Nazarbayev University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2926 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #880 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #3 of 108 | In Kazakhstan |
| #2 of 13 | In Nur-Sultan |
| #374 of 1,031 | For Mining Engineering |
| Top50% | For 92 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 67%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Website
- nu.edu.kz
- Languages
- English;Russian;Kazakh
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 67% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | A pass at all stages of entrance examinations; complete secondary or vocational and technical education with average score not less than 4.5 (out of 5.0) or its equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | Fall, Spring |
We've calculated the 67% acceptance rate for Nazarbayev University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Nazarbayev University has published 12,064 scientific papers with 158,903 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, and Medicine.
Nazarbayev University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 | 9 |
| 1994 | 0 | 9 |
| 1995 | 0 | 11 |
| 1996 | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 | 1 | 13 |
| 1998 | 0 | 12 |
| 1999 | 2 | 19 |
| 2000 | 2 | 31 |
| 2001 | 5 | 24 |
| 2002 | 6 | 16 |
| 2003 | 3 | 19 |
| 2004 | 10 | 16 |
| 2005 | 10 | 46 |
| 2006 | 5 | 38 |
| 2007 | 8 | 39 |
| 2008 | 8 | 31 |
| 2009 | 9 | 51 |
| 2010 | 5 | 51 |
| 2011 | 16 | 55 |
| 2012 | 73 | 111 |
| 2013 | 146 | 271 |
| 2014 | 280 | 615 |
| 2015 | 350 | 1051 |
| 2016 | 516 | 1821 |
| 2017 | 691 | 3110 |
| 2018 | 1045 | 5553 |
| 2019 | 1143 | 8459 |
| 2020 | 1263 | 13323 |
| 2021 | 1345 | 18309 |
| 2022 | 1394 | 22878 |
| 2023 | 1568 | 27452 |
| 2024 | 1306 | 30187 |
| 2025 | 1024 | 31181 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Nazarbayev University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 3,600,000 KZT |
| Graduate | 4,800,000 KZT |
| PhD | 5,400,000 KZT |
The currency used is Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT).
Nazarbayev University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Nazarbayev University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bakalavriat | Anthropology, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Literature, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Modern Languages, Physics, Political Sciences, Robotics, Sociology |
|---|---|
| Magistratura | Asian Studies, Bilingual and Bicultural Education, Biological and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Educational Administration, Engineering Management, International Relations and Diplomacy, Political Sciences |
| Doctorantura | Bilingual and Bicultural Education, Biomedical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Materials Engineering, Robotics |
Nazarbayev University faculties and divisions
| Graduate School : Business | Business Administration |
|---|---|
| Graduate School : Education | Bilingual and Bicultural Education, Educational Administration |
| Graduate School : Public Policy | Political Sciences |
| School : Engineering | Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Energy Engineering, Engineering Management, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics |
| School : Humanities and Social Sciences | Anthropology, Asian Studies, Economics, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Literature, Modern Languages, Political Sciences, Sociology |
| School : Medicine | Medicine |
| School : Science and Technology | Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Robotics |
General information
| Alternative names | NU Назарбаев Университетi |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2010 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education and Science |
| Motto | To lead.To innovate. |
| Colors | bronze, grey, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | 53, Kabanbay batyr Avenue Nur-Sultan, 010000 Kazakhstan |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,078,000 |