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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 18 Universities in Turkmenistan

League Tables and University sub-rankings of Turkmen Universities in the following regions:

Ashgabat (16)  
Lebap (1)  
Mary (1)  

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Overview of Turkmenistan Universities

Turkmenistan's higher education system is centrally administered by the Ministry of Education, emphasizing national development priorities. All 18 recognized universities are predominantly public institutions, with 16 directly state-funded and operated. Higher education follows the Bologna Process structure, offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs. Specialized institutes focusing on strategic sectors like energy, agriculture and engineering coexist with comprehensive universities. English-medium programs are expanding, particularly in technical fields. Keywords: Turkmenistan higher education, public universities in Turkmenistan, Bologna Process Turkmenistan, state-funded universities, technical education Turkmenistan.

Top 10 Turkmenistan Universities

1. International University of Humanities and Development (Halkara Ynsanperwer Ylymlary we Ösüş Uniwersiteti) - IUHD
   Country Rank: 1 | World Rank: 11,169 | Ashgabat | Est. 2014 | Public-Private Partnership | Comprehensive | Fields/Levels: Not specified
2. Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management (Türkmen döwlet ykdysadyýet we dolandyryş instituty) - TGIEiU
   Country Rank: 2 | World Rank: 11,926 | Ashgabat | Est. 1980 | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
3. Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University (Türkmenistanyň Oguz han adyndaky inžener-tehnologiýalar uniwersiteti) - TITU
   Country Rank: 3 | World Rank: 11,953 | Ashgabat | Est. 2016 | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
4. Institute of International Relations (Halkara Gatnaşyklary instituty)
   Country Rank: 4 | World Rank: 12,066 | Ashgabat | Est. 2008 | Not reported | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
5. Magtymguly Turkmen State University (Magtymguly adyndaky Türkmen döwlet uniwersiteti) - TSU
   Country Rank: 5 | World Rank: 12,082 | Ashgabat | Est. 1931 | Public | Comprehensive | Fields/Levels: Not specified
6. Turkmen Agricultural University (Türkmen oba hojalyk uniwersiteti) - TSKHU
   Country Rank: 6 | World Rank: 12,298 | Ashgabat | Est. 1930 | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
7. Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction (Türkmen döwlet binagärlik-gurluşyk instituty) - TGASI
   Country Rank: 7 | World Rank: 12,355 | Ashgabat | Est. 1963 | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
8. International Oil and Gas University (Halkara nebit we gaz uniwersiteti) - MUNiG
   Country Rank: 8 | World Rank: 12,366 | Ashgabat | Est. 2012 | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
9. Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages (Döwletmämmet Azady adyndaky Türkmen Milli Dünýä Dilleri Instituty) - TNIWL
   Country Rank: 9 | World Rank: 12,383 | Ashgabat | Est. Unknown | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified
10. State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan (Türkmenistanyñ döwlet energetika instituty)
    Country Rank: 10 | World Rank: 12,431 | Mary | Est. 1997 | Public | Specialized | Fields/Levels: Not specified

Analysis of University Types

Turkmenistan's 18 universities show near-total state dominance: 16 are public institutions (88.9% of total universities). Private universities constitute 0% of the sector. All top-ranked institutions are public or public-private partnerships, with specialization in strategic national sectors being predominant. Ashgabat hosts 90% of top universities, reflecting centralized higher education development.

Global Ranking and Standing

No Turkmenistani universities currently rank in the global top 200 (0% of total universities). Similarly, 0% appear in the top 1,000 worldwide. This indicates significant growth opportunities for international research collaboration and academic recognition. The highest-ranked institution holds a global position of 11,169, with all top 10 ranked between 11,000-12,500 worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How many universities are in Turkmenistan?
A: Turkmenistan has 18 recognized higher education institutions.

Q: Are there private universities in Turkmenistan?
A: Currently, there are no private universities; all institutions are state-controlled or public-private partnerships.

Q: What is Turkmenistan's top-ranked university?
A: International University of Humanities and Development holds the #1 national position.

Q: Where are most universities located in Turkmenistan?
A: 90% of top universities are concentrated in Ashgabat, the capital city.

Q: Do Turkmen universities teach in English?
A: Select programs (particularly in technical fields) offer English instruction, though Turkmen remains the primary language.

Q: How old is Turkmenistan's oldest university?
A: Turkmen Agricultural University, established in 1930, is the oldest operating institution.

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