Quick Summary
Since 1991, Khazar University has been one of Azerbaijan's prominent privates, based in Baku. Ranked #851-900 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 2800 students including 15% from outside Azerbaijan. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the first private university in Azerbaijan to adopt an English-medium, Western-style education system.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringEconomicsBusiness AdministrationEducation
Founded1991
TypePrivate
Total Students2800
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio10:1
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMultiple campuses (Neftchilar, Downtown, Binagadi)
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, FIBAA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851-900
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors, Masters, PhD, Foundation Programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Partial
Online Programs
Center for Economic and Business Research, Eurasia Knowledge Hub, Institute of Education Policy
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, FIBAA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL78
Min GPA2.5/4.0
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1000
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early applications are encouraged for scholarship consideration. Strong English proficiency is essential as most programs are taught in English.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Azerbaijani Manat
UG Tuition
₼6,800/yr
per year · AZN
Living Cost
₼8,500/yr
per year · AZN
PG Tuition
₼7,650/yr
per year · AZN
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₼15,385/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AZN
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors, Masters, PhD, Foundation Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MBA | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Relations | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with BP, SOCAR, and international NGOs
Industry Connections
BPHalliburtonErnst & YoungWorld BankDeloitte
Notable Alumni
Adnan Ahmadzada, Tural Ismayilov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Indoor sports hall, Chess club
Student Clubs
Drama Club, Debate Club, Cinema Club, Charity Club, IEEE Student Branch
Library Resources
Khazar University Library & Information Center (LIC), 200,000+ volumes, electronic access to JSTOR and EBSCO
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana, International Credit Mobility
Summer Programs
Caspian Summer School, International Summer School on Azerbaijani Culture