Established in 1997, Kazakh-American University is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Almaty (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kazakh-American University (KAU) is a coeducational Kazakhstani higher education institution. Kazakh-American University (KAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 25 years old Kazakhstani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. KAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.