Grigol Robakidze University (Alma Mater)
Practice-oriented private university for medicine, business, law & media
About
Grigol Robakidze University (Alma Mater) is a private university in Tbilisi founded in 1992 and named after the Georgian writer and public figure Grigol Robakidze. Accredited by NCEQE, Alma Mater delivers Georgian- and English-medium programs in Medicine, Dentistry, Business & Management, Law & Diplomacy, Journalism & Media, and Humanities. The university emphasizes project-based learning, international mobility, and personalized mentorship that connects students with industry mentors from their first semester.
The modern Tbilisi campus features simulation clinics, VR anatomy labs, digital newsroom studios, moot courtrooms, co-working hubs, and a media production center. Alma Mater partners with 40+ universities across Europe and Asia, participates in Erasmus+ and DAAD projects, and collaborates with Georgian hospitals, banks, law firms, and media houses to provide internships and employment pipelines. A dedicated International Education Center supports students with visas, accommodation, Georgian language classes, and global career preparation.
College Highlights
College Highlights
Key Accreditations & Recognitions
Key Accreditations & Recognitions
National Accreditation
Authorized by the Georgian National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE) and licensed by the Ministry of Education & Science of Georgia. Clinical programs operate under national healthcare regulations.
Global Recognition
Medical faculty listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and recognized by NMC (India), WHO, WFME, and ECFMG/FAIMER. Business and law faculties maintain partnerships with ACCA, Erasmus+, DAAD, and international moot court associations.
Comprehensive Facilities
Simulation hospital, OSCE rooms, digital dentistry lab, moot court, VR newsroom, co-working hub, library with 24/7 access, and on-campus dormitories.
Specialties
Specialties
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Programs
Medicine (MD Program)
Duration: 6 years (English track)
Medium: English
Faculty: Clinicians from leading Georgian hospitals, simulation mentors, visiting EU professors
Eligibility: 10+2 (PCB) with 50% aggregate; NEET for Indian applicants; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Recognition: WDOMS, NMC (India), WHO, WFME, ECFMG/FAIMER
Business & Entrepreneurship (BBA)
Duration: 4 years
Medium: English & Georgian
Faculty: Business leaders, CFA/ACCA mentors, startup founders
Eligibility: High school diploma; math/logic test; IELTS 5.5 (or Alma Mater placement) for English track
Highlights: Entrepreneurship lab, digital marketing studio, dual degree pathways, corporate internships
Law, Diplomacy & Global Security (LLB/BA)
Duration: 4 years
Medium: English & Georgian
Faculty: Practicing lawyers, diplomats, former ambassadors, international relations scholars
Eligibility: High school diploma, interview/essay, English proficiency B2 for English track
Highlights: Moot court, Model UN, internships at MFA, parliament, NGOs, and regional security think tanks
Postgraduate Programs
MA in International Relations & Global Security
Duration: 2 years (evening/weekend format)
Medium: English
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in law, IR, political science, or related field; IELTS 6.5; motivation interview
Highlights: Joint courses with European partner universities, policy labs, field research in EU institutions, capstone with think tanks
University Highlights
- Established in 1992 (Alma Mater) as one of Georgia’s pioneer private universities.
- English & Georgian programs across Medicine, Dentistry, Business, Law & Diplomacy, Media, and Humanities.
- Simulation hospital, CAD/CAM dentistry lab, moot court, VR newsroom, and entrepreneurship hub enable hands-on practice.
- 40+ Erasmus+, DAAD, and bilateral partners provide exchanges, summer schools, and double-degree pathways.
- Career placements with Georgian hospitals, banks, legal chambers, media agencies, and international NGOs.
- International Education Center supports visas, housing, Georgian language learning, and global career planning.
Fee Structure
| Course | Year Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Medicine (MD – English track) | 5,500 USD per year |
| Dentistry (DDS) | 5,000 USD per year |
| Business & Entrepreneurship (BBA) | 3,800 USD per year |
| Law & Diplomacy (LLB/BA) | 3,500 USD per year |
| Media, PR & Digital Communications | 3,200 USD per year |
| MA in International Relations | 3,600 USD per year |
Note: Tuition is invoiced in Georgian Lari (GEL); USD values shown for reference. Application, visa, health insurance, clinical consumables, and accommodation are extra. Merit scholarships (up to 50%), social grants, and flexible installment plans are available for high performers.
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December 2024"Faculty members push us to work on real consulting cases and television projects. The journalism studio and entrepreneurship hub mean we graduate with a portfolio, not just a diploma."
Frequently Asked Questions
Admissions
What are the admission requirements for the Medicine (MD) program?
Applicants need 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and at least 50% aggregate, a valid NEET score for Indian nationals, proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 72 or Alma Mater placement test), passport copy, and medical fitness certificate. Shortlisted candidates attend an online interview.
Is the Alma Mater MD degree recognized internationally?
Yes. Grigol Robakidze University is accredited by NCEQE, its medical program is listed in WDOMS, and it is recognized by NMC (India), WHO, WFME, and ECFMG/FAIMER. Graduates may pursue FMGE/NExT, USMLE, PLAB, GMC registration, and other licensing pathways after meeting local requirements.
What documents are required during admission?
Required documents include notarized academic transcripts (10th & 12th), passport copy, birth certificate, NEET scorecard (if applicable), English proficiency certificate, medical fitness report, eight passport photographs, and a financial support affidavit. All documents must be apostilled/legalized for Georgian authorities.
Fees & Living
What is the average cost of living in Tbilisi for students?
Students typically spend 350–450 USD per month including shared accommodation or Alma Mater dorms (150–220 USD), meals, metro/bus card (< 20 USD), utilities, and personal expenses. Costs vary with lifestyle and housing choices.
Are there scholarships available for international students?
Yes. Alma Mater awards merit scholarships (up to 50%), social grants, innovation/entrepreneurship awards, and Erasmus+ mobility funding. Maintaining required GPA and completing community or research projects is necessary to renew aid.