Quick Summary
Saken Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University, in Astana, Kazakhstan, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1957. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 12500 students including 3.5% from outside Kazakhstan. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Veterinary Science, Engineering - Mechanical, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The university is a premier leader in agricultural research in Central Asia, offering high employment rates in the growing national agri-sector.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryVeterinary ScienceEngineering - MechanicalFood Technology
Founded1957
TypePublic
Total Students12500
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus Size75 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Education and Science of Kazakhstan, ACQUIN, FIBAA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
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
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Distance Learning
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Research Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology, Research Institute of Veterinary Medicine, Scientific Research Institute of Food Technology
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education and Science of Kazakhstan, ACQUIN, FIBAA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate70%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL65
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 25
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should focus on early submission of translated and notarized documents. Ensure biology or chemistry scores are competitive for agricultural tracks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Kazakhstani Tenge
UG Tuition
₸1,350,000/yr
per year · KZT
Living Cost
₸2,200,000/yr
per year · KZT
PG Tuition
₸1,700,000/yr
per year · KZT
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₸3,565,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · KZT
Scholarships AvailableState Educational Grants, University Internal Scholarships, Bolashak Program
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, PhD, Distance Learning programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Agronomy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Veterinary Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Land Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Power Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Food Technology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship Placement90
Industry Connections
Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of KazakhstanFAOJohn DeereCLAASvarious agribusiness holdings
Notable Alumni
Asylzhan Mamytbekov, Akhylbek Kurishbayev, Imangali Tasmagambetov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Sports complex, indoor gym, football field, swimming pool access
Student Clubs
Student Parliament, Zhas Otan, Debate Club, Traditional Music Ensemble, Sports Teams
Library Resources
Scientific Library with 1.5+ million volumes and access to international digital databases like Scopus and Web of Science
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana, DAAD, Global UGRAD
Summer Programs
Available