Saint Petersburg State University is a public research university in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Founded in 1724 by a decree of Peter the Great, it is one of the oldest universities in Russia and has had a focus on fundamental research in science and engineering since its creation. During the Soviet period it was known as Leningrad State University, reverting to Saint Petersburg in its name in 1992.
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Is Saint Petersburg State University older than Moscow State University?
It predates Moscow State University (founded 1755).
Yes, according to reporting by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, which says the St. Petersburg university predates Moscow State University, which was founded in 1755.
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1. Saint Petersburg State University (Wikipedia)
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Founded in 1724 by a decree of Peter the Great, it is one of the oldest universities in Russia and has had a focus on fundamental research in science and engineering since its creation.
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Founded in 1724 by a decree of Peter the Great
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an overall acceptance rate of around 4%
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Saint Petersburg State University is a public research university in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
View the Source 2. Wikidata: Saint Petersburg State University
- Wikidata Q27621, class allow-list match (w-wdresolver-0926)
- Wikidata Q27621, class allow-list match (w-bbfill-education6-0927)
- Wikidata Q27621 P2196 (number of students) (w-bbfill-education6-0927)
- Wikidata Q27621 P2196 (number of students), CORRECTION of char-code cast defect (w-bbfill-education6-0927)
View the Source3. Center for World University Rankings: CWUR World University Rankings 2025
Center for World University RankingsCWUR Global 2000 list 2025, world rank 578Quote, CWUR Global 2000 list 2025, world rank 578
Top 2.7% Saint Petersburg University Russia 7 141 444 - 599 73.7
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