About

Orenburg State Medical Academy (OSMA), formerly known as Medical Institute named after Chkalov, was established in 1944 in Russia. It started as an institute offering MBBS degree in general medicine. Lazarenko F.M, Olifson L.E Silantyev A.K. and Fetisov N.V founded the institute. Mironchen Anton is the current dean of the college. 

Today, Orenburg State Medical Academy has 8 departments and over 555 faculty members, including 93 doctors of medicine and 298 associate doctors. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctorate programs in various medical specialties. It graduates about 500 medical professionals every year.

The academy has a well-developed infrastructure, including hostels, canteens, libraries, and research centers. It has affiliations with 18 hospitals providing opportunities for practical clinical training to students. The faculty includes experienced professors, associate professors, and doctors. The academy has received recognition from WHO, ECFMG, and FAIMER for its MBBS program.

Highlights 

Criteria	Information
Approved By	Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation, World Health Organization, National Medical Commission
Ranking – Country	#312 of 3851
Ranking – World	#9476 of 14,1311
Awards	Winner of the All-Russian contest “100 Best Universities of Russia” in 2006 and 2007
Affiliated Hospital	More than 18 teaching hospitals available for clinical training in various specialtiesOrenburg regional clinical hospitalMunicipal city clinical hospital named after Pirogov N.I.Municipal city clinical hospitalOrenburg regional clinical hospitalMunicipal city clinical hospitalPolyclinic of municipal city clinical hospitalRailway clinical hospital of Orenburg station
Accreditation	Accredited by the National Centre for Public Accreditation (NCPA) and the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA)
Students / Lecturers Ratio	7:1
Coaching Quality	Strong academic baseResearch focused educationHands-on clinical training
Education Quality	International-standard curriculumCompetent and specialized faculty members

Infrastructure and Facilities

• Campus

The university has a vibrant campus with world-class facilities for quality education and life. The campus is in the Orenburg City of Russia, the region’s cultural and industrial center.

• Lab

The university has various medical laboratories to facilitate participation in research and experiments. Some of the laboratories are mentioned below:

1. Laboratory of Molecular Biology and Genetics
2. Laboratory of Immunology and Allergology
3. Laboratory of Microbiology and Virology
4. Laboratory of Pathology and Histology
5. Laboratory of Biochemistry and Biophysics
6. Laboratory of Pharmacology and Toxicology

• Library

The library has over 600,000 books and periodicals in various languages, including Russian, English, French, German, etc.

• Access to more than 200 online medical journals and databases, such as PubMed, Cochrane Library, ScienceDirect, etc.
• Computerized catalog and a digital library system 
• The library has a reading hall, a reference hall, a multimedia hall, and a conference hall for various purposes.

• Hospitals

The university has over 18 teaching hospitals for clinical training in various specialties.

1. Municipal city clinical hospital number 1

2. Orenburg regional clinical hospital no 1.

3. Municipal city clinical hospital named Pirogov N.I.

4. Municipal city clinical hospital no. 2.

5. Orenburg regional clinical hospital no. 2.

6. Polyclinic of the municipal city clinical hospital no. 5.

7. Railway clinical hospital of Orenburg Station.

• Hostels

1. The university provides well managed accommodation for all the students along with furnished rooms and good meals.

• 3 hostels provide lodging and necessary amenities
• The hostels have free internet facilities from 10 pm to 6 am.
• The hostels have 120 personal computers.
• Police and 24-hour surveillance CCTV cameras protect the hostel buildings.
• The hostel campus is conveniently located in an accessible region.

• Food

The university provides healthy food to students in the university mess. The mess serves a variety of cuisines, including Indian, Russian, Chinese, etc. The students can also cook their food in the common kitchen area in the hostels.

• Transportation

The university is located in Orenburg, which has a well-developed public transportation system. Buses, trams, trolleybuses, taxis and minibuses are available for commuting.

• Sports clubs

The university has sports clubs which comprise of 12 sports leagues, including aerobics, basketball,  swimming, volleyball, track-and-field athletics, indoor soccer,  table tennis, skiing, lifting, and chess.

• Cultural activities

The university organizes various cultural activities such as music, dance, fashion, or festivals to embrace the diversity and richness of different cultures.

Scholarship 

Orenburg State Medical University offers some scholarships to its students. Some of them are mentioned below:

• Government Scholarship: The Russian government provides limited scholarships to international students who apply through the Russian embassy or plan to return to their home country. The scholarship covers the tuition fee and a monthly stipend for living expenses.
• University Scholarships: OSMU also provides merit-based scholarships to its students based on their academic performance and research activities. The scholarship amount varies depending on the criteria and availability.
• External Scholarship: Some external organizations and foundations also offer scholarships to students who wish to study MBBS in Russia. Some are Global Study Awards, Erasmus Mundus Scholarships, Fulbright Scholarships, etc. These scholarships’ eligibility and application process may differ depending on the issuing organization.

Review 

“I’m a second-year student at Orenburg State Medical University. I’ve been here for two years, and I love it. The staff here is excellent. They teach in English and explain everything we need to know.” – URV B CHAUDHARI, Orenburg State Medical University

“I’m grateful for the supportive environment that Orenburg State Medical University has given me during my 2 years of Post Graduation in Radiology. It was a wise decision to join this university. I learned to actively participate in my education from the beginning of medical school, which helped me succeed throughout my medical career.”- Dr. ASHOK PATEL

“I’m a 1st-year student,Sakshi.” I arrived here in November 2017 and was amazed by this university. I started my course, and I’m enjoying it. Orenburg State Medical University is one of the best medical universities in Russia. It has great hostel facilities like an Indian mess and hostel rooms” – SAKSHI DUBEY, Orenburg State Medical University

FAQs

What is the duration and medium of instruction of the MBBS program at OrSMU?

The MBBS program at OrSMU is 6 years, including 5 years of theoretical and practical training and 1 year of internship. The medium of instruction is English for international students.

What are the eligibility criteria for the MBBS program at OrSMU?

 The eligibility criteria for the MBBS program at OrSMU are mentioned below:

1. The applicant must have completed 10 2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects with a minimum of 50% marks.
2. The applicant must be at least 17 years old as of 31st December of the year of admission.
3. The applicant must qualify the NEET exam for Indian students.

What are the benefits of studying MBBS in Russia at OrSMU?

Some benefits of studying MBBS in Russia at OrSMU are mentioned below:

•  The university has a glorious history of seven decades and a solid balance of experience, expertise, and modernity.
•  It has a strong academic base, research-focused education, and hands-on clinical training.
•  The university has competent and specialized faculty members who teach in English and guide the students.
• The university has a lower tuition fee and living cost than other countries.

What are the job opportunities after graduation from Orenburg State Medical University?

Orenburg State Medical University graduates can work in various fields, including healthcare, research, and academia. They can work as physicians, dentists, pharmacists, psychologists, or researchers. Graduates can also pursue further studies or research in their chosen field.

How can I contact OrSMU for more information or queries?

You can contact OrSMU through their official website https://www.orenburgsmu.com/ or their email address info@orenburgsmu.com. You can also call them at 7 (3532) 77-49-19 or 7 (3532) 77-49-29.