Fergana State University
Fergana State University (FSU) is a public university located in Fergana, Uzbekistan. Founded in 1930 as a pedagogical institute, it is one of the country's most respected higher education institutions, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across numerous fields of study. The university is particularly noted for its medical programs.
- Establishment: Originally founded as the Fergana Pedagogical Institution in 1930, it was later renamed Fergana State University in 1991.
- Location: The university is situated in the city of Fergana, Uzbekistan.
- Recognition: FSU is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Affordability: It is known for its relatively affordable tuition fees and low cost of living, which attracts a significant number of international students.
Academic programs
FSU has numerous faculties and departments that offer a range of courses.
Medical programs:
- General Medicine (MBBS)
- Dentistry
- Paediatrics
- Preventive Medicine
- Higher Nursing
- Traditional Medicine
- Biomedical Engineering
Other faculties:
- Philology
- Physics and Mathematics
- History
- Foreign Language
- Physical Culture
- Economics
- Pedagogy, Psychology and Art Studies
- Natural Science
Admission for international students
FSU's admission requirements for international students are generally straightforward, especially for medical programs.
Eligibility criteria (for MBBS):
- Age: Must be at least 17 years old by December 31 of the admission year.
- Academics: Completion of 12th grade (10+2) with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40–45% for reserved categories).
- NEET: Indian students must qualify for the NEET exam as per NMC guidelines.
- Language: Instruction is in English, and while no IELTS/TOEFL is required, a good command of English is necessary.
Required documents:
- Scanned copies of 10th and 12th-grade transcripts and certificates.
- A valid passport copy.
- The NEET scorecard (for Indian students).
- A birth certificate.
- A medical fitness certificate.
- Passport-sized photographs.
Campus and student life
The university provides a welcoming environment for its large and diverse student body.
- Accommodation: On-campus hostel facilities are available for international students, with some services including Indian mess options.
- Extracurricular activities: The university organizes various cultural events, sports competitions, and other activities.
- Facilities: The campus features modern lecture halls, laboratories, a library, sports complexes, and a student union.