Quick Summary
Situated in Almaty, Kazakhstan, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University is a public/national established in 1928. Ranked #671-680 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15800 students including 6.5% from outside Kazakhstan. Known for strengths in Education and Training, Arts and Humanities, Linguistics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the leading center of pedagogical science and culture in Kazakhstan with almost a century of history.
Subject Strengths
Education and TrainingArts and HumanitiesLinguistics
Founded1928
TypePublic/National
Total Students15800
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus Size15 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationFIBAA, ASIIN, IQAA, IAAR
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#671-680
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Programs
Pedagogy, History, Biology, Physics, Philology, Chemistry
PhD Programs
Distance learning available for specific pedagogical tracks
Online Programs
Institute of Pedagogy and Psychology, Resource Center for Inclusive Education, Center for Digital Transformation
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
FIBAA, ASIIN, IQAA, IAAR
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 25
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high scores in the Unified National Test (UNT) and strong performance in pedagogical aptitude tests for local students.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Kazakhstani Tenge
UG Tuition
₸1,050,000/yr
per year · KZT
Living Cost
₸1,900,000/yr
per year · KZT
PG Tuition
₸1,450,000/yr
per year · KZT
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₸2,964,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · KZT
Scholarships AvailableGovernment Educational Grants, Abai University Excellence Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidNeeds-based tuition discounts for orphans and students with disabilities
Work-StudyAvailable in administrative departments and library
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pedagogy and Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Primary Education | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Philology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Physics-Mathematics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| International Relations | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with public and private schools across Kazakhstan
Industry Connections
Ministry of Education and Sciencelocal city administrationsUNESCO
Notable Alumni
Mukhtar Auezov, Gabit Musrepov, Kanysh Satbayev
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Spartak Stadium, Indoor Gyms, Fitness Center
Student Clubs
Debate Club, Student Parliament, Dance Ensemble 'Zhas-Ai'
Library Resources
Scientific Library with over 1.7 million volumes and digital archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana, Orhun, Double Degree with Universities in Poland and France
Summer Programs
Pedagogical Leadership Summer School