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We welcome all international freshmen of HSE University! Surely you have made the right choice.
We have prepared a post: navigation of HSE services and opportunities for you. Be confident, save and always be #InHSE ✔️
🗺 Support and Career Centre for International Students and Alumni
Responsible for: extracurricular support for international students
✍️ istudents.support@hse.ru
📎 istudents.hse.ru
🗺 Visa and Registration Centre
Responsible for: support in migration issues (registration extension, visa application, obligatory fingerprinting procedures).
✍️ visa-registration@hse.ru
📎 ivisa.hse.ru
🗺 Study office
Responsible for: support of the educational process (issuing student tickets, corporate mail, timetable, group assignment)
📎 find your office on this page: https://www.hse.ru/education/faculty/.
🗺 Student Service Center
Responsible for: issuing certificates and student documents
✍️ studcentre@hse.ru
📎 studentcentre.hse.ru
#hsebasics #InHSE
| 2 | Dear freshmen, welcome to HSE University! 💙
We are so glad that you have become part of our international community full of bright talents.✨
To help you remember your very first day, we recorded a special video of the orientation session just for you. | 607 |
| 3 |  What is the most important thing in a freshman’s bag? 🎒
Pen? Phone? Laptop?
No! The most important thing is the Handbook for International Students at HSE University. 📔
Here you will find all the necessary information for international freshmen, including details on visas, migration, life in Moscow, important contacts, and more! 🇷🇺
You can download this book here:
- English
- Russian
Don't forget to check it regularly, and if you still have any questions, feel free to use our chatbot or contact us by email istudents.support@hse.ru. 📥 | 2 208 |
| 4 | ℹ️ Essential information for 2026 freshmen students
In 2026, HSE University has formalised an agreement with City Polyclinic No. 5 of the Moscow Health Department (DZM).
Who is eligible for a complimentary medical examination:
✅ Foreign nationals who have reached the age of majority.
✅ Students enrolling in their first year of study in 2026.
✅ Those admitted to state-funded places under the Government of the Russian Federation quota.
The medical assessment, covered by HSE University funds, may be undertaken:
📅 Monday through Friday.
⏰ Between 8:00 and 15:00.
📍 Address: 3 Bolshaya Bronnaya Street.
Further particulars are available via the link provided here.
#HSEUniversity #InternationalStudents | 1 354 |
| 5 |  EXTRA IN-PERSON ENROLMENT SLOTS FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: 29 AND 31 AUGUST
Dear international applicants to HSE University! Important information.
We are opening additional slots for in-person enrolment at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University) on 29 and 31 August.
The Admissions Office will be open from 09:30 to 18:00 at the following address: 11 Pokrovsky Boulevard, Building 10, Entrance No. 1.
‼️Please book your slot in advance via your personal online account for applicants.‼️ | 1 202 |
| 6 | ‼️Reminder: Orientation session (English) on August 27.‼️ | 1 389 |
| 7 |  Video message | 1 253 |
| 8 |  Video message | 1 266 |
| 9 |  Video message | 1 271 |
| 10 |  Video message | 1 229 |
| 11 |  Inner Conflict as Part of Culture Shock - How to Cope?
Hi there!🌟
If you’ve been following our series, you already know that adapting to a new country isn’t instant. It’s a journey - one that unfolds in stages. Today, we’re diving deeper into culture shock, focusing on one of its most personal and often overlooked aspects: inner conflict.
What Is Inner Conflict🙋♀️
It’s that quiet, internal struggle that happens when your core values, beliefs, or habits clash - with the new culture around you, or even with yourself.
For example:
• You want to fit in, but fear losing a part of who you are.
• You catch yourself thinking:
"Am I doing the right thing?"
"Should I change to be accepted?"
"Why can’t I just be like I used to?"
These questions can bring confusion, anxiety, or even guilt.
But here’s the truth: this is completely normal.
Inner conflict isn’t a sign you’re failing - it’s a sign you’re growing.
🧠 Why Does This Happen?
Culture shock isn’t just about language barriers, unfamiliar food, or cold weather.
It’s also deeply psychological.
When you enter a new cultural environment, your mind works hard to adapt. But your old beliefs and automatic behaviors don’t just disappear - they resist.
