Introduction. Education systems are constantly undergoing change, which leads to the accumulation of contradictions resolved through reform. Particular attention should be paid to situations where the need for reform arises not only from internal but also from external causes. There is often a gap between the results achieved during reform and the initially declared goals, which necessitates adjustments to both the methods and the content of the changes.
Aim. To analyse Russian researchers’ approaches to assessing the new national system of higher education in the Russian Federation.
Methods. A review of publications by Russian researchers from 2023 to 2025 presenting approaches to assessing the introduction of a new national higher education system in the Russian Federation.
Results. Approaches to assessing the directions and consequences of reforming the Russian higher education system have been systematised. Despite a diversity of opinions regarding the challenges of forming the new system, the studies emphasise the prospects of creating a Russia-centred model for the training of qualified personnel.
Practical significance. The findings can be used by education management specialists, university administrators, and experts to improve the effectiveness of higher education in meeting the staffing needs of the national economy.