QS Best Student Cities 2027 Results Published!

The international analytical agency QS has released the results of its Best Student Cities Ranking. The capital of Kazakhstan, Astana, demonstrated steady growth, climbing 8 spots to secure 119th place in the world!

The capital’s high score reflects diligent efforts to strengthen the international standing of its leading universities. Key Astana higher education institutions represented in the global QS ranking include the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (ENU) and the S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University.

It is L.N. Gumilyov ENU, as the capital's leading institution and one of the TOP-350 universities in the world according to QS World University Rankings, that makes a decisive contribution to promoting Astana on the international stage. The annual increase in the number of international students at ENU, the active expansion of international academic programs, and a strong reputation among foreign employers have served as powerful drivers for developing the capital's academic image.

Our capital entered the top 10 most affordable student cities in the world, ranking 9th out of 150 in terms of living and tuition costs. The average cost of tuition for international students at Astana universities is under $3,000 per year. QS experts highlight the city's high potential for further growth through infrastructure development, safety, academic services, and expanded career opportunities for graduates.

Congratulations to Astana on these excellent results in the QS Best Student Cities ranking! This is a significant step forward in strengthening Kazakhstan's status as an international educational hub.

For more information, visit the official QS website: https://www.topuniversities.com/city-rankings