great Russian physiologist Ivan Sechenov, it is consistently ranked among Russia's top universities in QS World Rankings. Under the Ministry of Health of Russia, Sechenov University trains 10,000+ students from 90+ countries annually. It offers 6-year MBBS in English, with world-class clinical training in 50+ affiliated hospitals including University Clinical Hospital. Recognized by WHO, NMC India, ECFMG, and FAIMER. Graduates qualify for USMLE, PLAB, FMGE, and other international licensing exams. Highest fees among listed universities, reflecting its top-tier status. The best MBBS institution Russia has to offer.
| University Name | First Moscow State Medical University Named After I.M. Sechenov (Sechenov University) |
| Location | Moscow, Russia |
| State / Region | Moscow (Federal City) |
| University Type | Federal Government Medical University (Oldest in Russia) |
| Established | 1800 |
| Course Duration | 6 Years (Including Internship) |
| Medium of Teaching | English / Russian |
| MBBS Seats / Year | 300 |
| Recognition | WHO, NMC India, FAIMER, ECFMG, WDOMS, Ministry of Health Russia, QS World Rankings |
| Website | www.sechenov.ru |
| inter@sechenov.ru | |
| Phone | +7 495 609-14-00 |
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