American University of Central Asia
Founded in 1993, AUCA develops future leaders for the democratic transformation of Central Asia. American University of Central Asia is an international, multi-disciplinary learning community in the American liberal arts tradition. AUCA is the first university in Central Asia to offer US accredited degrees in liberal arts programs through a partnership with Bard College in the United States.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to lead the American University of Central Asia at this critical time. AUCA promotes and enables academic freedom and provides a shared meeting place for people of diverse backgrounds and various worldviews, brought together by their passion for to students, in the months and years to come.”
AUCA HIGHLIGHTS
NGA Success Story!
From July 7-16, 3 NGA alumni, Nurbolot Piridinov (NGA2022), Erkebai Bakhavadinov (NGA 2021) and Bek-Aiym Talantbek kyzy (NGA 2022) participated in the 9-day international summer school "Get Engaged:Student as a Citizen", hosted at Central European University (CEU) in Budapest, which brought together students and young leaders from across the globe.... Read More
AUCA Library Team Attends the World Library and Information Congress 2025 in Astana
On 18-22 August, the AUCA librarians Jyldyz Bekbalaeva, Tolgonai Kozhokanova, and Madina Kerimova attended the 89th IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) 2025 in Astana. The World Library and Information Congress (WLIC), organized annually by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), is a premier international conference dedicated to advancing the profession’s commitment to providing high-quality library and information services and ensuring equitable access to information.... Read More
The Liberal Arts and Sciences family at AUCA!
Dear Freshmen,The LAS department is so excited to have you join the Liberal Arts and Sciences family at AUCA! Here, you will explore ideas, challenge perspectives, and grow into the leaders Kyrgyzstan and the world need.... Read More
Welcome Address by AUCA President Timothy O’Connor at the Start of the Academic Year
Dear students, faculty and staff! We are opening a new academic year – a moment of great significance for our entire university family.... Read More
Timothy O'Connor's speech at the closing ceremony of the Orientation Program! (Video)
During the final moments of the Orientation Program, AUCA President Timothy O’Connor addressed the freshmen, faculty, and staff with an inspiring speech.... Read More
Atai Estebesov is the recipient of the Golden ORT Certificate 2025 with the highest score in the country — 242 points.
A graduate of School No.70, he has become an AUCA student and will study free of charge at the Applied Mathematics and Informatics Department.... Read More
