Sechenov Leaders Program Admission: Frequently Asked Questions

Applying to a medical program in another country raises many practical questions. This page gathers the most common questions about Sechenov Leaders program admission and answers them using information published by the university. It is meant for international applicants, including students from Hong Kong, who are considering the English-taught Leaders in Health Innovations track in General Medicine. Admission runs in three stages, namely submitting documents, sitting two entrance tests, and signing a contract followed by payment, and the questions below follow roughly that order.

What exactly am I applying to?

You are applying to the Leaders in Health Innovations track at Sechenov University in Moscow. It belongs to the General Medicine specialty, is delivered at Specialist degree level and leads to the Medical Doctor qualification after six years. Teaching is in English. In addition to the full medical curriculum, the track includes a leadership development program, extra research disciplines, small-group teaching and personal curator support.

How can I submit my documents?

Three routes are available. You can bring your documents in person in Moscow, send them by post to 119991, Moscow, GSP-1, Trubetskaya St., 8, bldg. 2, or apply online via the Gosuslugi state services portal. If you are unsure which option suits your situation, contact the admissions committee before you send anything, as they can advise on the practical details. Whichever route you choose, check that your set of documents is complete before it leaves your hands.

Which entrance tests do I need to take?

There are two tests, and both take the form of written testing. Chemistry is the priority test, and Russian language is an additional one. Because the track is taught in English, some applicants are surprised by the Russian test, so it is worth asking the admissions office what level is expected and preparing for it alongside chemistry.

What happens after I pass the entrance tests?

The final step is to conclude an education contract with the university and make the payment for your studies. Only once both are completed are you formally a student of the Leaders track. Read the contract carefully, paying attention to the payment terms, and raise any questions with the admissions committee before you sign. Our admissions section summarizes all three stages.

Are application deadlines and test dates published here?

No. This page does not list deadlines, test dates, the number of places or minimum scores, because these details change and should come from an official source. General information about the 2026 admission campaign is available at https://www.sechenov.ru/admissions/priemnaya-kampaniya-2026/, and the program team can confirm the dates that apply to you. Planning backward from those dates will leave enough time to gather and prepare your documents.

How much does the program cost?

The fee for the first year of study is 1,500,000 roubles. It covers the full General Medicine curriculum, the six-year leadership program, additional research disciplines, curator and mentor support, access to university laboratories and the scientific base, and participation in extracurricular events and projects. Fees for later years are not published on the program page, so please confirm them directly with the university before signing the contract. The official information mentions no scholarships or discounts for this track, and it does not cover accommodation or living costs, so ask about these separately.

What do I need to know about entering Russia?

Sechenov University provides guidance on entry rules and migration support for international students at https://welcome.sechenov.ru/en/migration-support/. Read it early, since document preparation can take time, and keep copies of everything you submit for your own records. Specific questions about your own circumstances should be directed to the university.

Will my degree allow me to work outside Russia?

Sechenov University is ranked first for medical education in Russia, and its diploma is valued in dozens of countries. However, the right to practice medicine in any particular country depends on that country’s rules for recognizing foreign qualifications. Admission to the program does not guarantee recognition or employment anywhere, so check the requirements of the country where you plan to work.

Whom should I contact with further questions?

The program has its own e-mail address, healthleaders@staff.sechenov.ru. You can also call the admissions committee at +7 (495) 622-98-20 or the university call center at +7 (495) 609-14-00. The university is located at 119048, Moscow, Trubetskaya St., 8, bldg. 2. These details are also collected on our contacts page, and an overview of the track is on the program page.

If you are ready to take the next step, visit the official program page at https://healthleaders.sechenov.ru/ or write to healthleaders@staff.sechenov.ru, and the team will help you with your application.