November 9, 2026
Which Central Asian Country Has the Most Students Studying in China?
Central Asian students are increasingly choosing China for higher education. Based on official statements from 2025–2026, Kazakhstan has the largest reported number of students studying in China, followed by Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. Uzbekistan currently ranks third among the five countries featured.
Which Central Asian Country Sends the Most Students to China?
China has become an increasingly popular destination for students from Central Asia. But which country has the largest number of students currently studying there?
According to official statements cited for 2025–2026, the reported figures are:
Top 5 Central Asian Countries by Number of Students in China
| Rank | Country | Students in China |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazakhstan | 10,000+ |
| 2 | Turkmenistan | 9,300+ |
| 3 | Uzbekistan | 7,000+ |
| 4 | Tajikistan | 6,000+ |
| 5 | Kyrgyzstan | 2,500+ |
Uzbekistan Ranks Third
With more than 7,000 students studying in China, Uzbekistan currently holds third place among the five countries in this comparison.
This shows the growing interest in Chinese higher education among Uzbek students.
Could Uzbekistan move into second place in the coming years?
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Source note: Figures are based on official statements from 2025–2026. They refer to different reporting dates and should not be treated as a single-date statistical ranking.
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