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Nazarbayev

University
is

Top 17%
of universities worldwide in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THE WUR) 2027
#1
in the CIS, Caucasus & Central Asia in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THE WUR) 2027
#4
among Turkic World Universities according to THE Central Eurasia University Rankings

Why NU?

01

A degree the world understands

Instruction is fully in English, and programs are built together with leading universities. You don’t have to translate your experience into “employer language.” You speak it from your first year.

02

Partners, not just logos

Programs are developed together with leading universities abroad. Students take part in exchanges, joint programs and research with international partners, such as the joint BBA in Eurasian Business with HKUST.

03

Research from year two, not “someday”

A research university means students work in labs and on projects alongside faculty researchers. This is your first portfolio case and a strong argument for graduate school and employment.

04

Programs you won’t find at other universities in the region

The School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence brings together computer science, AI, data science, robotics and mathematics. The School of Engineering unites civil, electrical, mechanical and aerospace, chemical, mining and petroleum engineering and geosciences.

05

An environment that lifts you up

A campus in Astana, students from across the country and abroad, clubs, projects, international competitions. You grow among people who also want more.

06

A path for every level of preparation

If your English or school preparation isn’t there yet, the one-year Foundation Year Program (NUFYP) leads into NU undergraduate studies.

More than 98% of graduates are employed.
At Nazarbayev University, education goes beyond the classroom.

Take part in research projects, build practical skills, meet employers, and prepare for professional challenges while you are still studying.
NU graduates build careers in technology companies, financial organizations, international business, the public sector, and research centers.


Google · Amazon · EY · KPMG · Kaspi · Samruk-Kazyna

HOW TO APPLY TO NUFYP AND THE BACHELOR’S PROGRAM?

Regular Admissions

  1. Create your Personal account at admissions.nu.edu.kz.
  2. The applicant should open the “Foundation and Undergraduate Programs” link on the “My Application Forms” page and fill out the Application Form, which includes a consent form for personal data processing. The applicant should ensure that all required information has been entered in the correct manner and then click the “Upload” button.
  3. Submit the required documents (the format of requested documents is available in the personal account)
  4. Pay the application fee and submit the application (to finalize the application process, the applicant is required to click the “PAY AND SUBMIT APPLICATION” button in the “My Application Forms” section of the personal account. The application fee shall be paid online through the payment options available in the personal account. The use of other payment methods for the application fee are not acceptable.
    The application fee is 10,000 tenge. The application fee is increased 3 times from the established amount when paid within the last two weeks preceding the first officially approved application deadline or during the extension period for accepting applications for participation in the admission process (30,000 tenge). The application fee is non-refundable, irrespective of the application outcome or payment errors.)
  5. Submit IELTS/TOEFL certificate (only after paying the application fee and submitting the application)

The applicant who has received an admission offer under the regular admission process may either accept it or submit a separate application for financial support. To accept a regular admission offer, the applicant must confirm the enrollment and pay the guarantee fee in the Personal Account. If the applicant accepts this offer, the application for financial support will not be considered.

Financial Aid

  1. Receiving an admission offer in the Personal Account
  2. Fill out the application form
  3. Submit the required documents (Depending on the category selected, the applicant must upload documents confirming the results. For the NUET category, uploading documents is not required.)
  4. Submit the application (To complete the financial support application, the applicant must click the “Submit Financial Support Application” button. After submitting an application, changes to the application form and uploaded documents can not be made.
    The Admissions Office will review the application and send a notification to the applicant’s email informing the applicant of the documents that need to be corrected and the deadline for their correction, if necessary. Incomplete or incorrectly submitted applications (uncorrected ones) will not be considered.
    Important: Applicants are recommended to check the Spam folder, as a notification from the University may end up there.)

NOT SURE WHICH PROGRAM TO CHOOSE?

Computer Science

Computer Science

Study programming, artificial intelligence, data analysis, cybersecurity, and software development. Choose programs in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Robotics.

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Engineering

Engineering

Master the technologies of designing, developing, and managing complex engineering systems. Choose programs in mechanical, electrical, chemical, and mining and petroleum engineering.

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Physical Sciences

Physical Sciences

Explore the fundamental laws of nature, the properties of matter, and mathematical models of complex processes. Choose programs in physics, chemistry, mathematics, applied mathematics, and geology.

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Medicine and Healthcare

Medicine and Healthcare

Study the structure of the human body and modern methods of diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease. Choose programs in medicine, public health, biomedicine, nursing, and clinical specialties.

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Business and Economics

Business and Economics

Study company management, financial markets, economic processes, and business development strategies. Choose programs in Business Administration, Economics, Finance.

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Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Explore society, political systems, international relations, and public decision-making. Choose programs in Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, and Public Policy.

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Education and Pedagogy

Education and Pedagogy

Explore modern approaches to teaching, educational systems, and methods of managing educational organizations. Choose programs in Educational Leadership, Multilingual Education, and educational research.

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Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities

Study history, world literature, languages, and the cultural processes that shape modern society. Choose programs in World Languages, Literature and Culture, History, and Eurasian Studies.

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Life Sciences

Life Sciences

Study living organisms at the cellular and molecular levels, and explore genetics, biotechnology, and biological processes. Choose Biological Sciences and Life Sciences programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

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