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About KU

Kuwait University (KU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Kuwait City, Kuwait. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1966. As an active member of Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW), KU is participating in developing the academic environment.

The university is in top-850 of the best universities in the world, according to QS World University Rankings. The educational institution is in the top-1000 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.

KU works in several scientific areas and is waiting for new students.

Location
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Establishment year
1966
Students
37,104
International students
4,478
Female students
75%

Place in ratings

Rating QS
2024#851-900
Rating THE
2024#1001-1200
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KU tuition fees

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at KU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. The tuition fee at KU for foreign students varies depending on the program and starts from 1,000 USD per year. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.

When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Master
Foreign1,000USD/year

Bachelor degree at KU

For admission to a bachelor's program, you must successfully pass the entrance exams.

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KU campus

The city campus of KU provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Kuwait City has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. During the period of study, students can use the university library, where they can do homework and write scientific papers.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes

What to do after graduation

There are several options to stay in the country after graduation. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Read more about this on the embassy website. KU graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.

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