Yerevan State Medical University named after M. Heratsi

Information updated 15.08.2026

Yerevan State Medical University named after M. Heratsi (YSMU) – public higher education institution in Armenia. YSMU began its activity in 1920. Yerevan State Medical University named after M. Heratsi has an urban campus in Yerevan. In Armenia Yerevan State Medical University named after M. Heratsi is at the top 10 universities. Application process and the cost of tuition. The applicant must provide the document of previous academic performance as well as the results of the examinations. The chances of successful admission are very high as 80 percent of applicants get enrolled but that number may vary depending on the faculty. The academic year is traditionally consists of semesters. As a state university, YSMU provides scholarships to remarkable students. The composition of the university. Yerevan State Medical University named after M. Heratsi is relatively small, teaching about 5000 students on average. Foreign applicants are not excluded from the admission process. The teaching staff consists of more than 2500 specialists. YSMU has international student exchange programs between partner universities. More information regarding the life of the university can be found on its social media pages:Linkedin. Infrastructure of YSMU. The university has a functioning library. The university also provides dormitories for those who need them.