"MGIMO Guide" — Your Guide to the University The first few days in a new country can feel a little overwhelming. To make the transition easier and less stressful, the University made “MGIMO Guide” — an online handbook designed to help first-year students settle in faster and find answers to the questions that matter most. 🌍 From Home to University: What to Do Before and After You Arrive How should you prepare for your trip? Which documents do you need to bring? And what steps should you take right after crossing the border? “MGIMO Guide” has everything you need in one place — from information on student visas and entry requirements to step-by-step instructions on moving into your dormitory, registering with the Federal Migration Services, and handling other important formalities during your first few days. 📍 University Facilities The campus has everything you need: ➖ the library with a collection of around one million items in 56 foreign languages; ➖ the MGIMO Multifunctional Sports Center with a swimming pool and gyms; ➖ the medical center; ➖ cafés, canteens, and shops. 📚 Student Life The guide will help you understand your timetable, academic rating system and the main rules of the academic process. But student life at MGIMO goes far beyond the classroom. There are plenty of opportunities to find activities you enjoy — from student organizations and volunteering projects to cultural and sports activities. 🇷🇺 Moscow Beyond Campus After classes, it is time to explore Moscow! The guide features places worth visiting — museums, theatres, parks and iconic sights, as well as spots where you can exercise and enjoy your free time. 🇷🇺 Discover Russia And to get a better feel for the country, check out the section on Russian traditions, everyday communication, and national cuisine. Here, you can learn about famous symbols of Russian culture, such as the samovar and the traditional Russian banya, and discover which holidays are especially popular in Russia. 🔎 In the first days in a new country, there are always more questions than answers. “MGIMO Guide” will help you find all the essential information, settle in faster, and feel more confident. 🤍 If you are joining the MGIMO community, it is time to discover the University and dive into student life! Learn more about MGIMO on our website. 🌐 MGIMO International (ENG) | МГИМО для иностранцев (RUS)