Established in 2008, Taraz Innovative-Humanitarian University is a higher-education institution located in the medium city of Taraz (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Jambyl Region. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Taraz Innovative-Humanitarian University (TIHU) is a coeducational Kazakhstani higher education institution. Taraz Innovative-Humanitarian University (TIHU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. TIHU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.