Kosta Khetagurov North Ossetia State University is one of the leading universities in the republic. It consists of 18 schools, 55 departments, 6 science and research centers (Scientific Learning Center, Collective Utility Center for Physics and Nanotechnology, Fine Chemicals and Organic Synthesis Center, Regional Development Institute, Bionarium Scientific Research Centre for the Effective Use of Natural Resources and Scientific Learning Complex), Ancient Alania Museum, Academic Library, Printing and Publishing Complex, Botanical Gardens, Student Residences and so on.
More than 6000 students are currently studying at NOSU. Students are being trained in 33 different Bachelor Degree programs, 5 specialization programs and 27 Master Degree programs.
1920 Terek Institute for National Education
1921 Highland Institute for National Education
1925 Highland Education Institute
1938 North Ossetia Pedagogical Institute
1969 North Ossetia State University