The history of new international college based on partnership with the USA began in Ust-Kamenogorsk in 1994. Fruitful partnership favour the formation of Kazakh-American Free University – the university of international partnership.

KAFU became one of the first internationally accredited universities in Kazakhstan. In 2010 University`s business programs were accredited by ACBSP (USA). ACBSP is included into the National Register of Accreditation Agencies by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In 2014 KAFU underwent institutional and specialized accreditations, conducted by Independent Kazakhstan Quality Assurance Agency for Education.

The most talented students can win KAFU grants for participation in unique programs “International Leadership Academy” and “Professional Business Practice”. During completing these programs students get priceless experience of cross-cultural communication. They are also given certificates and recommendation letters from companies.

American program is a unique KAFU component, which provides the university with competitive advantages. American program graduates can speak English fluently; they have a good experience of cross-cultural communication and a global perception. After graduation they get American and Kazakh diplomas.

KAFU students enthusiastically take part in life of their country. They have their own Student Center which combines different clubs according to the interests and activities of all students. Student administration of KAFU orients on foreign universities experience involving in this process talented and active students.