Quick Summary
Public in Semey, Kazakhstan — Shakarim University of the City of Semey, est. 1934. The institution enrolls approximately 9500 students, with 4% being international. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Education, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 72%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest multi-disciplinary universities in Kazakhstan with a strong legacy in food science and education.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryEducationEngineeringFood Science
Founded1934
TypePublic
Total Students9500
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus Size48 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationIndependent Agency for Accreditation and Rating (IAAR), IQAA
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Scientific Research Institute of Environmental Protection, Food Technology Innovation Center
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating (IAAR), IQAA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate72%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
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
International students should focus on the nostrification of previous diplomas and prepare for the university entrance interview.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Kazakhstani Tenge
UG Tuition
₸720,000/yr
per year · KZT
Living Cost
₸1,680,000/yr
per year · KZT
PG Tuition
₸910,000/yr
per year · KZT
Application Fee
$25
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₸2,412,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · KZT
Scholarships AvailableGovernment grants, Presidential scholarships, University-specific merit grants
Avg Scholarship$900
Financial AidAvailable for socio-economically disadvantaged students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pedagogy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Veterinary Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Food Technology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Agricultural Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with East Kazakhstan industrial and agricultural companies
Industry Connections
Ministry of Agriculture of RKlocal engineering plantseducational departments
Notable Alumni
Berik Abdygaliuly, several members of the Parliament of Kazakhstan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor athletics arena, football stadium, specialized martial arts hall
Student Clubs
Student Parliament, Creative Youth Union, Enactus Shakarim, Debate Club
Library Resources
Centralized library system with over 1.2 million physical items and digital access to international databases
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana, Academic mobility with Russian and Polish universities
Summer Programs
Kazakh Language and Culture Summer School