Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About SKSU
South Kazakhstan State University named after MO Auezov (SKSU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Shymkent, Kazakhstan. As a part of Association of HEI's Republic of Kazakhstan, Association of South regions Rectors Soviet, European Association of Universities (EURASHE), Network University Commonwealth of Independent States (NU CIS), Great Charter of universities, European Universities Association Hospitality (EURODIP), University of Shanghai Cooperative Organization (University SCO), SKSU is actively building the academic environment in Kazakhstan.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, it is among top-620.
SKSU conducts scientific activity in several areas. More information can be found on the official site.
At SKSU, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 5 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 3,000 USD. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Local5USD/year
Foreign3,000USD/year
Master
Local10USD/year
Foreign5,000USD/year
Bachelor degree at SKSU
For admission to SKSU, applicants must pass entrance exams.
Do you love nature and spending time outdoors? Then you will definitely like studying at SKSU, because the campus of the university is located far from the city in the countryside. Students work closely with each other both in and out of class. All activities are held within the campus. The school has a library where students can do their homework or just relax. SKSU regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
Campus Type
Rural
Library
Yes
What to do after graduation
If you want to stay in Kazakhstan after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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