Kazakh National University of Arts

Kazakh National University of Arts is a leading public higher education institution located in Astana (founded in 1998). The university provides high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs with strong academic and research opportunities, modern campus facilities, libraries, and international partnerships.

Kazakh National University of Arts in Astana: “Шабыт” шығармашылық сарайы, Тәуелсіздік даңғылы 50, Астана 010000, Казахстан.

Kazakh National University of Arts — public university; established: 1998.

Kazakh National University of Arts is a public higher education institution located in Astana with 6 accredited study programs across undergraduate and graduate levels. Curricula are aligned with national educational standards, combining theoretical rigor with practical competencies for career readiness.

Undergraduate and postgraduate admissions at Kazakh National University of Arts are administered in coordination with the Knowledge and Skills Evaluation Agency (BMBA / DTM) via national standardized entrance examinations. During the 2025 admission cycle, reported scores included state grant cutoffs from 105–118 points, fee-paying contract scores from 65–75 points, annual tuition fees starting from 697$. Applicants qualify based on competitive testing results, state quotas, and institutional admission requirements.

Students at Kazakh National University of Arts benefit from educational facilities including information-resource centers, specialized science and computer laboratories, and sports complexes. Extracurricular programs provide opportunities for scholarly research, student clubs, and vocational internships.