Quick Summary
Public in Sumgait, Azerbaijan — Sumgait State University, est. 1962. The institution enrolls approximately 6200 students, with 1.5% being international. Known for strengths in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the primary hub for technical and chemical engineering education in Sumgait, the industrial capital of Azerbaijan, providing direct paths to employment in the petrochemical sector.
Subject Strengths
EngineeringChemical EngineeringPhysicsMathematics
Founded1962
TypePublic
Total Students6200
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctorate
Programs
Petrochemicals,Differential Equations,Technical Sciences,Methodology of Teaching
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Scientific-Research Laboratory of Polymer Materials,Center for Information Technology
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL70
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should submit documents via the centralized Ministry portal (portal.edu.az). Focus on strong scores in mathematics and natural sciences for technical faculties.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Azerbaijan Manat
UG Tuition
₼2,040/yr
per year · AZN
Living Cost
₼6,800/yr
per year · AZN
PG Tuition
₼2,550/yr
per year · AZN
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₼8,891/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AZN
Scholarships AvailableState Order Scholarships,Presidential Scholarship,Student Loan Support
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidAvailable for local students based on merit and socioeconomic status
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctorate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Automation of Industrial Processes | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Chemistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| History | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,500
Average Salary After Graduation
70%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local chemical and technology industries in Sumgait.
Industry Connections
Azerikimya Production UnionSumgait Technologies Park (STP)SOCAR
Notable Alumni
Vusal Gasimli,Zakir Karalov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium,Outdoor sports grounds,Student sports complex
Student Clubs
Student Youth Organization,Student Scientific Society,Arts and Music Club
Library Resources
University Library with over 250,000 physical volumes and access to electronic databases.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Mevlana Exchange Programme
Summer Programs
Not Available