Nazarbayev University (NU), Kazakhstan’s leading English-language university, is opening its doors to students from Uzbekistan through a series of special educational grants. Ranked 401st in the global Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, NU combines world-class academic standards with the cultural and regional context of Central Asia.
At NU, all programs are taught entirely in English and designed to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving global environment. The university is proud of its outstanding graduate outcomes – 98% of NU alumni secure employment across diverse industries, including at top international and regional companies such as Google, Meta, McKinsey & Co, KPMG, and Shell. Many graduates also continue their academic journey at leading global universities such as Stanford, the University of Pennsylvania, and Columbia University, supported by prestigious scholarships.
Recently, NU reinforced its global standing by entering the top 23% of the world’s leading research universities in THE World University Rankings 2026, confirming its position as the #1 university in Central Asia and the Caucasus, and #4 among CIS countries.
The university has been awarded accreditation through the International Quality Review (IQR) by the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) – an official recognition of its compliance with rigorous international academic standards.
Nazarbayev University offers programs that align closely with Uzbekistan’s economic and educational priorities: from business and construction to IT, medicine, and beyond. Students can choose from a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in fields such as education, engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence.
Students from Uzbekistan are eligible to apply for fully funded scholarships, including the prestigious Abai Kunanbayev Scholarship, which covers full tuition, a monthly stipend, and medical insurance throughout the duration of study. With faculty members representing over 60 countries, NU provides students with a diverse academic community and a global perspective.
