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 Nazarbayev University (world rank #1586). The oldest dates back to 1928. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
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 world ranking, Nazarbayev University is the highest-ranked institution in Kazakhstan in our directory (world rank #1586).
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.
Top Universities in Kazakhstan
Central-Asian University
Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
University of Foreign Languages and Business Careers
Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
A. Myrzakhmetova Kokshetau University
Kokshetau, Akmola, Kazakhstan
South-Kazakhstan State Pedagogical University
Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Regional Social Innovative University
Shymkent, Kazakhstan
M. Dulatova Kostanay University of Engineering and Economics
Kostanay, Kostanay, Kazakhstan
International University of Humanities and Technology
Shymkent, Kazakhstan
M.Kh. Dulaty Taraz Regional University
Taraz, Jambyl, Kazakhstan
Kazakh Engineering and Pedagogical University of Friendship of Nations
Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Bolashaq University
Kyzylorda, Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Karaganda Economics University of Kazpotrebsoyuz
Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Kazakh University of Means of Communication
Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Academician K.I. Satpayev Ekibastuz Engineering and Technical Institute
Ekibastuz, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan-Russian Medical University
Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
South-Kazakhstan Medical Academy
Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Kostanay Social Technical University named after Academician Z. Aldamzhar
Kostanay, Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Bolashaq Academy
Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Kazakh Academy of Labour and Social Relations
Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
M. Saparbayev South Kazakhstan Humanitarian Institute
Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Kazakh University of Economics, Finance and International Trade
Nur-Sultan, Astana, Kazakhstan