You’re not only learning new social rules - you’re re-evaluating your identity.
And that kind of transformation? It’s rarely comfortable. But it’s powerful.
🛠️ What Can You Do If This Feels Familiar?
1️⃣ Talk to Others Who Get It
Connect with fellow international students or expats.
Sharing your thoughts with people who are going through the same thing can be incredibly healing.
You’re not alone - and sometimes, just saying it out loud helps.
2️⃣Build a “Cultural Bridge”
Share your world with others.
Host a food night, teach a traditional dance, or talk about a holiday from back home.
Celebrating your culture doesn’t pull you back - it grounds you. And it invites others to see and appreciate who you really are.
3️⃣ Practice Self-Reflection
Give yourself space to process:
• Analyze your values: What truly matters to you? Which parts of your identity are non-negotiable?
• Set priorities: What are your key goals right now? Language? Academics? Mental well-being? Focus on one step at a time.
•Keep an adaptation diary: Write down your emotions, small wins, and challenges. Over time, you’ll see how far you’ve come.
🪴 Remember:
Inner conflict isn’t a dead end - it’s a doorway.
It means you’re becoming more flexible, more aware, and more resilient.
You’re learning to live between two worlds - and that makes you stronger.
But if the weight feels too heavy, and self-help isn’t enough - reach out to a counselor or therapist.
Asking for help isn’t weakness. It’s one of the bravest things you can do.
Have you ever felt torn between your old self and your new life? How did you cope?
Share your story in the comments - your experience might be exactly what someone else needs to hear. | 1 608 |
| 12 |  ‼️Dear applicants,
Admission to the HSE University campus located in Moscow is conducted IN PERSON.
You must appear at the Admissions Office to submit the following documents:
1️⃣Educational documents (diploma/certificate + grade supplement) and notarized translations of these documents;
2️⃣Passport under which you will enter the territory of the Russian Federation (If you have a Russian passport, you must enter the country using it. You must also present it when visiting the Admissions Office);
3️⃣Notarized translation of the passport;
4️⃣Application for admission;
5️⃣Consent to enrollment;
6️⃣Consent to the processing of personal data;
7️⃣Consent to the publication of personal data;
8️⃣Acknowledgment form regarding visa and migration requirements of the Russian Federation;
9️⃣Four color photographs, size 3×4 cm.
Note: if your documents required legalization or an apostille, you must bring the legalized documents and their legalized copies, as well as the original documents themselves.
Please note that you must submit to the Admissions Office exactly the documents that you previously uploaded to the HSE University Foreign Applicant's Personal Account.
Prior appointment is required for visiting.
See you soon ❤️ | 1 199 |
| 13 |  Renting an Apartment in Moscow: What International Students Need to Know 🏙️
Moving to Moscow? Exciting! But renting an apartment here comes with rules — especially if you're an international student. Here’s what you really need to know to avoid stress, fines, or getting scammed.
✔️Come prepared — bring all your documents
Be on time and have these ready:
🔵 Passport
🔵 Migration card
🔵 Current registration (migration stamp)
🔵 Certificate of enrollment — you can order it online in your university’s personal account. The e-version is usually ready in 15 minutes!
Be ready to talk about your university, how long you plan to stay, and how you’ll pay rent. Landlords in Moscow are often cautious — it’s not personal. Show that you’re legal, responsible, and serious.
💬 Be honest — who’s actually living in the apartment?
Don’t hide roommates. If someone else will stay with you, tell the landlord. Lying can get you evicted — or worse, lead to legal trouble. Honesty builds trust.
▶️Registration is NOT optional — it’s the law
In Moscow, both you and the landlord can be fined for improper registration.
❗ You cannot be registered by power of attorney — the owner must appear in person at the MVD, MFC, or submit the application via “Gosuslugi” (State Services).
❗ If the landlord lives outside Moscow or rarely visits Russia, make sure they’re ready to handle this. Otherwise, you could end up unregistered — and that’s a serious problem.
📌Your registration must cover your entire stay. Studying for a year? You need a registration slip for that full period (with possible extensions).
