History
The Autonomous Nonprofit Organisation "Russian International Olympic University" (RIOU) was established on 21 October 2009 under the Memorandum of Understanding between the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the Sochi 2014 Organising Committee and the Russian Olympic Committee, and under a decree of the Russian Federation No 774.
Education
RIOU is currently delivering 22 full-time and distance learning courses related to sports and the Olympic Movement, targeting various audiences within the sports industry in Russia and the wider world. The length of programmes ranges between 24 hours and 39 weeks.
Career
RIOU's collaboration with the leading sports industry recruitment platform – globalsportsjobs.com – provides access to the best vacancies available in the market place (jobs in sport federations and commercial services, media and communications, event management, sponsorship, venue management).
Russian International Olympic University (RIOU) Key Statistics & Highlights
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Russian International Olympic University (RIOU) Overview
Russian International Olympic University (RIOU) Scholarships
Russian International Olympic University (RIOU) Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Russian International Olympic University (RIOU). Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Housing services
RIOU's campus can accommodate up to 500 students at any one time with the number of annual graduates from regular and short courses. It can be rightly regarded not only as a key element of Sochi 2014's legacy, but also as a true centre of education, culture and business activity.
Library services
The RIOU Library has three electronic reading-rooms equipped with the RFID system. RFID makes search and circulation of books an easy process taking just minutes, thus allowing students and staff to work comfortably and effectively. An automated library terminal, book return unit, gate reader and electronic tagging enable self-issue/return of items and ensure the safety of the collections.
Campus life
The RIOU campus can serve as a model of state-of-the-art building technologies and advanced environmental standards. This multifunctional complex was designed by acclaimed Russian architects Vladimir Korotayev (Grado architectural firm) and Vladimir Plotkin (Reserve production group), in conjunction with PRP Architects, a British architectural practice.
Russian International Olympic University (RIOU) Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Russia Country
Sochi City
Russian International Olympic University (RIOU) Student Reviews & Awards
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my university allows me to be implemented in the professional field from the second year of study, which is why I can be sure that by the time I graduate from it I will already have a wealth of experience behind my back
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The university is well equipped and has good teachers who are good at their profession and have taught me what I need to build myself and my career.
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