Rapid internationalisation of Kazakhstan’s higher education system, including foreign university partnerships and branch campuses, is increasing awareness of international pathways and supporting a growing, increasingly selective pool of mobile students.

The number of outbound students is estimated to have reached 26,300 in 2024/25, up from 11,000 in 2019/20.

Strong intra-regional ties create a competitive landscape for English-speaking destinations. However, growing demand for internationally recognised qualifications and English-language skills continues to present significant opportunities for student recruitment and conversion.