✏️ Always sign a written rental agreement
Handshake deals don’t count. A proper contract should include:
— Full names and passport details of both parties
— Exact address, floor, and size of the apartment
— Rental period (must not exceed the validity of your visa/migration card!)
— Rent amount and payment method (cash, bank transfer, etc.)
— Who pays utilities
— Rights and responsibilities (e.g. pets, guests, repairs)
➡️The contract should be in both Russian and English (or your language) to prevent misunderstandings.
💡 Pro tip:
If you’re unsure about the contract or the terms, show it to HSE Student Housing office. They’ll help you check it and flag any red flags.
Renting in Moscow is doable — just stay legal, be upfront, and protect yourself with a solid agreement. Do it right, and you’ll have a safe, comfortable place to call home.☺️
#InHSE #hsebasics | 1 478 |
| 14 | Please note that without completing the registration form, you will not be able to attend the orientation session.
25 august (rus) - https://forms.yandex.ru/u/6a7d8896d0468850806ba4d9
26 august (rus) - https://forms.yandex.ru/u/6a6b3b2df47e73564a0db158
27 august (eng) - https://forms.yandex.ru/u/6a6b5cbf02848f5ddb72d98f
We apologize for any inconvenience caused and look forward to welcoming you from 25 to 27 August. | 3 753 |
| 15 |  Important information for applicants of HSE University,
Due to technical reasons, the orientation session for international students has been rescheduled:
🔹 The Russian-language session will take place on 25 August (Cultural Centre, HSE University, Pokrovsky Blvd, 11 at 10:00).
🔹 The second Russian-language session will take place on 26 August (Rooms R304, R307, R308, HSE University, Pokrovsky Blvd, 11 at 10:00).
🔹 The English-language session will take place on 27 August (HSE University, Pokrovsky Blvd, 11 at 10:00 , Rooms R204 – lecture , R207, R208, R307, R308— registration, medical insurance ).
‼️ Dear first year students - orientation sessions must be attended without parental or family accompaniment ‼️
All essential information can be found in the International Student Handbook. | 3 752 |
| 16 |  Cultural Shock: How to Cope with the Challenges of Adapting to a New Country
Today we’re continuing our conversation about adjusting to life in a new country. After the exciting “honeymoon phase” comes a less pleasant stage — the crisis, or what’s known as cultural shock.
🔵What is cultural shock?
Imagine stepping into a world where everything is different — language, social norms, daily routines, even the way people smile. At first, it feels fascinating. But over time, small frustrations pile up. You start feeling tired, irritable, homesick. You may feel like an outsider.
Cultural shock is a psychological response to encountering unfamiliar cultural patterns and ways of life. It often includes:
🔵Longing for home, family, and old friends
🔵Feelings of isolation and alienation
🔵Anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion
🔵Physical symptoms like fatigue or sleep problems
Yes, it can lead to chronic stress — but the good news is: it’s temporary, and it’s manageable.
How to find your way out of this condition?
Focus on three key areas: your body, your emotions, and your thoughts.
Taking care of your body
Your body is often the first to react to stress. Headaches, muscle tension, fatigue — these are signals. Listen to them.
What helps:
Breathing exercises💤
• Extended exhale: Inhale for 1-2-3, exhale for 4-5-6-7-8-9. A longer exhale calms your nervous system.
• Box breathing 4-4-4-4: Inhale — pause — exhale — pause. Simple, but powerful.
Muscle relaxation 🌟
Try the "head movement" exercise: Sit or stand, close your eyes, and slowly, gently rotate your head. Move slowly, searching for comfortable points. The slower you go, the faster the tension releases.
Exercise, sleep, and nutrition
Don’t underestimate the basics. Morning stretches, healthy meals, and 7–8 hours of sleep are not luxuries — they’re fuel for adaptation.
Managing emotions and thoughts 🌟
Emotions aren’t the enemy. They’re messengers. The key is not to suppress them, but to learn how to work with them.
Try these strategies:
🟣Acknowledge your feelings
It’s okay to feel sad, anxious, or angry. Say to yourself: “It’s hard right now — and that’s part of my journey.”
The “worry window”
🟣Set aside 10–15 minutes a day to focus on your worries. Write them down, talk them through, cry if you need to. Then say: “I’ll come back to this tomorrow. For now, I choose peace.”
