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Applying to ITMO and wondering how to plan your budget? We’ve got your back 👌

We asked our students about their typical monthly expenses on groceries, eating out, transport, accomodation, and leisure. Check out the main takeaways in the cards.

▶️Find out more details and the approximate monthly total in our article

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Want to learn about ITMO from a current student? Here’s your chance! 🤩

Hailing from Angola, Ricardo Augusto is now in his second year of studying computer science at ITMO. In a recent video on his YouTube channel, he shares his experiences of studying in Russia and his academic journey.

📹 You can enjoy the video in Portuguese or with English subtitles.
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Soon on every ITMO campus 👀
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From breakthrough science to robot musicians — here’s your week at ITMO!

🔬 ITMO, Skoltech, and HSE scientists have created the first electrically powered perovskite laser as a more cost-efficient solution for optical chips, sensors, and quantum devices.

🎓 In 2026, ITMO has received 32,000+ applications to Bachelor’s programs (150% more than last year!) and welcomed a record number of contest winners in St. Petersburg.

🤖 ITMO’s Youth Robotics Lab unveiled its most complex robot yet, EMMA, at RobotChallenge 2026 in Beijing. The violin-playing robot can tune its own violin and repeat melodies “by ear.”

And now, some posts worth revisiting:

👌 We’ve asked our students about their typical monthly spending on groceries, eating out, transport, accommodation, and leisure. Check out the key takeaways in our cards.

🫰 From grabbing a coffee to using an ATM or managing your stipend, learn the essential currency-related words in Russian.

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Krestovsky Island: a stroll among luxury 😉

Tucked between the Neva and the Gulf of Finland, this green oasis is known for its historic villas and prominent dynasties. But here’s the secret: the island doesn’t care about your wallet.

Stroll along the waterfront, breathe in the fresh air, and watch the sunset beside the city’s largest stadium. Rent a bike, find a quiet bench, or simply get lost among the trees.

➡️ Explore Krestovsky Island like a local

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Work. Study. Create 👍

24/7 workspaces, meeting rooms for teams, and even places to connect with future employers – every ITMO campus has a space for creativity and creation.

👉 Explore our guide

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Ready for some end-of-summer fun? Try stamp hunting! 🕵️‍♂️

Catch the last days of the Cultural Notebook initiative this August: grab a notebook, visit the city’s cultural landmarks, and get unique stamps for your collection. From famous museums to popular coffeeshops, this will be a walk to remember!

Learn more and plan your route with our article 🏃‍♂️

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First-year students, get ready to journey into the ITMO Universe 🪐

If you’re already in St. Petersburg, don’t miss ITMO Universe, our orientation days for new students, which take place on August 31 – September 2 for Bachelor’s students and on September 2-5 for Master’s students.

Here, you’ll explore stations focused on various aspects of your future studies, learn about student clubs at ITMO, and join a party with fun activities from our partners and a secret headliner.

But that’s not all: join ITMO Universe online on VK and Telegram to learn more details about your upcoming classes and get all the info in one place.

🗺️ Find more information + links to events and channels

Full list of stations for Bachelor’s students can be found here.

NB! Foundation Program students are also welcome to attend the event. Drop by the station “Getting started for international students” for useful info.

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