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Nearly 3,500 students admitted to military universities in Ukraine

4 sourcesPublished 01/09/2026, 03:00 · Updated 02/09/2026, 06:38

On September 1, 2026, it was reported that around 3,500 applicants have been admitted to military higher education institutions in Ukraine. Most of them will train for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other components of the Defence Forces.

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3,500 students admitted
90% of admissions for the Armed Forces
121 specialisations in military education
Most students at Kharkiv Air Force University
100% admission at several military institutes

Ministry of Defence of Ukraine · Kharkiv National Air Force University · Military Institute of Taras Shevchenko National University · National Academy of Land Forces · National University 'Odesa Maritime Academy' · Military Law Institute of National Law University

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