Quick Summary
Based in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Samarkand State University is a public with roots dating back to 1927. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 33500 students including 2% from outside Uzbekistan. Known for strengths in Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Central Asia's oldest academic institutions located in a UNESCO World Heritage city with world-class physics and math faculties.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsAstronomyMathematicsArchaeology
Founded1927
TypePublic
Total Students33500
Intl Students2%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusUrban
Campus Size70 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,PhD,DSc
Programs
Optics,Genetics,Differential Equations,Archaeology,History of Uzbekistan
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute of Agrobiotechnology,Research Institute of Physics,Digital Technologies Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate22%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 20
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the Ministry portal and prepare for an interview. Local students must pass the National Entrance Test (UZBMB).
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Uzbekistani Som
UG Tuition
so'm15,200,000/yr
per year · UZS
Living Cost
so'm31,500,000/yr
per year · UZS
PG Tuition
so'm19,000,000/yr
per year · UZS
Application Fee
$20
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
so'm46,955,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · UZS
Scholarships AvailablePresidential Scholarship,Islam Karimov State Scholarship,Alisher Navoi Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidState-funded educational grants for merit students
Work-StudyAvailable in administrative and research assistant roles
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,PhD,DSc programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Mathematics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Theoretical Physics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Chemistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Philology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,200
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong ties with the Academy of Sciences and regional industrial sectors
Industry Connections
UzAuto MotorsLukoilSamarkand Automobile FactoryNational Bank of Uzbekistan
Notable Alumni
Sharof Rashidov,Ibragim Muminov,Akmal Saidov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Stadium,Indoor Gymnasiums,Tennis Courts,Wrestling Halls
Student Clubs
Enactus SamSU,Literary Circle,Debate Club,Young Scientists Council
Library Resources
Central Library with over 3 million physical volumes and access to EBSCO database
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Mevlana,Global UGRAD
Summer Programs
Uzbek Language and Central Asian Culture Summer School