Study abroad at Tashkent

Overview
Country
UzbekistanPopulation
3,000,000
Universities
35
Summer / Winter Temperature
Summer: 28°C–38°C / Winter: -2°C–7°C
Why study at Tashkent
Tashkent is the modern, green capital of Uzbekistan and the undisputed educational, scientific, and economic hub of Central Asia, famously positioned on the ancient Silk Road. Tashkent hosts Central Asia's most prestigious national universities alongside premier international branch campuses, including Tashkent Medical Academy (TMA - leading WHO-accredited medical institution), National University of Uzbekistan (NUU), Turin Polytechnic University in Tashkent (TTPU - Italian engineering branch), Inha University in Tashkent (IUT - premier South Korean IT university), Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT - British university branch), and Webster University Tashkent (American branch). Degrees in General Medicine (MD), Dentistry, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, and International Business are taught 100% in English with prestigious Western and Asian dual accreditations. International students benefit from very low living costs, extreme safety, modern metro system, and welcoming Islamic and Silk Road cultural environment.
Fees
Tuition fees in Tashkent are exceptionally affordable: Accredited English-medium medical degree programs (General Medicine - MD) at Tashkent Medical Academy (TMA) range between $3,200 and $4,500 per academic year, while Dentistry ranges from $3,500 to $4,800 per year. Bachelor's degree programs in Computer Science and Software Engineering at international branch campuses (Inha, Westminster, Turin) range from $3,500 to $5,000 per year (and $1,800–$2,800 at national state universities). Student shared dormitories cost between $30 and $80 per month, and private apartments range from $220 to $450 per month. General monthly living expenses range between $200 and $420.
Cost of Living
| Category | Cost (Uzbekistani soʻm) |
|---|---|
| University student dormitory (monthly) | so'm625,000 |
| Rent, 1-bed private apartment in City Centre / Mirabad / Yakkasaray | so'm4,150,000 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in Chilanzar / Yunusabad (near Metro) | so'm2,900,000 |
| Utilities (heating, electricity, gas, water) | so'm500,000 |
| Internet (fiber optic high-speed home broadband unlimited - Uztelecom/Beeline) | so'm185,000 |
| Mobile phone plan (high 4G/5G data & calls) | so'm90,000 |
| Monthly public transport & Tashkent Metro student pass (ATTO card) | so'm160,000 |
| Monthly grocery & dining budget (Korzinka / Chorsu Bazaar) | so'm2,100,000 |
| Coffee / Beverage in café near Broadway / Amir Timur | so'm23,500 |
| Cinema ticket (Magic City / Riviera Mall) | so'm57,500 |
Admission requirements
Secondary School Certificate & Legalized Translation
Certified secondary school graduation certificate and official transcripts with Apostille / Legalization, translated into Uzbek, Russian, or English.
Online English Proficiency Interview & Medical Form
Passing the university online academic/English proficiency interview, plus certified Form 086 medical fitness certificate and HIV test result.
Student Visa
International students require an Uzbek Student Visa (Category 'T'). After signing the educational contract, the university submits the visa support petition (MFA Telex) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. With the official MFA approval number, the student applies for the 'T' Visa at the Uzbek Embassy or receives a visa on arrival at Tashkent International Airport (TAS). The university coordinates temporary residence registration upon arrival.
How to Study
Choose your degree program at Tashkent Medical Academy (TMA), Westminster (WIUT), Inha (IUT), or Turin Polytechnic (TTPU).
Submit your passport copy and high school transcripts online for evaluation.
Pass the basic online English proficiency / academic interview.
The university issues the formal Admission Letter and MFA Visa Support Telex.
Obtain your 'T' Student Visa from the Uzbek Embassy or e-visa system.
Arrive at Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS), check into campus dormitories, and complete residence registration.