Kyrgyzstan
Discover KYRGYZSTAN
Journey Through The Land Of Celestial Mountains
Kyrgyzstan is located in Central Asia and although not an obvious first choice for a study destination, it will absolutely surprise you with its incredible mountainous scenarios, nomadic traditions and simple life. It borders Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and China. It became independent from the Soviet Union in 1991, and is one of the more progressive (aka westernized) countries in the region.
Most of the universities were founded after the independence, which means you will have access to relatively new facilities, but this also means some of the programs may still be going through an evolution stage. However, a lot of international institutions work in cooperation with Kyrgyz institutions to ensure the latter offer internationally recognized education and skills.
Top Universities in Kyrgyzstan
LN Medical College
LN Medical College, Bishkek is a premiere medical institute established under Indo-Kyrgyz Initiative led by LNCT group India. It was established in collaboration with Kyrgyz National University and is located on its campus.
International School of Medicine
International School of Medicine (ISM) was established in 2003 as per the named after B.Osmonov, is a government university offering MBBS in Kyrgyzstan.
International Higher School of Medicine
The International Higher School of Medicine is a university recognized by international medical education organizations. The IHSM was established in 2003 as part of a strategy to reform the education system and increase the competitiveness of domestic universities.
Student Visas
Scholarships
Fulbright: Applicants must be graduate students or advanced level scholars, and must have a very specific academic intention. The grant is usually quite generous and includes travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees. School of Russian and Asian Studies: Available for graduate and post-graduate students through the School of Russian and Asian Studies, it provides funding for up to a year of research in Russia or Kyrgyzstan. However, you must be enrolled in one of the school’s programs to be considered.
Popular Courses
Master of Business Administration (MBA): The students of MBA in Kyrgyzstan will have a great opportunity to experience a new culture and meet people from all over the world. One of the best qualities of MBA universities in Kyrgyzstan is that students are welcomed from all races and cultures. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS): MBBS universities in Kyrgyzstan have great university infrastructure and standard teaching facilities. Using modern technologies, both the teachers and students can attain convenient facilities to teach and learn.
(A) Cost of living for Students
Kyrgyzstan is voted to be one of the most affordable countries for MBBS studies. It is also a great place to live for international students. The tuition fee at most of the universities here is low making it a preferred choice for students.
- The currency of Kyrgyzstan is called ‘som,’ and it is equivalent to 0.99 Indian Rupees (INR). But the currency may fluctuate annually. Thus, it becomes very convenient for Indian students who wish to come and study MBBS in Kyrgyzstan.
- If calculated roughly, the cost of living per month in Kyrgyzstan is not more than 7000 to 10000 som which also includes food. This however depends on the type of lifestyle you are accustomed to.
(B) Part-Time Work Opportunities
Apart from on-campus employment, international students can also seek part-time jobs in Kyrgyzstan. Options such as working in the cafeteria, library, supporting the administrative department are available to students.
- Part-time jobs provide students with extra income to cover living expenses and offer valuable work experience.
- On-campus and off-campus part-time employment opportunities are also available during the academic program.
(C) Internship Opportunities
Work opportunities are a significant aspect of international student life in Kyrgyzstan. The students have access to various work options, including internships, part-time jobs, and post-graduation employment.
- USAC Virtual Internships: USAC offers virtual internships related to your preferred career field, but cannot guarantee placement with a particular internship provider.
- Virtual Volunteer and Virtual Internship Quests: Virtual Volunteer Quests are a great opportunity for individuals to get matched with a global project to assist with daily operations and projects according to volunteers’ skills, experiences, and community needs.
Cultural Experience
Because life is not all about studying, you will need to take some time to explore the cultural gems of Kyrgyzstan. Most cities will have a bazaar, which is always a popular gathering place for everyone and usually with really quirky places where you can enjoy traditional and worldwide foods. Although cities tend to be somewhat limited in terms of sights and places to go (keep in mind that Kyrgyzstan is a relatively recent country).
The best in-country offerings by far are the outdoors experiences, such as mountaineering and trekking. There are quite a few companies that will offer tours to the mountains and the mountain huts, and universities may organize such trips as well. Prices tend to be cheap compared to Western standards, so you will be able to do quite a lot of exploring and live the Kyrgyz countryside life for not that much money. Although Kyrgyzstan is a Muslim country, the Kyrgyz people are highly westernized, so no special dress code guidelines are necessary to abide by, although women would be advised to dress more conservatively in the south.
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