NUST offers a variety of scholarships aimed at supporting international students. These scholarships are designed to provide financial relief and opportunities to talented students who wish to pursue their education at NUST. Below is an overview of the scholarships available:

NUST Scholarships:

• NUST offers various scholarships in the form of bursaries on tuition fees for UG, MS & PhD students.
• NUST also offers international students Fee Remission scholarship that will adjust their fee to be equivalent to the tuition fee for national students.
• All eligible international students can apply, evaluated on academic profile, financial need, leadership, and community service.
• Below are some of the scholarships offered to students from various countries. 

If your country is not listed, you can still apply for scholarships at NUST. We encourage you to contact the NUST International Office directly at nio@nust.edu.pk to inquire about the scholarship opportunities available to you.

Application Process and Deadlines:

• To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must include a 300-400-word personal statement in their admission application at https://intl-admission.nust.edu.pk/ and select the relevant option in the online application indicating their desire for admission consideration on a scholarship basis.
• This statement should emphasize their motivation for pursuing the chosen program, career objectives, the impact of the scholarship on their academic and professional journey, and showcase leadership skills, projects, or community service involvement during their studies.
• The Scholarship Application Review Committee will evaluate scholarship applications, considering factors such as academic performance, diversity, inclusivity, and long-term impact on scholarship recipients, financial need, career objectives, leadership qualities, and community service.

External Scholarships:

a. HEC Allama Iqbal Scholarship for Afghan Students

• • Administered by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.
  • Aimed at Afghan students seeking undergraduate, graduate, or PhD degrees in Pakistan.
  • For more details, visit: Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarships for Afghan Students (Phase-III) Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarships for Afghan Students (Phase-III)

b. HEC Allama Iqbal Scholarship for Sri Lankan Students

• • Managed by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.
  • Supports Sri Lankan students to study in Pakistani universities at undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels.
  • For more details, visit: Allama Iqbal Scholarships for Srilankan Students Introduction

c. OIC Scholarships for Students from Least Developed Countries of the OIC

• • Offered under the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) framework.
  • Targets students from least developed countries (LDCs) within the OIC.
  • For more details, visit: OIC Scholarship Portal

For more information on scholarships and financial aid at NUST, you can visit the NUST Scholarships Page.

Please note that application procedures, eligibility criteria, and deadlines may vary for each scholarship. It is advisable to contact the NUST International Office on the provided contact details for the most accurate and up-to-date information.