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Study abroad at Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan

Overview

  • Population

    36,361,859

  • Universities

    100

  • Language

    Uzbek, Russian, English

  • Currency

    Uzbekistani soʻm

Why study at Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is a historical crown jewel of the Silk Road and the rapidly modernizing academic hub of Central Asia, home to prestigious universities like National University of Uzbekistan, Tashkent State Medical Academy, and prestigious international branch campuses (such as Westminster International University in Tashkent - WIUT, Inha University in Tashkent, and Webster University). Uzbekistan offers world-accredited degree programs in General Medicine (MD), Dentistry, Information Technology, Software Engineering, and International Business taught 100% in English. International students benefit from direct admission without demanding language barriers, very low tuition fees and living costs, safe cities, and a rich Islamic and Silk Road cultural heritage.

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Fees

Tuition fees in Uzbekistan are exceptionally affordable. Accredited English-taught degrees in General Medicine (MD) and Dentistry range between $3,000 and $4,500 per year. Bachelor's degree programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Business Administration range from $1,800 to $3,500 per year (and approx. $3,500–$5,000 at international branch campuses like Westminster/Inha). Preparatory foundation and Russian/Uzbek language courses cost approximately $1,500 to $2,200 per year. Living expenses and student dormitory costs are very low, averaging $200 to $400 per month.

Cost of Living

CategoryCost (Uzbekistani soʻm)
University student dormitory (monthly)so'm53
Rent, 1-bed private apartment in Tashkent/Samarkandso'm350
Utilities (heating, electricity, gas, water)so'm43
Internet (fiber optic high-speed broadband unlimited)so'm15
Mobile phone plan (high 4G/5G data & calls)so'm7
Monthly public transport & Tashkent metro student passso'm12
Monthly grocery & food budgetso'm160
Coffee / Beverage in caféso'm2
Cinema ticketso'm5
Monthly gym membershipso'm29

Admission requirements

  • Secondary School Certificate & Legalized Translation

    Certified high school graduation certificate and official grade transcripts with certified Russian, Uzbek, or English translation and consular legalization / Apostille.

  • Medical Fitness Certificate & HIV Test

    Official medical fitness certificate (Form 086) and certified HIV-negative test report issued within the last 3 months.

Student Visa

International students require an Uzbek Student Visa (Visa Category 'T'). After receiving the formal Admission Order and signing the contract, the university submits the visa support petition (Teletype / Telex) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan (MFA). With the MFA Visa Approval Number, the student applies for the 'T' Student Visa at the Uzbek Embassy or receives a visa on arrival at Tashkent International Airport (for countries without an embassy). The university coordinates temporary residence registration upon arrival.

How to Study

1

Search and select your preferred medical or academic degree program in Uzbekistan.

2

Submit your passport copy and high school certificate for pre-admission review.

3

Pass a basic online English proficiency / academic interview.

4

The university issues the official Invitation / MFA Visa Support Telex.

5

Obtain your 'T' Student Visa from the Uzbek Embassy / e-visa portal.

6

Arrive in Tashkent, complete campus registration, check into student accommodation, and issue your student residency registration.