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Study in Uzbekistan

Prepare for studying and living in Uzbekistan.

Historic architecture in Uzbekistan

Study in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan brings together Silk Road heritage and contemporary city life. International students can discover the country's architecture, traditions and hospitality while pursuing their studies in Tashkent.

Why Study in Uzbekistan?

  • Living costs: plan a student budget for accommodation, meals and transport, with choices to suit different needs.
  • Cultural heritage: discover Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, alongside the museums, markets and landmarks of Tashkent.
  • A welcoming environment: experience Uzbek hospitality and meet people from different cultural backgrounds.
Uzbekistan at a GlanceInformation
Capital / study cityTashkent
Official languageUzbek; Russian is also widely used.
PopulationApproximately 39 million; figures change over time.
Other citiesSamarkand, Bukhara, Namangan, Andijan and Khiva.
ReligionA secular state with a predominantly Muslim population.
CurrencyUzbekistani som (UZS)
Time zoneUTC +5
ClimateContinental: hot summers and colder winters. Pack for the season of your stay.
Entry for studyRequirements depend on citizenship and study duration. See Visa and Arrival.
Tashkent International University campus

Why Study at TIU?

TIU offers study opportunities across business and economics, IT, education, foreign languages and law. Review the programme and its actual teaching language before applying.

The Department of International Relations helps applicants and exchange students find the appropriate study route and international support contact.

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Mountain landscape in Uzbekistan

Tashkent a Thriving Educational Hub

Uzbekistan's capital combines universities, business activity and cultural venues with parks, museums and historic neighbourhoods. Students can explore the city's metro, local markets and cafés, and use rail connections to visit other parts of the country.

Explore the official Uzbekistan travel guide ↗

EVERYDAY LIFE · TASHKENT

Plan Your Life in Tashkent

Use local prices in Uzbekistani som and build a budget around your own routine.

GETTING AROUND

Bus & Metro

2,500 UZS / journey

Standard electronic payment fare. A single-use QR ticket purchased with cash costs 3,000 UZS. Transfer rules and travel plans may differ.

Check ATTO fares ↗
STAYING CONNECTED

Mobile Service

80,000 UZS / month

One published example: Ucell New Bor 80. This is a specific plan, not an average or the cheapest available option. Check current connection conditions.

Compare operator plans ↗
YOUR HOME

Accommodation

Request the current options from TIU. Confirm the price, location, utilities, deposit and whether you will share the room.

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YOUR DAILY ROUTINE

Food & Groceries

Your spending depends on cooking at home, shopping choices and eating out. Use your own daily food budget in the planner below.

No fixed monthly food cost is assumed.

Prices checked 5 November 2026. Transport fare effective 1 October 2026. Sources: ATTO and the operator's current tariff page. Provider prices can change.

Build Your Monthly Budget

Enter your own amounts in UZS. This calculates your plan; it does not estimate typical living costs.

Enter your amounts to calculate your budget.

Food: daily amount × 30 days. Transport: journeys × 2,500 UZS at the standard electronic fare, without transfer or pass discounts. Tuition, deposits and one-off costs are excluded unless added under Other. Inputs remain on this page and are not submitted.

Official Public Holidays in Uzbekistan

HolidayDate
New Year's Day1 January
International Women's Day8 March
Navruz21 March
Ramazon Hayit / Eid al-FitrDate changes each year
Day of Remembrance and Honour9 May
Qurbon Hayit / Eid al-AdhaDate changes each year
Independence Day1 September
Teachers and Mentors Day1 October
Constitution Day8 December

Religious holiday dates and additional non-working days are announced for each year. Check the official government announcements and the TIU academic calendar before arranging travel.

Join Us in Uzbekistan

Explore your study options at TIU and prepare to experience Uzbekistan. Read the admission requirements, plan your stay and start your application through the official portal.

Apply to TIU

All international applicants applying for a degree programme at TIU must submit their applications through Study in Uzbekistan, the unified electronic platform for international admissions, in accordance with the Ministry's admission procedure. Click Apply Now to begin.

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We Are Here to Help

Have a question about applying, visa arrangements, arrival, accommodation or everyday student life? Contact our International Support Center for guidance and help finding the right TIU service.

Meet your coordinator and support team ›

Language Support Contacts

Support in English

Sarvar Komilov

Contact for English-speaking students

international@tiu.uz

Phone: +998 95 981 84 44

WhatsApp: +82 10 7639 0526

Support in Russian

Azizbek

Contact for Russian-speaking students

azikilhom@gmail.com

Telegram contact number: +998 95 449 21 26