November 28, 2026
START YOUR NU JOURNEY THIS JANUARY
MID-YEAR INTAKE 2026–2027
Missed the regular admission cycle? Already graduated from high school?
Currently studying at another university and considering NU?
You don't have to wait until the next academic year.
Mid-Year Intake is an additional admission opportunity for undergraduate programs at Nazarbayev University, allowing eligible applicants to begin their studies in January 2027, during the spring semester of the 2026–2027 academic year.
Admission is available on a full tuition-paying basis only.
Currently studying at another university and considering NU?
You don't have to wait until the next academic year.
Mid-Year Intake is an additional admission opportunity for undergraduate programs at Nazarbayev University, allowing eligible applicants to begin their studies in January 2027, during the spring semester of the 2026–2027 academic year.
Admission is available on a full tuition-paying basis only.
WHAT IS MID-YEAR INTAKE?
WHY NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY?
WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION
Study in English with faculty members and researchers who bring international academic experience to the classroom.
NU's academic programs combine strong theoretical foundations, modern teaching methods, and practical learning experiences.
Gain an international academic experience without leaving Kazakhstan.
NU's academic programs combine strong theoretical foundations, modern teaching methods, and practical learning experiences.
Gain an international academic experience without leaving Kazakhstan.
FROM THE CLASSROOM TO REAL DISCOVERIES
At NU, learning goes far beyond lectures and exams.
Work in modern laboratories, participate in research projects, tackle real-world challenges, and develop your own solutions.
Take your first steps into science and technology while still pursuing your undergraduate degree.
Work in modern laboratories, participate in research projects, tackle real-world challenges, and develop your own solutions.
Take your first steps into science and technology while still pursuing your undergraduate degree.
YOUR CAREER STARTS AT UNIVERSITY
NU helps students prepare for their professional future long before graduation.
Over 95% of graduates are employed.
Build skills valued by employers, attend career events, gain internship experience, and connect with industry professionals.
Develop your professional network and prepare for career opportunities in Kazakhstan and beyond.
Over 95% of graduates are employed.
Build skills valued by employers, attend career events, gain internship experience, and connect with industry professionals.
Develop your professional network and prepare for career opportunities in Kazakhstan and beyond.
A CAMPUS FULL OF OPPORTUNITIES
NU is more than a place to study. It is a vibrant, international student community.
Student clubs, sports activities, entrepreneurial initiatives, events, and collaborative projects help you find like-minded people and bring your ideas to life.
Live, learn, explore, and shape your future in one dynamic campus environment.
Student clubs, sports activities, entrepreneurial initiatives, events, and collaborative projects help you find like-minded people and bring your ideas to life.
Live, learn, explore, and shape your future in one dynamic campus environment.
CHOOSE YOUR ADMISSION PATHWAY
NUET
Apply using your NUET results obtained during the current calendar year.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
130 points — minimum overall NUET score.
At least 60 points in each section:
Apply using your NUET results obtained during the current calendar year.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
130 points — minimum overall NUET score.
At least 60 points in each section:
- Mathematics
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
SAT / ACT
Apply with valid SAT or ACT results.
For Mid-Year Intake, SAT and ACT scores are valid for two years.
LATEST ACCEPTED TEST DATES
SAT
December 6, 2025
ACT
February 13, 2025
Official test scores must be sent directly to Nazarbayev University by the testing organization.
Apply with valid SAT or ACT results.
For Mid-Year Intake, SAT and ACT scores are valid for two years.
LATEST ACCEPTED TEST DATES
SAT
December 6, 2025
ACT
February 13, 2025
Official test scores must be sent directly to Nazarbayev University by the testing organization.
IB DIPLOMA
Apply using your final International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results.
Admission requirements are the same as those established for regular undergraduate admission to Nazarbayev University.
Apply using your final International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results.
Admission requirements are the same as those established for regular undergraduate admission to Nazarbayev University.
A-LEVEL / NIS GRADE 12
Apply using your final A-Level results or NIS Grade 12 Certificate.
Admission requirements are the same as those established for regular undergraduate admission to Nazarbayev University.
Apply using your final A-Level results or NIS Grade 12 Certificate.
Admission requirements are the same as those established for regular undergraduate admission to Nazarbayev University.
ACADEMIC OLYMPIAD WINNERS
Winners of international and national subject Olympiads may apply if they meet the eligibility criteria and admission requirements for the relevant category.
Winners of international and national subject Olympiads may apply if they meet the eligibility criteria and admission requirements for the relevant category.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Already studying at another university?
You can apply to Nazarbayev University as a transfer student on a full tuition-paying basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Successfully completed at least one semester of an undergraduate degree program.
Minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
IELTS Overall: 6.0
Writing — 6.0
Listening — 5.5
Reading — 5.5
Speaking — 5.5
Or an equivalent TOEFL score.
The relevant School at Nazarbayev University determines the student's year of study and eligibility for academic credit transfer.
Already studying at another university?
You can apply to Nazarbayev University as a transfer student on a full tuition-paying basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Successfully completed at least one semester of an undergraduate degree program.
Minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
IELTS Overall: 6.0
Writing — 6.0
Listening — 5.5
Reading — 5.5
Speaking — 5.5
Or an equivalent TOEFL score.
The relevant School at Nazarbayev University determines the student's year of study and eligibility for academic credit transfer.
$15,000 PER YEAR
Nazarbayev University
APPLY BY NOVEMBER 28, 2026
TUITION FEES
TUITION FEES
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
Already graduated from high school?
If you have completed your secondary education and received your high school diploma, you can apply for undergraduate programs at NU through Mid-Year Intake.
If you have completed your secondary education and received your high school diploma, you can apply for undergraduate programs at NU through Mid-Year Intake.
STUDENTS FROM OTHER UNIVERSITIES
Currently enrolled at a university in Kazakhstan or abroad?
You may apply to Nazarbayev University as a transfer student.
To be eligible, you must have successfully completed at least one semester of an undergraduate degree program.
You may apply to Nazarbayev University as a transfer student.
To be eligible, you must have successfully completed at least one semester of an undergraduate degree program.
WHO CAN APPLY?
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