Study Abroad this Summer in Kazakhstan
Dates | Costs | Location | Activities | Courses | Language | Eligibility
Housing and Meals | Application | Visa
The Kazakhstan Institute of Management and Strategic Research (KIMEP) is located in Almaty, Kazakhstan. It is Kazakhstan’s premier institution and the top ranked institution in Central Asia. It offers a U.S. style education with all coursework taught in English.
Click here for more information about KIMEP. Click here for information for International Students
Dates
Application Deadline for Summer: March 12
Summer Semester: July 15– August 4 (exact dates TBD)
Costs
Students will pay tuition and fees to UNC. Fees and all other expenses will be paid in Kazakhstan. The budget given in US dollars is an estimate and is subject to change.
Click here for the most current exchange rate. Exchange rate current as of 1/13.
(1USD = 148KZT) |
Estimated Costs |
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Tuition & Fees (based on resident tuition for 6 credits) |
$1,680 |
Paid to UNC |
Study Abroad Admin Fee |
$300 |
Paid to UNC in USD |
Study Abroad Insurance |
$34 |
Paid to UNC in USD |
Room & Board |
$100 |
Paid to KIMEP |
Books & Supplies |
$133 |
18,000 KZT |
Round Trip Travel |
$2,100 |
Paid to Airline in USD |
Kazakh Visa Fee |
$218 |
Paid to Kazakh Government |
TOTAL |
$4,565 |
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Location
Almaty is located in southeastern Kazakhstan, near the base of the 20,000 foot Tien Shan Mountains and the vast Siberian Steppe. Almaty, one of the largest cities in Kazakhstan is home to several museums, restaurants, and theatres. Opportunities for outdoor activities are numerous with several ski resorts and the world’s largest outdoor ice skating rink located in close proximity.
Kazakhstan is the world’s 9th largest country. Since it gained independence from the Soviet Union it has experienced rapid change spurred by its developing oil market. It is currently one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Its historical location along the ancient Silk Road and the modern soviet occupation has created a society with a wide variety of cultures, religions, and languages. Click here for more information about Almaty.
Click here for more information about Kazakhstan
Activities
KIMEP will organize excursions to historical sites and natural wonders including Charyn Canyon - the Grand Canyon of Central Asia, Turkestan - once a stopping place on the Great Silk Road, and the beautiful mountains surrounding Almaty.
Courses
Classes are available in business administration, law, economics, international affairs, public administration, and journalism.
Click here to access list of summer courses
*The Monfort College of Business has developed a list of transferable courses for business majors. Cotanct Kristi Cozbey for more information.
Language of Instruction
English
Eligibility
This program is open to all majors with no limit on the number of UNC students who can participate. To be eligible to apply students must have at least a 2.7 GPA and have completed at least two semesters of courses at UNC.
Housing
Students will live in an on-campus dorm. The dorm includes laundry and maid service. Students have a variety of on-campus meal options including a cafeteria located inside the dorm.
Click here for more information about housing .
Click here for more information about dining.
Application
Students must first complete the UNC study abroad application and the KIMEP Summer School Application. Students meeting the minimum requirements will be selected to participate. If accepted, students will be required to complete an additional application, a copy of their passport, and an official copy of their transcript.
Visa
Students will need to apply for a student visa. The International Office at KIMEP will send an invitation letter. Applications can be downloaded online and sent to the Kazakh Embassy in Washington D.C. along with supporting documents. Click here for more information about visas
