Khazar University

Khazar University is a private university in Baku with a broad range of Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral programs. The annual tuition fee for all programmes is 5,000 $ (6,000 $ for BS Veterinary Medicine); an Early Bird rate of 4,500 $ (5,400 $ for Veterinary Medicine) applies for applications submitted between 09.01.2026 and 01.06.2026. Fees do not include accommodation or living expenses, and merit-based waivers may be available.

Bachelor's Degrees

• BS Computer Science

• BS in Computer Engineering

• BS Petroleum Engineering

• BS in Chemical Engineering

• BS in Mechanical Engineering

• BS Civil Engineering

• BS in Radio and Telecommunications Engineering

• BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• BS Veterinary Medicine

• BS Biotechnology

• BBA (General)

• BBA in Management

• BBA in Marketing

• BS in Economics

• BBA Finance

• BBA in Accounting

• BBA in Tourism Management

• BS in Psychology

• BA Elementary Education

• BS in English Language Teaching

• BS in Philology (English Language and Literature)

• BA Translation

• BS in Political Science

• BS in International Relations

• BS in Area Studies (European Studies)

• BA Architecture

• BA Design

Master's Degrees

• MS Intelligent Systems

• MS Artificial Intelligence

• MS High Performance Computing Systems

• MS Computer Systems and Networks

• MS Oil and Gas Field Development

• MS Electronic Devices and Systems

• MS Power Electronics

• MS Economic Theory

• MS Economic Regulation

• MS Data Analytics

• MS Financial Management

• MBA (General)

• MBA Finance

• MBA Accounting

• MBA Marketing

• MBA Human Resource Management

• MBA Project Management

• MBA Tourism and Hotel Management

• MBA in Artificial Intelligence in Business

• MS Clinical Psychology

• MS Applied Psychology

• MA Linguistics (English Language)

• MA Translation (English Language)

• MA Area Studies (European and Asian Studies)

• MA International Relations and Diplomacy

• MA History and Theory of International Relations

• MA World Political Processes

• MA Conflict Studies

• MA Educational Administration

• MA Theory and History of Education

• MA Azerbaijan Language

• MA Azerbaijan Literature

• MA Environmental Design

• MS Veterinary Epidemiology

• MS Tourism and Hotel Management

Doctoral Degrees

• Computer Science

• Nanotechnology & Nanomaterials

• Systems Analysis, Management and Information Processing

• Construction Materials & Products

• Analysis & Functional Analysis

• Theoretical Physics

• Biochemistry

• Genetics

• Immunology

• Microbiology

• Molecular Biology

• Ecological Chemistry

• Development & Exploitation of Oil & Gas Fields

• Economics

• World Economy

• Organization and Management of Enterprises

• Psychology

• General Pedagogy & History of Education

• Organization & Planning of Education

• Theory and Methods of Teaching & Upbringing

• World Literature

• Azerbaijani Literature

• Germanic Languages

• Comparative Linguistics

• Political Theory

• International Relations

Full program list and official applications: university website.

Khazar University admission 2026: requirements for international students

Welcome to the Khazar University guide for international applicants! The university offers study programs at undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. levels, with English as the medium of instruction. There is no age limit for applicants, and there are no entrance exams for international students. Khazar’s admission process is holistic, considering academic performance, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and personal statements. Note that each applicant is allowed to apply for only one major and one degree program at a time. All programs are taught on campus, as there are currently no options for distant or online lessons. If you have specific questions, please confirm them with the university's international office at [email protected].

Required documents

To apply to Khazar University, you need to prepare and submit a set of required documents. Typically, you will need academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and standardized test scores if applicable. Please note that the university does not check the eligibility of your high school graduation certificate and transcript prior to application. You must submit notarized and apostilled English translations of your documents. Documents that are not apostilled, translated into Azerbaijani, and notarized will not be recognized during the final stage of the admission process. You may send your documents by postal service or send scanned copies by email.

How to apply to Khazar University: step by step

Applying to Khazar University is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to complete your submission:

1. Find your program: Review the study programs offered at undergraduate and graduate levels for international students on the official website.

2. Fill out your application form: Once you have identified your program, click on the apply button and fill out the form according to the guidelines.

3. Submit your application: Send your application directly to the International Affairs Office along with all required documents, making sure to indicate a clear subject line following the format '[Your name]_Khazar International Admission 2026-2027_[Document name]'.

Application deadlines and tuition fees 2026–2027

Admissions at Khazar University are conducted in cycles. The 2026–2027 application cycles have now closed, as the second cycle deadline was 31.08.2026. Applications open in January every year, so the next intake for the 2027–2028 academic year will open in January 2027. Exact 2027 dates and fees are not published yet, so please confirm details with [email protected]. For the 2026–2027 cycle, tuition fees were USD 4,500 for Early Bird applicants (USD 5,400 for BS Veterinary Medicine) and USD 5,000 for second cycle applicants (USD 6,000 for BS Veterinary Medicine).

Scholarships and tuition waivers

Khazar University provides a limited number of merit-based scholarship opportunities and tuition fee waivers for international students. You might receive a merit-based tuition fee waiver upon evaluation of your application documents. To explore available options, you can visit the university’s official scholarship website. For the most up-to-date details on scholarship availability and application criteria for upcoming academic cycles, please reach out directly to the university's international office.

Student visa, residence permit and arrival

As an international student, you must apply for a student visa at an Azerbaijan Embassy or Consulate in your home country. You should obtain a student visa valid for 1 to 3 months before your arrival, and then apply for a residence permit after arriving. Classes start in September, and students are recommended to arrive earlier, around September 10. Please note that the student visa allows you to study in a full-time program, which means that you cannot work while studying.

Housing for international students

Khazar University provides on-campus housing options for international students. To apply for on-campus housing, you can visit the university's official housing portal. If you need any specific assistance regarding accommodation arrangements, settling into Baku, or navigating the residential registration procedures, you can reach out directly to the university's international office for guidance and further instructions.