International Students at KIMEP
KIMEP UNIVERSITY Facts:
- 104 partner universities worldwide.
- 325 international students.
- Annually more than 100 exchange students.
- International faculty from 25 countries.
- Annually more than 100 exchange students.
Why KIMEP UNIVERSITY?
KIMEP UNIVERSITY offers an exceptional education in a unique region of the world. Located in Almaty, the financial capital of Central Asia, students have the opportunity to experience Central Asian culture in a dynamic and modern environment.
The campus is secure and is located in the center of Almaty, a business, cultural, educational, and sport center of Kazakhstan. Students are within walking distance to cafes, restaurants, concert halls and other fun entertainment venues. Close by, also, are the beautiful Tien Shan Mountains which provide skiing and snowboarding during the winter, scenic hiking trails, and a chance to breathe in fresh mountain air.
Choosing to study for your Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctor’s at a foreign university is a major decision – and one that will inevitably shape the direction of your future career, and the friends you make.
Designed for the future leaders of Kazakhstan, KIMEP University programs are designed to provide fundamental preparation for careers in business, economics, law, finance, and prepare students to meet the fast-evolving needs of Kazakhstan’s local and multinational businesses.
Along with talented Kazakhstani faculty members, courses are taught by over 80 foreign faculty members from the USA, Europe, and Asia. KIMEP University is a home to a growing number of international students, including degree, non-degree, and exchange students. Choosing KIMEP University you are becoming a part of a success story.
If you are ready to take that next step in your career, we encourage you to apply to KIMEP University now.
KIMEP accepts applications throughout the year. This makes it possible to start your studies at KIMEP in any semester: Fall, Spring or Summer semester. All applications need to be sent directly to the International Admission Office. However, the sooner you apply, the sooner we can get started on sorting out your accommodation and preparing you for life in Almaty and your study at KIMEP.
Who Can Enter KIMEP?
A degree (freshmen student) is any student who intends to complete a program of study and earn a degree which is offered by KIMEP. A degree
student can attend either full time or part time. International applicants must have completed their entire previous education (read more about Recognition and Verification procedure).
Transfer student is a student admitted to KIMEP after successful completion of at least one academic semester at another higher education institution.
Vocational school student. Vocational school is a school, especially the one on a secondary level that offers instruction and practical introductory experience in skilled trades. The particular names and type of vocational schools depend on country specific.
Non-degree students is a student who would like to attempt certain credits/courses at KIMEP without being awarded with an academic degree.
International student is an individual who is not the citizen or resident of Kazakhstan
Returning student is a student withdrawn from KIMEP either voluntarily or administratively and willing to complete their degree requirements at KIMEP. This student must have previous academic history of not less than one academic semester completed.
Exchange students is a non-degree student who comes to KIMEP University for a semester or two from a partner university.
