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Incoming Students

 

Mobility opportunities at NU?

Students Status

Basis for Mobility

Exchange Student

Inter-Institutional Agreement

Research Student

Inter-Institutional Agreement;

Confirmation Letter

Short-term programs

Inter-Institutional Agreement

MoU

Fee Paying Student

(semester)

NU – Student Agreement

External Grant and Scholarship Holder

International Stipend Program

 

Eligibility and Participation

  • Should meet English language proficiency requirements*
  • Should have a competitive CGPA in his/her current degree
  • Agree to be responsible for tuition fee costs (excluding Exchange Students), and other costs, if requested. In case of sponsorship by an external organization, the incoming student should inform the Office of Global Relations
  • If applying as an Exchange Student, the student must be nominated by his/her Home Institution
  • Must agree to abide by NU rules and regulations and the internal security regime
  • Eligibility for each kind of program is set out in the announcement sent by email by the School or posted on the web page of the Hosting institution
  • There are no fixed deadlines for applications for Academic Mobility. However, if otherwise is not stated by the program or relevant agreements it is recommended to apply for the Fall semester – in April, for the Spring semester – in October, and for the Summer semester – in March.

*Language proficiency requirement can be waived in the following cases:

  • one of the earlier academic degrees was earned in a country with English as the language of official communication, academic instruction, and daily life;
  • an undergraduate degree is/was earned in a program that is/was officially taught in English;
  • have passed 60 ECTS (European Credits) in English-taught courses. In case this information is not clear from the transcript, the Home institution shall issue an English proficiency letter (confirmation)

In the case of Research internships (non-credit bearing), the Schools may establish their own requirements for accepting incoming students. For more information please contact faculty members (for research).

 

 

Application Process

Applicants to Academic, Research, and Cultural Mobility programs and courses submit the following documents to NU School:

  • application form;
  • CV;
  • copy of the transcript;
  • copy of passport;
  • a personal statement indicating the motivation and expected benefits of participating in Academic mobility.

School may request other documents and have additional requirements.  

It is the responsibility of the student to understand the specific policies of the School he/she is applying to.

 

 

Checklist before Departure

Travel documents

Important travel items

Arrange your medical documents

  • Passport
  • Copies of the Passport and Visa
  • Flight ticket

 

  • Phone, laptop, electrical converter (or purchase one upon arrival)
  • Sufficient clothing
  • Cash or/and credit card
  • Sufficient amount of finance (Average monthly cost of living from $250 to $500)
  • Inform OISSS at oiss@nu.edu.kz  about arrival time

 

 

Visa

International students who are citizens of the countries indicated below can enter the Republic of Kazakhstan on the visa-free basis:

  1. Russian Federation
  2. The Kyrgyz Republic
  3. The Republic of Armenia
  4. The Republic of Azerbaijan
  5. The Republic of Tajikistan
  6. The Republic of Uzbekistan
  7. The Republic of Belarus

International students with a country of citizenship that is not listed above need a Student visa (C9) to come to Kazakhstan. This type of visa is given for the period of one year and allows you to make multiple entries to Kazakhstan. Visa shall be renewed each year.

Required documents for the visa application:

  • Copy of the visa invitation letter
  • Passport (valid for at least six months beyond the visa validity and containing a minimum of two blank pages for visa stamping)
  • Copy of the main page of the national passport
  • Completed visa application form
  • One color photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm)
  • Multiple visa fee (200 USD per person)

 

The processing time for visa issuance is estimated to be five (5) business days.

Please note that additional documents may be requested at the discretion of the Consulate.

 

IMPORTANT:

Once you have received your KZ visas, please send scanned copies of your passport and visa to maulen.yergaziyev@nu.edu.kz

Upon your arrival in Kazakhstan, please visit OISSS in Block 1, room 1.207, 2nd floor, within three (3) days to complete the registration process with the Migration Police.

 

Accommodation

Accommodation on campus is provided for all international students on a paid basis.

For any questions regarding the accommodation please contact Department of Student Services: student_housing@nu.edu.kz

 

Health Insurance

  • As an international student and a member of our academic community, it is mandatory for you and your family members to have health insurance coverage and undergo a medical check-up.
  • It is highly recommended to purchase local health insurance from Medical Assistance, as this will facilitate easy access to medical assistance on campus.
  • The health insurance plan shall cover outpatient and inpatient medical assistance, emergency medical evacuation and repatriation.
  • You can access medical services based on your provided health insurance at the University Health Center located on our campus as well as in other clinics of Kazakhstan.
  • Before arrival, all admitted international students must submit Health background forms where vaccination and health condition information shall be indicated.

 

If you have any questions or require assistance related to health insurance or medical services, please reach out to your designated School coordinator. They will be your primary point of contact.

 

 

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Useful Links

  1. Types of programs at NU
  2. Student handbook (2022)
  3. Undergraduate Academic handbook (2023)
  4. Career and Advising Center
  5. University Healthcare Department
  6. Campus Life
  7. Library
  8. Academic Calendar
  9. NU Brochure 2023
  10. Pre-departure Guide & Checklist (pdf)