Kansas City, MO (August 22, 2025) — Avila University has announced a new international academic partnership with Kazakh-British Technical University (KBTU), creating a unique graduate pathways program that allows students from Kazakhstan to begin their studies at KBTU and complete their degrees at Avila University. Students will have the option to finish their programs either at Avila’s flagship campus in Kansas City, Missouri, or at its newly opened campus in Goodyear, Arizona.
“This isn’t just another articulation agreement—it’s a living example of Avila’s mission in action,” said Dr. Andy Jett, Interim President of Avila University. “This partnership enhances our reach, welcoming KBTU graduates into the heart of Avila’s warm, inclusive community in Kansas City and the vibrant, innovative environment of Avila Arizona. It represents a journey that connects students to a place where they can grow, belong, and serve.”
Guided by the values of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet—service, unity, and the loving pursuit of knowledge—Avila University continues to expand its tradition of transformative education. This new partnership builds upon Avila’s mission of “Serving the Dear Neighbor without Distinction” by extending educational access across city lines and international borders.
About Avila University
Located in Kansas City, Missouri, with a new campus in Goodyear, Arizona, Avila University is guided by the values of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and devoted to serving students and communities with compassion, unity, and a commitment to excellence.
About Kazakh-British Technical University
Based in Almaty, Kazakhstan, KBTU empowers graduates with technical and business mastery to lead in a global marketplace.
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