Central Asian University has been honored with the prestigious title “Best Non-State Higher Education Institution of 2025” at the Science and Innovation Awards, in recognition of its significant contribution to the development of science and education.
The annual award ceremony was organized by the Science and Innovation scientific community and publication platform and took place on December 20, 2025, at the Turkestan Palace of Arts. The awards are regarded as one of the notable events in Uzbekistan’s academic and scientific landscape.
The event brought together leading scholars, professors, university leaders, and international experts. This year, 59 universities participated in the competition, with recognition given to the most active and impactful institutions in science and higher education.
This achievement reflects CAU’s strong commitment to academic quality, innovation, and its growing role in advancing higher education and research in Uzbekistan.
Founded in 2019 in Uzbekistan, Central Asian University is one of the most dynamically developing private universities in the country. It offers international educational programs in medicine, dentistry, business, architecture and design, engineering, tourism and hospitality, and other in-demand fields. A modern campus, faculty with international experience, and a focus on practical learning make CAU an attractive choice for students from all over the world.
Central Asian University ranks among the top 1000 in the Round University Ranking 2025, debuted in the THE Impact Rankings 2025, was recognized as the Most Innovative University of Uzbekistan 2024 by the Science and Innovation Awards, and is also ranked as the First Young University of Uzbekistan 2025 according to the AD Scientific Index. In addition, Central Asian University in 2025 has been awarded 4 Stars in the international QS Stars rating system, becoming the only private university in Uzbekistan to receive this level of recognition.
CAU actively develops strategic international partnerships and implements joint academic and research projects with universities in Germany, Switzerland, the USA, and other countries. Thanks to its innovative educational model and orientation towards global cooperation, the university is strengthening its position as one of the leading players in higher education in the region.
