Universities in Kazakhstan

Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Kazakhstan. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Kazakhstani, Kazakh higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.

Kazakhstan is home to 114 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 21 cities. Of these, 50 are public and 59 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. The oldest dates back to 1928. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities are there in Kazakhstan?

Our directory lists 114 universities and colleges in Kazakhstan across 21 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.

Which is the top-ranked university in Kazakhstan?

Based on the QS 2026 rankings, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University is the highest-ranked institution in Kazakhstan in our directory at #166.

Are there public and private universities in Kazakhstan?

Yes. Kazakhstan has 50 public and 59 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.

How do I choose the right university in Kazakhstan?

Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.

What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?

An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.

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Al-Farabi Kazakh National University

Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Universities in Kazakhstan

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities are there in Kazakhstan?

Which is the top-ranked university in Kazakhstan?

Are there public and private universities in Kazakhstan?

How do I choose the right university in Kazakhstan?

What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?

Top Universities in Kazakhstan

Al-Farabi Kazakh National University

Satbayev University

L. N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University

Nazarbayev University

Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University

Kazakh National Agrarian University

Auezov South Kazakhstan State University

Ahmet Yesevi University

Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University

Narxoz University

D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan State Technical University

Almaty Technological University

S. Toraighyrov Pavlodar State University

Kazakh-British Technical University

Suleyman Demirel University

Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda State University

Yessenov University

Kazakh Ablai Khan University of International Relations and World Languages

Central-Asian University

Turan-Astana University

University of Foreign Languages and Business Careers

A. Myrzakhmetova Kokshetau University

South-Kazakhstan State Pedagogical University

International University of Humanities and Technology

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