Educational Grant - "Kazakhstan Halkyna" Public FoundationCoverageFull tuition coverage for the entire study period
CriteriaFor Kazakhstani citizens from socially vulnerable categories and eligible regions. Must be pursuing this qualification level for the first time. Applications submitted online at studyin.kz from March 30 to May 31. Requires a language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent). Operated by JSC "Center for International Programs" under the Ministry of Education of Kazakhstan
DeadlineMar 30, 2026 – May 31, 2026
International Academic Mobility Grants (Erasmus+, DAAD, IREX, Tempus)Erasmus+ international credit mobility enables short-term study or internship in Europe (3–12 months) with credit transfer. Monthly stipend of 800–900 EUR depending on the destination country, plus travel cost reimbursement. Other programs (DAAD, IREX) have their own funding structures.
CoverageFull mobility funding: travel, monthly stipend (800–900 EUR for Erasmus+), tuition waiver for 1 semester to 1 year abroad
Forall
CriteriaHigh GPA; language proficiency in the language of instruction at the host university; minimum 2nd year of study. Competitive selection. Auezov University participates in Erasmus+ STEM, Tempus, DAAD, IREX and other programs. Apply through the Center for Academic Mobility.
Pre-University Preparatory Course for Ethnic Kazakhs (Kandas)The Pre-University Training Center has operated since 2002 and hosts over 100 representatives of overseas Kazakh youth annually. More than 80% of graduates go on to receive state educational grants. The preparatory course lasts 9 months and includes a monthly stipend.
CoverageFree 9-month preparatory course + 41,000 KZT/month stipend (~$85/month)
CriteriaProof of ethnic Kazakh heritage (kandas/oralmans); valid passport; application to the Pre-University Training Center of Auezov University. Open to ethnic Kazakhs from Uzbekistan, China, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Mongolia and other countries.
State Educational Grant (Republic of Kazakhstan)The State Educational Grant covers full tuition for the entire study period. Awarded based on UNT scores through competitive selection within program groups. Note: grant recipients have a mandatory 3-year work obligation (отработка) in their specialty after graduation, as required by Kazakhstan law
Coverage100% tuition coverage + monthly academic stipend (~$75–85/month)
CriteriaCompetitive grant funded by the state budget. Minimum UNT score: 50 points for most programs; 75 points for pedagogical sciences; 90 points for Physical Culture and Sport. Distributed by program group based on UNT results. Pedagogical programs require an additional special exam (pass/fail). Grant recipients are obligated to work in their specialty for 3 years after graduation
DeadlineMay 10, 2026 – Jul 20, 2026
Vacant Educational Grant (Transfer to Grant-Funded Status)When grant-funded spots become available (e.g., due to expulsion or academic transfer), paid students may apply to fill them. This is an ongoing opportunity reviewed throughout the year - not only at enrollment time
CoverageFull tuition (transfer from paid to grant-funded status)
Forall
CriteriaAvailable to current paid-basis students when grant positions become vacant. Awarded on a competitive basis. Applications submitted through the university's electronic services portal (IS VUZ Portal / Platonus). Reviewed periodically throughout the academic year
