KIMEP University
Almaty, Kazakhstan
KIMEP University is the oldest and
largest US-style University in Central
Asia. It is an independent, not-forprofit educational institution serving
a multicultural and multinational
student body, situated on a modern
campus in the center of Almaty, the
largest city in Kazakhstan. The
University offers 17 taught in English
degree programs.Total number of
students enrolled in all programs –
3172. Students come from 28
different
countries
worldwide,
including
Kazakhstan,
Russia,
Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the USA, the UK, Germany, China and South Korea. Students actively
participate in extra-curricular activity forming in total 35 student organizations, including KIMEP
Student Government (KSA). KIMEP University has established mutual agreements with 112
partner universities worldwide. This includes thirteen dual degree programs with institutions in
Europe and South Korea.
The Country
Kazakhstan is by far the largest of the
Central Asian states of the former Soviet
Union. It has borders with Russia, China, and
the Central Asian countries of Kyrgyzstan,
Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. Kazakhstan
is the world's ninth biggest country by size,
and it is more than twice the size of the other
Central Asian states combined. Its lack of
significant historical sites and endless
featureless steppe have put many off
Kazakhstan, while many still are captivated
by the emptiness and mystery of this Goliath state. It will be many travellers' first port of call on
their Central Asian adventure, and there is much for the intrepid traveller to enjoy. Kazakhstan is
the richest country in Central Asia, due to its large oil and natural gas reserves. The country is
also the largest landlocked country.
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Jordanovac 110, Zagreb, Croatia
The City
Almaty is the former capital of
Kazakhstan, and is still its largest
city. Being a financial and cultural
center of Central Asia, Almaty
boasts moderately-sized tourist and
expatriate communities. On a clear
day you can see the beautifully
rugged, snow capped mountains,
right at the city's doorstep to the
south. The city, in general, slopes
from south to north which makes navigating the streets easy. If you are traveling uphill, you're
going south. There is also a small mountain range bordering the city to the east. Almaty is in the
top 50 most expensive cities worldwide for expats to live in according to Mercer Human
Research. Although Almaty dropped from 30th place in 2007 to 44th in 2008, it's still more
expensive than Toronto, Los Angeles or Hamburg. Nevertheless, it is a wonderful gateway to this
undiscovered and distinctive country. Kazakh people are very kind and welcoming, and you will
be pleasantly surprised by the hospitality.
Student Life
Every student at KIMEP University is part of the Students Unions that helps students get
involved, make friends and make the most of their time at College by organizing various
activities.
Estimated Expenses
Rough Expense
Comparison
Semester at ZSEM
Semester at KIMEP
Health Insurance
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Airfare
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914 EUR
Housing/Utilities*
287 EUR
400 EUR
Internet/cable*
28 EUR
18EUR
Food*
177 EUR
100 EUR
Books
Included
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Transportation*
16 EUR
16 EUR
Visa
--60 EUR
*per month
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Jordanovac 110, Zagreb, Croatia
Accommodation
The Dormitory is conveniently located on KIMEP University campus in the center of Almaty
city. Dormitory has space for 424 students, accommodated in double and triple rooms. Besides
accommodation in the dormitory on KIMEP University Campus, we can offer you off-campus
accommodation.
Travel Opportunities
It is not by chance that a most beautiful city
at the foot of the emerald Tien Shan ridges is
called a “garden city”. In spring, when is
southern outskirts are buried in blossom of
apple, apricot, and cherry gardens, the city
becomes a fabulous sight. Its magnificent
green attire and the grand panorama of the
mountains distinguish Almaty from other
cities. Exotic Almaty tourism is something
that the traveler within one day can become a
witness of the five climatic zones. Follow the path from the hot desert to the eternal snows. The
natural complex of this region contributes to the prosperity of the various kinds of tourism.
Interested?
Zagreb School of Economics and Management
Jordanovac 110, Zagreb, Croatia
Phone: +385 1 235 4154
Javier Aguayo
Head of International Office
Contact Abroad:
KIMEP University
4 Abay Avenue, Valikhanovbld, Almaty 050010, Kazakhstan
Phone: +7 (727)270 44 73 (ext.2097)
Albina Kozhakhmetova
International Office
E-mail: [email protected]
Zagreb School of Economics and Management
Jordanovac 110, Zagreb, Croatia