ERSU operates out of Gori — a compact city of approximately 50,000 people in central Georgia. The university environment is smaller and more contained than the large multi-faculty institutions in Tbilisi. Students who perform better in a focused, lower-distraction setting consistently report this as an advantage. Gori is internationally known as the birthplace of Joseph Stalin and the Stalin Museum is a cultural landmark all students visit. The Uplistsikhe cave city, one of Georgia's most significant archaeological sites, is 12 kilometres away.

ERSU supports students in arranging accommodation in Gori. Private shared apartments in Gori range from $100–$180 per month — significantly lower than equivalent accommodation in Tbilisi ($250–$400 per month). Students can arrange accommodation through the university's international office or independently. Most Indian students at ERSU opt for private shared apartments close to the campus.

Gori does not have the density of Indian restaurants and Indian food supply networks found in Tbilisi. Students who self-cook manage well — Indian grocery staples are available from Tbilisi on weekend trips or through delivery services that have expanded to smaller Georgian cities. Families evaluating ERSU should factor this in: the food environment is workable but requires adaptation, especially in the first semester.

Georgia is consistently rated among the safest countries in the world for international students. Gori is a smaller, quieter city with lower urban crime exposure than Tbilisi. The compact size of the city means students rarely need to navigate unfamiliar areas alone. ERSU's international office coordinates arrival formalities and provides support for first-week students settling into the city. ERSU's international admissions office handles arrival coordination, university registration, and student ID issuance for incoming international students. The university's administration provides support for Temporary Residence Permit documentation — the critical post-arrival requirement that must be completed at the Gori Public Service Hall within 45 days of arrival. Students are advised to initiate TRP paperwork in the first two weeks rather than waiting for the deadline.

ERSU operates out of Gori — a compact city of approximately 50,000 people in central Georgia. The university environment is smaller and more contained than the large multi-faculty institutions in Tbilisi. Students who perform better in a focused, lower-distraction setting consistently report this as an advantage. Gori is internationally known as the birthplace of Joseph Stalin and the Stalin Museum is a cultural landmark all students visit. The Uplistsikhe cave city, one of Georgia's most significant archaeological sites, is 12 kilometres away.

ERSU supports students in arranging accommodation in Gori. Private shared apartments in Gori range from $100–$180 per month — significantly lower than equivalent accommodation in Tbilisi ($250–$400 per month). Students can arrange accommodation through the university's international office or independently. Most Indian students at ERSU opt for private shared apartments close to the campus.

Gori does not have the density of Indian restaurants and Indian food supply networks found in Tbilisi. Students who self-cook manage well — Indian grocery staples are available from Tbilisi on weekend trips or through delivery services that have expanded to smaller Georgian cities. Families evaluating ERSU should factor this in: the food environment is workable but requires adaptation, especially in the first semester.

Georgia is consistently rated among the safest countries in the world for international students. Gori is a smaller, quieter city with lower urban crime exposure than Tbilisi. The compact size of the city means students rarely need to navigate unfamiliar areas alone. ERSU's international office coordinates arrival formalities and provides support for first-week students settling into the city. ERSU's international admissions office handles arrival coordination, university registration, and student ID issuance for incoming international students. The university's administration provides support for Temporary Residence Permit documentation — the critical post-arrival requirement that must be completed at the Gori Public Service Hall within 45 days of arrival. Students are advised to initiate TRP paperwork in the first two weeks rather than waiting for the deadline.