To be eligible for the JetBrains scholarship, applicants must successfully complete two stages: an online test and an interview.

Invitations to take the test will be sent on March 1 to those who apply for admission prior to that date, and on May 1 to those who apply for admission between March 1 and April 30.

Invitations to the interview will be extended based on the test results.

More details about the test and interview can be found here.

In 2024, we plan to count the results of the Constructor Open Cup toward the test results. Details and dates for the Constructor Open Cup will be announced soon. Please subscribe to the program's newsletter to ensure you don’t miss the announcement. Read more about Constructor Open Cup 2023.

The educational program encompasses fundamental areas of knowledge, such as mathematics, programming basics, and logic, as well as specialized fields like data science, programming languages, and professional software development. The program provides opportunities to explore different subject areas, allowing students to choose the most interesting one for a future career in IT.

Students should be prepared for a full-time commitment. Attending classes, independent study, homework, projects, and thesis work will occupy most of their time. It’s feasible to combine this with additional activities, like training for programming and mathematics competitions. However, it would be challenging to maintain a job that requires a significant number of hours per week.

The courses in the program are taught by a collaborative team of professors from Constructor University, as well as active programmers and specialists from JetBrains and other leading IT companies. This combination ensures a rich educational experience, blending academic rigor with real-world industry expertise. You can get acquainted with some of the faculty members here.

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By completing the bachelor’s program, you will gain practical skills that are highly valued in the job market, establish a strong foundation of knowledge for job interviews, and have the opportunity to engage with a supportive community of peers and industry professionals.

For questions regarding the admissions process and the program, you can write to talent@constructor.university. For queries related to the JetBrains scholarship selection process, contact info_sdt@jetbrains.com. Additionally, we are happy to communicate with prospective students in our general WhatsApp chat for applicants here.

Throughout their education, students in the program are regularly offered projects from JetBrains' product teams and scientific laboratories within JetBrains Research. This provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in practical, cutting-edge projects and research, enhancing their learning experience and preparing them for future careers in the tech industry.

The test will include a set of problems in mathematics and programming. The mathematical problems will cover various areas, including algebra, number theory, derivatives, sequences, probability theory, discrete mathematics, and logic.

The email inviting you to take the test will include a link for practicing with the system in which the test will be conducted.

You can find list of topics, used for the preparation of assignments for the test and interview here.

All applicants must demonstrate sufficient English proficiency to enroll at Constructor University. Non-native speakers can prove their English language ability through language proficiency test scores. More details about this can be found here.

All classes are conducted in English. All students are also required to take a German language course each of the first two semesters.

All students in the program are invited to participate in ICPC competitive programming training during their studies. Participation in mathematical and other competitions is highly encouraged. Program curators regularly organize student meetings, celebrations, additional classes, and projects. Additionally, students in the program can access all university-wide student activities.

Yes. The program organizers reserve the right to suspend funding for education in the event of poor academic performance. The general rule is that you cannot have more than two failed module examinations per semester. All failed attempts in the first examination period of a semester must be redeemed before the end of the semester (in the second examination period). Additionally, after each semester, you must have successfully completed at least 30*n credit points, where n stands for the number of the semester. For example, after the third semester, you must have successfully completed 30*3=90 credit points, out of a total of 180 credit points required to graduate.

JetBrains provides a cost-of-living stipend so you can focus on your studies. In particular, this scholarship takes care of your tuition and accommodation fees (a single or shared room with a shared bathroom), a full meal plan at the campus, medical insurance, a semester ticket, mandatory fees, and some pocket money (a minimum of €300 per month for the first nine academic months, though the amount may vary depending on the cost of living in specific cases). Visa application and travel costs are not included.

The tuition fee is €20,000 per year and the accommodation fee is €8,500 per year, including a single or shared room with a shared bathroom and a full meal plan.

You can also consider applying for regular financing options like an academic achievement scholarship or a tuition deferral program. Learn more here.

The JetBrains scholarship does not obligate recipients to work at the company upon completion of their studies. The only requirement to receive the scholarship is maintaining good academic performance.