American University of Central Asia - Study Abroad Programs

  Kyrgyzstan

• Other Cities in Kyrgyzstan: 
Bishkek

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer 
Dates: Please inquire for specific dates

Description: Founded in 1997, AUCA serves Central Asia where young democracies are emerging in nation states accustomed to more restrictive forms of governance. We develop the skills and the attitude of mind that fosters sensitivity to the region's rich traditions and adaptability for its demoncratic development.

AUCA is the first university to offer US accredited liberal arts degree programs (through a partnership with Bard College in the United States). AUCA is based on the American liberal arts college model with a credit-hour system. We are commited to freedom of expression and inquiry and academic honesty.

AUCA enrolls 1200 students (40% men and 60% women) from 15 countries: Afghanistan, China, Germany, Iran, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, USA and Uzbekistan.

AUCA employs 127 full-time and 60 part-time international and local faculty members. With one faculty member for every ten students, our students get a lot of personal attention.

AUCA sits in the heart of Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a city in the shadows of mountains, our campus is surrounded by parks. We are near the city's government building, libraries, museums and theatres. Neighboring art galleries, cafes, shops add to AUCA's cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Highlights: AUCA Programs

Preparatory Program: Computer Basics, English, Russian, Math, Study Skills and TOEFL Preparation

Undergraduate Majors: American Studies*, Anthropology*, Business Administration, Economics*, European Studies*, International and Comparative Politics*, International and Business Law, Journalism and Mass Communications, Psychology*, Sociology*, and Software Engineering*

*Graduates of these Bachelor degree programs receive a US accredited Bard College Diploma as well as the AUCA Kyrgyz State Diploma.

Selected Minors: Comparative Literature, Public Administration, Teaching English as a Second Language Translation and Interpretation (English), Translation (Spanish)

Modern Foreign Languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Kyrgyz, Russian, and Spanish

Graduate Program: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 2540 USD per semester

* Undergraduate Studies 2010/2011: 224,500 KG Soms (USD 5080) per year/ 112,250 KG Soms (USD 2540) per semester

* Graduate (MBA) Studies 2010/2011: 236,900 KG Soms (USD 5360) per year/ 118,450 KG Soms (USD 2680) per semester

DISCLAIMER: Tuition is due in Kyrgyz Soms at the set amounts listed above. US Dollar equivalent is based on an exchange rate of 44.2 KG Soms / 1 USD, and is only given as an estimate. Current exchange rate information can be found at the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic's website.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: yes

study at AUCA requires students to have basic English proficiency. Non-native English speakers must submit either the official TOEFL or IELTS exam to prove English proficiency.

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Kyrgyzstan Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Scholarships are Available. a limited number of scholarships are available to students from outside of the Commonwealth of Independent States. The Aga Khan Foundation offers some financial aid to students from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique, and Madagascar. The Higher Education Support Program offers a limited number of Student Mobility Grants to students from Central, Eastern, and South Eastern Europe; the former Soviet Union; and Mongolia to study at AUCA.

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview

Typically The Application Process Time is 2 Months

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

American University of Central Asia's Mission Statement: American University of Central Asia is an international, multi-disciplinary learning community in the American liberal arts tradition that develops enlightened and impassioned leaders for the democratic transformation of Central Asia. Our Values: American University of Central Asia values responsible freedom in the search for truth and justice. We are honest, self-critical, and respectful. We cherish critical inquiry and investigative learning both for their own sake and for the development of an open, diverse and just society that suits the region in which we learn and serve.

Year Founded: 1997