Who can Apply as International Student?

The following categories can only apply for international seats:

International Students (Non Pakistani students who require a visa to study in Pakistan) – Application Opens in January every year

General Eligibility Criteria:

• 1. Minimum 60% marks in Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or equivalent qualifications in the relevant group/ subjects.
  2. International candidates will have to obtain Equivalence certificates for SSC and HSSC or equivalent qualifications (e.g., Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate, British General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level), American High School Graduation Diploma, International Baccalaureate Diploma) with a minimum of 60% marks in relevant groups/subjects from IBCC, Pakistan, which is a mandatory requirement. For more details on UG Program Admission eligibility is given at https://nust.edu.pk/admissions/undergraduates/eligibility-criteria-for-ug- programmes/
  3. International applicants are evaluated based on SAT/ACT scores. ACT / SAT scores are valid for two years only. Requirement of ACT / SAT Score for different programme is as under: –

Programmes	ACT/ SAT Score Required
Engineering	ACT Composite Score (Minimum score to apply – 25)
Computing Programmes
BS Biotechnology / BS Food Sciences and Technology
BS Environmental Science
Architecture & Industrial Design
Natural Sciences (BS Maths, BS Physics & BS Chemistry)	ACT STEM Score (Minimum score to apply – 25)
Business Studies & Social Sciences / LLB	SAT-1 (Minimum score to apply in each subject – 550) OR   ACT Score of Maths, English and Reading (Minimum score to apply in each subject – 25)

 

Admission Timeline for International Students:

Each year, international students interested in joining NUST can submit their applications online through dedicated international student application portal: https://intl-admission.nust.edu.pk/. The application window for the September intake opens annually in January. For instance, if you aspire to commence your studies in September 2024, we encourage you to initiate your application process from 1^st January 2024.

International Student Admission Application Portal:

Ready to begin your journey at NUST as an international student? Access our admission application portal here! https://intl-admission.nust.edu.pk/

Fee Structure:

Fee Structure for International Students:

UG Programs – International Student Fee in USD
Engineering, IT, Biotechnology, Natural Sciences, Architecture, Business Studies & Social Sciences
Admission Processing Fee (Non-Refundable)	USD 600
Tuition Fee (per annum)	USD 5400*
Security Deposit (Refundable)	USD 250
Health facilities (per annum)	USD 120
Additional “Harvard Business school licensing fee” will be charged to undergraduate students of BBA and BS Accounting & Finance @ USD 40 Per year

 

Scholarships:

• 1. Aligned with the Government the Government of Pakistan’s commitment to fostering diplomatic ties, and establishing professional connections with friendly nations, as well as supporting the development of countries grappling with underdevelopment or post-conflict situations, diverse scholarship opportunities for MS degree programs—covering only tuition fees.
  2. NUST offers various scholarships ranging between 25% and 80% on tuition fees for UG, MS & PhD students.
  3. NUST also offers international students Fee Remission scholarship that will adjust their fee to be equivalent to the tuition fee for national students.
  4. All eligible international students can apply, evaluated based on academic profile, financial need, leadership, and community service.
  5. Enrolment and subsequent offer of scholarships to international students depend on the availability of seats in the particular program under the guidelines set by the regulatory bodies. i.e. PEC and NCEAC etc.

Scholarship Application Process:

• 1. Applicants must submit a 300-400-word personal statement with their admission application, selecting the scholarship option.
  2. The statement should highlight motivation, career objectives, impact of the scholarship, leadership, and community service.
  3. The Scholarship Application Review Committee considers academic performance, diversity, financial need, leadership, and community service.

More information can be accessed at: https://nio.nust.edu.pk/mobility/scholarship-for-international-students/

Accommodation:

Hostel accommodation for the international students is guaranteed however students have to apply for hostel. These on-campus hostels offer convenient housing for international students. Hostels offer fully furnished bedrooms with an Internet connection and are located within walking distance of schools and cafeterias. If you receive an offer from NUST, we’ll also send you information on how to apply for accommodation. You should apply for accommodation as soon as possible.

 

UG Admission Help Desk:

For Queries Related to UG Admissions – Postal Address

NUST International Office

National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST),

2^nd Floor, Central Library, Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.

Telephone: +92-51-90851443

Email: [email protected]