Established in 1992, SILKWAY International University is a private 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, SILKWAY International University (SWIU) is a medium-sized coeducational Kazakhstani higher education institution. SILKWAY International University (SWIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. SWIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.