Welcome to AUCA

Where multinational students and experienced

professors come together to forge a brighter future

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

Info session with Christopher Baker

  Join us for an upcoming info session with Christopher Baker, PhD, Assistant Professor, where prospective students will have the opportunity to learn more about what AUCA has to offer, academic experience, and why to choose AUCA Date: April 24 (Friday) Time: 15:30 Room: T16 Language: EnglishA campus tour will be provided after the sessionThis session is a great chance to ask your questions, gain insights, and better understand what to expect from your future studies.... Read More

Student Research Conference 2026

Dear AUCA graduate and senior students!   Join us for the Student Research Conference 2026 at the American University of Central Asia! The conference will be on April 25, 2026, 9:00-15:30 on our vibrant AUCA campus, providing a unique platform for graduate and senior-level students to showcase their groundbreaking research across various disciplines.... Read More

Faculty Knowledge Summit 2026

We are thrilled to announce the Faculty Knowledge Summit 2026: Bridging Research and Education. The event will be on April 24, 2026, from 9:00 to 15:30 at AUCA.    The Faculty Knowledge Summit 2026 is an event celebrating research and academic innovation through presentations, sharing teaching practices, and discussing findings of research papers that AUCA faculty are implementing as part of their research agenda.... Read More

The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London PUBLIC LECTURE

    The School of Oriental and African Studies once again hosted its annual research conference, bringing together scholars to present and discuss their latest academic findings. The event continues to serve as an important platform for critical dialogue on key socio-political and cultural developments in Central Asia and beyond.... Read More

Digital Humanities 2026 Symposium at AUCA 

On April 11, 2026, AUCA hosted the second Digital Humanities Symposium , bringing together over 50 faculty and students from 10 universities in Bishkek and the regions. ... Read More

Interview with Srdjan Uljevic, Assistant professor at the AUCA GenEd Faculty

In this interview, Srdjan Uljevic, Assistant Professor at the AUCA GenEd Faculty , shares his perspective on the importance of building a strong academic foundation before pursuing studies abroad. Drawing on his interdisciplinary teaching experience, he discusses the challenges students often face when moving overseas immediately after high school and emphasizes the value of completing undergraduate education in a familiar cultural and social environment.... Read More