Description:
Purpose: to consider the main informal social practices of self-realization of youth in system of sociocultural formations by analysis empirical evidence. Methodology: in article were used different methods such as analysis and synthesis, and also a method of systematization of a material. These methods are based on the principles of objectivity and scientific character. Results: presents the main evidence of sociological research, which has been carried out among students and entrants - representatives of youth subcultures on the basis of Murmansk State Technical University. Reveals the main informal practices of self-realization of youth in system of youth subcultures. Practical implications: article represents scientific interest for experts in area of sociology and social work, and also evidence of sociological research will be demanded in educational work with youth of institutions of higher education.