11 universities represent the system of higher education in Krasnoyarsk. Of these, 10 state and one non-state. Krasnoyarsk universities have different statuses. 5 of them are universities, 1 is a "federal university", 4 institutions are institutes and 1 has the status of an academy.
The system of professional higher education in Krasnoyarsk is complemented by a network of branches. The total number of students in the region is 98,997, of which 59,880 are full-time students. Krasnoyarsk universities have a huge teaching staff - 6326 teachers, of which 654 are doctors of science, and 3162 are candidates.
In 2012, institutions graduated 19,600 specialists. The structure of profiles in the universities of Krasnoyarsk almost completely satisfies the region's need for specialists in various fields.
In Siberia, the Krasnoyarsk Territory ranks second in terms of the specific number of students, second only to the Novosibirsk Region. Universities in Krasnoyarsk have graduate schools and scientific organizations with 2,168 students. Each year, more than 200 graduate students defend or submit a Ph. D. thesis.
In the region for young scientists and cultural figuresprovides all-round support. Every year, in accordance with the Law of the Krasnoyarsk Territory "On regional nominal scholarships for students in institutions of higher professional education located on the territory of the Krasnoyarsk Territory", the government pays nominal scholarships. State awards have also been established for young employees of educational institutions who have achieved high results in scientific research and teaching activities. All this contributes to the socio-economic development of the region, increasing the prestige of higher education.
The leading position in the modernization of the education system of the region is occupied by the Siberian Federal University FGAEI VPO, which was established on November 4, 2006 as part of the implementation of the national project "Education" (Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 1518). Universities in Krasnoyarsk are trying to emulate this educational institution.
The university prepares highly qualified workers capable of any practical activity. Siberian Federal University uses new technologies in teaching and contributes to the growth of the economic and social potential of Siberian regions, which are located in rather difficult climatic and geographical conditions, but are rich in minerals.
Krasnoyarsk Territory develops and promotes the Siberian Federal University to the highest positions in Russia and in the world university community.
The issues and problems of higher professional education and science in the Krasnoyarsk Territory are handled by the Department for Cooperation with Universities and Scientific Organizations of the Territoryadministration.
Now Krasnoyarsk universities are open to students from all over Russia. Young people from other countries also study here. A very beautiful and cozy city - Krasnoyarsk, whose universities are waiting for applicants in September this year. In the Krasnoyarsk Territory there is a place to study, a place to go and become a specialist of the highest quality, you just need to want it and strive for it!