🟣Reverse visualization of success
Instead of imagining future achievements, look back. Recall a time when you overcame a challenge. What helped you then? This reminds you: You’ve already been strong before.
Mental journey 🌟
When things feel overwhelming, close your eyes and picture a place where you feel safe and calm — your childhood room, a beach, your grandmother’s house. Use this to recharge.
But remember: this is a pause, not an escape.
Step outside your comfort zone🌟
Yes, it sounds counterintuitive — but new experiences bring energy. Attend a student event, try a new hobby, explore a new neighborhood.
Every small step builds your new life.
🪴 The exit is ahead
That soft light at the end of the maze? It’s real. Cultural shock isn’t a failure — it’s a phase of transformation. Many who’ve been through it say: “Now I understand myself better.”
Adaptation isn’t about becoming “like the locals.” It’s about finding yourself in a new world.
Next time, we’ll dive into inner conflicts — when your old self and new self start to clash. Stay tuned!
💬 Share in the comments: Which stage of cultural shock are you going through? What helps you cope?
#InHSE #mentalhealth #hsebasics | 1 309 |
| 17 |  +4Get a SIM card to stay in touch📞
As of 1 January 2025, the new regulation of SIM card circulation provides for the specifics of selling SIM cards to foreign citizens and stateless persons.
3 simple steps to register/re-issue your SIM-cards starting from 01.01.2025
✅Step 1 - prepare required documents and data:
1. Accessible email
2. Identity document
• for a foreigner: passport of a foreign citizen
• for a stateless person: temporary residence permit / residence permit / refugee certificate / certificate of temporary asylum on the territory of the Russian Federation
3. Notarised translation of the passport of a foreign citizen. To obtain it, apply:
• to a notary - have the document translated by a translator recommended by the notary and have it certified
• to a translation agency
4. Extended migration card – for visa-free foreign citizens
✅Step 2 – visit one of the bank offices, where you can apply for the following services:
• SNILS
• Confirmed account on Gosuslugi.ru (State Services)
• Confirmed biometrics
The service is available:
• in SberBank offices
• in offices of Solidarnost Bank
• At Т-Bank representatives
* If you already have documents and services from step 2 - go straight to step 3
✅ Step 3 - Apply to the office of the mobile operator with all the above documents and data. Also provide:
• IMEI - number of your device
• number of active SIM cards
For new customers - study and sign the agreement.
For re-registration of existing SIM cards - sign an application for data update.
Activate the SIM card at the operator's office or independently on Gosuslugi. | 1 673 |
| 18 |  We're recruiting for our International Volunteers Team!💙
Being part of International Volunteers isn't just a chance to help create a welcoming environment for international students - it's also an opportunity to meet interesting people from all over the world.
As a volunteer, you'll also receive certificates towards a higher scholarship and some branded merch.
Join our friendly community - see you on the 20th of august! | 1 433 |
| 19 | Required Documents for Check-in:
*️⃣Passport + copy
*️⃣Copy of entry visa (if applicable)
*️⃣Migration card + copy
*️⃣Medical documents (details to follow in official instructions)
*️⃣Printed housing referral (valid only for 10 days)
*️⃣Previous migration registration (if you’ve lived in Russia before)
📌 Important Notes:
Dormitory assignment is automatic — no choice of room or building
If you miss the check-in deadline, contact: zaselenie@hse.ru
2️⃣Alternative Accommodation (Provided by HSE)
✅ Eligibility: All students (including self-funded, exchange, etc.)
