28 ноября 2026 года
Apply to NU undergraduate programs starting January 2027
MID-YEAR INTAKE 2026–2027
Didn’t get in during the main admission period? Already finished school?
Studying at another university and considering NU?
You don’t have to wait for the next academic year to begin.
Mid-Year Intake is an additional admission period for Nazarbayev University undergraduate programs, with enrollment in the spring semester of the 2026–2027 academic year, starting January 2027.
Admission is on a fee-paying basis.
Studying at another university and considering NU?
You don’t have to wait for the next academic year to begin.
Mid-Year Intake is an additional admission period for Nazarbayev University undergraduate programs, with enrollment in the spring semester of the 2026–2027 academic year, starting January 2027.
Admission is on a fee-paying basis.
WHAT IS MID-YEAR INTAKE?
WHY NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY?
WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION
Study in English with faculty and researchers who bring international academic experience. NU programs combine fundamental knowledge, modern teaching methods and hands-on training.
Gain international academic experience without leaving Kazakhstan.
Gain international academic experience without leaving Kazakhstan.
FROM THE CLASSROOM TO REAL DISCOVERIES
At NU, learning goes far beyond lectures and exams. Work in modern labs, join research projects, tackle real-world problems and build your own solutions.
Here, you can take your first steps in science and technology while still an undergraduate.
Here, you can take your first steps in science and technology while still an undergraduate.
YOUR CAREER STARTS AT UNIVERSITY
NU helps students prepare for professional life while they study. More than 95% of graduates are employed. Build the skills employers look for, attend career events, do internships and meet company representatives.
Grow your professional network and prepare for a career in Kazakhstan and beyond.
Grow your professional network and prepare for a career in Kazakhstan and beyond.
A CAMPUS WITH MORE OPPORTUNITIES
NU is more than academics. It’s a vibrant international student community.
Student clubs, sports teams, entrepreneurial initiatives, events and projects help you find like-minded people and develop your own ideas.
Live, study, explore and build your future in one university space.
Student clubs, sports teams, entrepreneurial initiatives, events and projects help you find like-minded people and develop your own ideas.
Live, study, explore and build your future in one university space.
CHOOSE YOUR ADMISSION PATH
NUET
Use your NUET results obtained in the current calendar year.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
130 — overall NUET score
At least 60 in each section:
Use your NUET results obtained in the current calendar year.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
130 — overall NUET score
At least 60 in each section:
- Mathematics
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
SAT / ACT
Apply with a valid SAT or ACT score.
For the Mid-Year Intake, SAT and ACT certificates are valid for 2 years.
LATEST ACCEPTED TEST DATES
SAT: December 6, 2025
ACT: February 13, 2025
Results must be sent officially to Nazarbayev University through the test administrator.
Apply with a valid SAT or ACT score.
For the Mid-Year Intake, SAT and ACT certificates are valid for 2 years.
LATEST ACCEPTED TEST DATES
SAT: December 6, 2025
ACT: February 13, 2025
Results must be sent officially to Nazarbayev University through the test administrator.
IB DIPLOMA
Apply with your final International Baccalaureate Diploma results.
The requirements are the same as for admission to Nazarbayev University undergraduate programs.
Apply with your final International Baccalaureate Diploma results.
The requirements are the same as for admission to Nazarbayev University undergraduate programs.
A-LEVEL / NIS GRADE 12
Use your final A-Level results or NIS Grade 12 certificate to apply to an undergraduate program.
The requirements are the same as for admission to Nazarbayev University undergraduate programs.
Use your final A-Level results or NIS Grade 12 certificate to apply to an undergraduate program.
The requirements are the same as for admission to Nazarbayev University undergraduate programs.
SUBJECT OLYMPIADS
Winners of International or Republican Subject Olympiads who meet the requirements of the selected admission category may apply.
Winners of International or Republican Subject Olympiads who meet the requirements of the selected admission category may apply.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Already studying at another university?
You can join Nazarbayev University as a transfer student on a fee-paying basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
At least 1 semester of an undergraduate program successfully completed
CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 or higher
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
IELTS 6.0
Writing — 6.0
Listening — 5.5
Reading — 5.5
Speaking — 5.5
or an equivalent TOEFL score.
The respective School at Nazarbayev University determines the course of study and possible credit transfer.
Already studying at another university?
You can join Nazarbayev University as a transfer student on a fee-paying basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
At least 1 semester of an undergraduate program successfully completed
CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 or higher
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
IELTS 6.0
Writing — 6.0
Listening — 5.5
Reading — 5.5
Speaking — 5.5
or an equivalent TOEFL score.
The respective School at Nazarbayev University determines the course of study and possible credit transfer.
Tuition fee: $15,000 per year
Nazarbayev University
Apply by November 28
TUITION FEES
TUITION FEES
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
If you have already received your secondary school certificate, you can apply to NU undergraduate programs through the mid-year intake.
STUDENTS OF OTHER UNIVERSITIES
If you are already studying at a Kazakhstani or international university, you can apply to NU as a transfer student.
For this category, you must have successfully completed at least one semester of an undergraduate program.
For this category, you must have successfully completed at least one semester of an undergraduate program.
WHO CAN APPLY?
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