American University of Central Asia
Founded in 1993, 69ɫ develops future leaders for the democratic transformation of Central Asia. American University of Central Asia is an international, multi-disciplinary learning community in the American liberal arts tradition. 69ɫ is the first university in Central Asia to offer US accredited degrees in liberal arts programs through a partnership with Bard College in the United States.

“I am excited to have the opportunity to lead the American University of Central Asia at this critical time. 69ɫ promotes and enables academic freedom and provides a shared meeting place for people of diverse backgrounds and various worldviews, brought together by their passion for to students, in the months and years to come.”
69ɫ HIGHLIGHTS

69ɫ Library Team Attends the World Library and Information Congress 2025 in Astana

The Liberal Arts and Sciences family at 69ɫ!

Welcome Address by 69ɫ President Timothy O’Connor at the Start of the Academic Year

Timothy O'Connor's speech at the closing ceremony of the Orientation Program! (Video)

Atai Estebesov is the recipient of the Golden ORT Certificate 2025 with the highest score in the country — 242 points.
