How to Apply
Your step-by-step guide to joining Kuwait University
Kuwait University welcomes applications from high school graduates seeking quality higher education. The admission process is managed by the Deanship of Admission & Registration. Follow the steps below to begin your journey at Kuwait's premier public university.
Application Steps
Meet Eligibility Requirements
Obtain a Kuwaiti high school certificate (Thanawiya Amma) or equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Education.
Take Academic Aptitude Tests
Register for and complete the required KU Academic Aptitude Tests through the Center for Evaluation and Measurement (CEM).
Submit Online Application
Complete your application through the Deanship of Admission portal during the announced admission period.
Check Admission Results
Monitor your application status and check if you meet the minimum admission percentages for your chosen college.
Complete Enrollment
If accepted, complete the enrollment procedures and register for your courses during the registration period.
Academic Aptitude Tests
The KU Academic Aptitude Tests are a key admission requirement since 1996. Tests are administered by the Center for Evaluation and Measurement (CEM).
English Language Test
Required for most colleges. IELTS/TOEFL scores can be used as alternatives.
Mathematics Test
Required for scientific and technical colleges.
Arabic Language Test
Required for humanities and Islamic studies.
Chemistry Test
Required for health sciences colleges.
Required Documents
- Original high school certificate (Thanawiya Amma) or equivalent
- Civil ID (for Kuwaiti students)
- Passport copy (for non-Kuwaiti students)
- Academic Aptitude Test results
- English proficiency test results (IELTS/TOEFL) if applicable
- Recent passport-size photographs
Important Resources
Applicant Categories
Kuwaiti Students
Fresh high school graduates and those seeking admission to undergraduate programs.
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Cultural scholarship nominees from embassies and approved organizations.
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