Participating in education abroad is an investment in your future. Like any investment, it requires careful planning and management. However, the personal, academic, and professional rewards that you will gain from this experience will last a lifetime.

It is important to carefully consider costs, budgets, and financing when selecting and preparing for your experience abroad, even though many programs provide scholarships.

Costs

Exchange Programs

On exchange programs, students do not pay for tuition at the host university. However, students are responsible for paying 20% of the Narxoz tuition fee (unless he or she is a state grant-holder or any other grant-holder), airfare, local transportation, accommodation, meals, medical insurance, books, supplies and other personal needs.

ERASMUS+ Programs

On ERASMUS+ programs, students do not pay for tuition at the host university and students receive a monthly scholarship (approximately 800-900 EUR depending on the host country), as well as reimbursement of travel costs between the home and host universities. However, students are responsible for paying 20% of the Narxoz tuition fee (unless he or she is a state grant-holder), local transportation, accommodation, meals, books, supplies and other personal needs.

All Other Programs

On other programs, such as the Coventry University Summer School, students are responsible for paying for all costs mentioned above, including the host university's tuition.

Preparing an Education Abroad Budget

The following resources will help you choose a program within your budget and help you accurately prepare a budget for your time abroad. If you are concerned about finances, you may want to consider education abroad in a city that has a lower cost of living. If you have already made a decision about where to go abroad, knowing the cost of living information can still be incredibly helpful as you create a budget for your time abroad.

Numbeo can help you calculate and find cost of living information for cities around the world. This may help you decide on a location or compare your upcoming education abroad location to your current expenses in Kazakhstan.

The OANDA Currency Converter can assist you in budgeting your expenses for your trip abroad through currency conversion. Planning ahead to determine how many pounds or euros or dollar or yen your tenge will yield will help you create an overall budget.

Financial Assistance

Kazakhstan State Grants

Students who receive the Kazakhstan government grants for tuition at Narxoz University can also study abroad using those funds.

ERASMUS+ Program Scholarships

As mentioned above, these programs provide a monthly scholarship and reimbursement for transportation to and from Almaty to the host institution. Admission to ERASMUS+ programs is competitive. See the Application & Selection Process section for details.

"This trip gave me a lot of unforgettable moments, knowledge and friends from different parts of the world. Moreover, I became much more independent and confident in myself and in my plans for the future. That is why I believe that every student should take advantage of such a great opportunity that our university provides."

Saniya, Accounting and Auditing

South Korea

"During this semester I gained useful knowledge, made new friends, and obtained valuable experience. Thank you my lovely Narxoz for giving me such an opportunity!"

Majid, Economics

Austria

"I have always been interested in studying abroad because it helps to expand horizons and develop in a comprehensive way. The experience provides a lot of opportunities and great chances for international students. I chose to study in Amsterdam because of its amazing architecture and rich cultural heritage. This amazing town fascinated me by its breathtaking views, numerous exciting museums, beautiful canals and narrow cozy streets with many shops. I have gained an inestimable experience that will make my cherished dreams come true." Read Alima's full interview.

Alima, International relationships

Netherlands

Anastassia Skoptsova completed a semester abroad in Poland at Poznan University of Economics and Business through the Best Erasmus + Student award. Hear Anastasia talk about her grant and study in Poland.

Anastasia, Marketing

Poland

"Many of my goals were achieved, namely, improving my speaking skills in Korean. In addition to the courses organized by Kangnam University, there was also the opportunity to speak Korean every day. The fact that the majority of Koreans do not speak English was a revelation for me. I still can't believe my childhood dream of going to Korea became a reality. Dreaming, broadening your horizons, and learning something new: Narxoz will definitely help you with this."

Victoria, International Relations

South Korea

"At Kangnam University I studied Korean language and culture. I was able to improve my knowledge of the Korean language and also gained invaluable life experience.

I express my gratitude to Narxoz University for the opportunity. Undoubtedly, study abroad provides invaluable life experience and the exchange of knowledge at the international level."

Anel, Accounting and Auditing

South Korea

"Visiting Shanghai was my dream and I achieved this goal through drive and motivation. Studying abroad was the best choice to help me complete the foreign language requirements for graduation. It helped me to really learn the world of Chinese characters."

Zhanna, Finance

China