Shymkent University is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Shymkent (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Shymkent University is a coeducational Kazakhstani higher education institution. Shymkent University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Shymkent University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including as well as administrative services.