He first studied at the Faculty of Physics and Mathematics at Saratov State University, but then he transferred to Moscow University. He then graduated in 1927. In 1930, he was named head of higher mathematics at Saratov University.
He began his academic journey at Saratov State University's Faculty of Physics and Mathematics, before transferring to Moscow University for his studies. He graduated in 1927 and then became the head of higher mathematics at Saratov University in 1930.