✅ Migration Registration: Included
💳 Cost: Students pay rent directly via their Resident’s Personal Account
Available Options:
*️⃣Residential Complex: «Level Amurskaya»
*️⃣Student Housing Centres:
«Comfort on Varshavka»
*️⃣Hotels:
«Sevastopol», «Cosmos», «Vals», «Azimut», «Vertical Boutique»
*️⃣Apartment Hotels:
«YE'S» chain
*️⃣Campus Housing: «Myakinino» Campus
Booking Process:
*️⃣Review available options
*️⃣Book your place via the *️⃣Resident’s Personal Account (follow official instructions)
*️⃣Pay the required amount
Required Documents for Check-in:
*️⃣Passport + copy
*️⃣Copy of entry visa (if applicable)
*️⃣Migration card + copy
*️⃣Medical documents (to be confirmed)
*️⃣Previous registration (if previously residing in Russia)
✉️ For booking support or inquiries contact the Student Housing Office at: sho@hse.ru
Private Rental (Self-arranged Accommodation)
✅ Eligibility: All students
⚠️ Migration Registration: Your responsibility — ensure your landlord agrees to provide official registration
⚠️ Important:
HSE does not assist with finding private housing
You must register your address with local authorities within 7 business days of arrival in Russia
Keep copies of your lease agreement and registration confirmation
📌 General Tips:
▶️Start the accommodation process early
▶️Monitor your HSE email and the Student Personal Office for updates
▶️Migration registration is mandatory for all international students — failure to register may result in fines or legal issues
Medical documents may include proof of TB test, vaccinations, or health insurance — check upcoming slides or HSE website for full list
📞Contacts:
Dormitory Check-in Issues: zaselenie@hse.ru
Alternative Housing Booking: sho@hse.ru
Official HSE Housing Website: https://housing.hse.ru (recommended to check for updates and instructions)
#InHSE #hsebasics | 3 957 |
| 20 |  🏠 HSE Accommodation Options
1️⃣HSE Dormitories
✅Eligibility: Full-scholarship students only
✅ Migration Registration: Included (provided by HSE)
📒 Check-in Timeline:
*️⃣Complete in-person enrollment first
*️⃣Receive housing referral after August 25, 2025
*️⃣Must check in within 10 days of receiving the referral (it expires after 10 days)
Required Documents for Check-in:
*️⃣Passport + copy
*️⃣Copy of entry visa (if applicable)
*️⃣Migration card + copy
*️⃣Medical documents (details to follow in official instructions)
*️⃣Printed housing referral (valid only for 10 days)
*️⃣Previous migration registration (if you’ve lived in Russia before)
📌 Important Notes:
Dormitory assignment is automatic — no choice of room or building
If you miss the check-in deadline, contact: zaselenie@hse.ru
2️⃣Alternative Accommodation (Provided by HSE)
✅ Eligibility: All students (including self-funded, exchange, etc.)
✅ Migration Registration: Included
💳 Cost: Students pay rent directly via their Resident’s Personal Account
Available Options:
*️⃣Residential Complex: «Level Amurskaya»
*️⃣Student Housing Centres:
«Comfort on Varshavka»
*️⃣Hotels:
«Sevastopol», «Cosmos», «Vals», «Azimut», «Vertical Boutique»
*️⃣Apartment Hotels:
«YE'S» chain
*️⃣Campus Housing: «Myakinino» Campus
Booking Process:
*️⃣Review available options
*️⃣Book your place via the *️⃣Resident’s Personal Account (follow official instructions)
*️⃣Pay the required amount
Required Documents for Check-in:
*️⃣Passport + copy
*️⃣Copy of entry visa (if applicable)
*️⃣Migration card + copy
*️⃣Medical documents (to be confirmed)
*️⃣Previous registration (if previously residing in Russia)
✉️ For booking support or inquiries contact the Student Housing Office at: sho@hse.ru
Private Rental (Self-arranged Accommodation)
✅ Eligibility: All students
⚠️ Migration Registration: Your responsibility — ensure your landlord agrees to provide official registration
⚠️ Important:
HSE does not assist with finding private housing
You must register your address with local authorities within 7 business days of arrival in Russia
Keep copies of your lease agreement and registration confirmation
📌 General Tips:
▶️Start the accommodation process early
▶️Monitor your HSE email and the Student Personal Office for updates
▶️Migration registration is mandatory for all international students — failure to register may result in fines or legal issues
Medical documents may include proof of TB test, vaccinations, or health insurance — check upcoming slides or HSE website for full list
📞Contacts:
Dormitory Check-in Issues: zaselenie@hse.ru
Alternative Housing Booking: sho@hse.ru
Official HSE Housing Website: https://housing.hse.ru (recommended to check for updates and instructions)
#InHSE #hsebasics | 1 252 |
