Admission for
International
Applicants
Maqsut Narikbayev University invites international students to receive high-quality education in Kazakhstan. Learn about the admission process, requirements, and scholarship opportunities.
Important Deadlines
Don’t miss key dates for admission in 2026
International Applicants
Recommended deadline for submitting documents to complete all procedures on time
Internal Grants Olympiad
Final day to apply for grants for international applicants via intl.mnu.kz
General Application Period
From June 1 to August 25 (in accordance with current legislation)
Important: To ensure timely completion of organizational and administrative procedures, the University recommends submitting documents before August 10.
Internal Grants for International Applicants
International applicants can apply for MNU internal grants that partially or fully cover tuition fees
Application Deadline
We recommend applying early!
We recommend applying early to complete all selection stages on time.
Selection Stages
Interview
Candidates проходят an online interview with university representatives.
Essay
After the interview, applicants must write an essay related to their chosen field.
Any questions?
For any questions regarding grants and admission for international students, contact the admissions office:
admission@mnu.kzAdmission Process
Five steps to start your education at MNU
Submitting the Application
Submit your application on the website by filling out the following form:
English Language Requirements
Entrance Exams
Additional requirements for certain programs
MathTest
Mathematics Test
MathTest is an internal mathematics exam required for admission to programs of the International School of Economics (except International Relations).
Programs requiring MathTest:
Conditions:
- •A total of 3 attempts is allowed
- •First attempt — online
- •Second and third — offline
- •The MathTest fee for the 2026 admission cycle has not yet been approved. Please follow updates on the official website.
QR Test
Qazaq-Russian Test
QR Test is an internal exam to determine proficiency in Kazakh/Russian, required for further student placement into groups.
Test purpose:
- 1Determine Kazakh language proficiency
- 2Determine Russian language proficiency
- 3Placement of students into appropriate language groups
Important information:
The QR Test fee for the 2026 admission cycle has not yet been approved. Please follow updates on the official website.
Tuition Fees
Credit System
Payment per academic credits
How is the cost calculated?
Important Information
International Relations: The cost per credit for the "International Relations" program has not yet been approved.
To get up-to-date information about tuition fees for this program, please contact the admissions office.
Have questions?
Our admissions office will be happy to answer your questions
Ready to start?
Contact us today to learn more about the admission process and study opportunities at MNU
Frequently asked questions
The academic year begins in the first week of September.
Applications are accepted from June 1 to August 25.
• Copy of passport; • Original education document (certificate/diploma with transcript); • нотариально заверенный перевод документов на казахский или русский язык; • IELTS / TOEFL iBT / Duolingo / PET / CAE / FCE certificate; • Copy of birth certificate (if applicant is under 18); • Criminal record clearance certificate; • Math Test results (for ISE programs); • Motivation and recommendation letters; • Admission fee payment receipt.
Yes, all documents issued in a foreign language must be officially translated into Kazakh or Russian and notarized.
Recognition (nostrification) is mandatory for foreign education documents. Required: ID, application (submitted at Public Service Center), and apostilled document with translation. More info: https://egov.kz/cms/en/services/185pass_mon
Yes, international students must obtain a student visa (category C9). More details: https://egov.kz/cms/en/articles/visa_regime_for_foreigners
For programs of the International School of Economics (except International Relations), passing the MathTest is mandatory.
Yes, preliminary application can be submitted online, but original documents must be provided before the academic year starts.
The cost per credit is 55,000 ₸. The average workload is 60 credits per year (~3,300,000 ₸). Applicable to all programs except International Relations.
Yes, international applicants can apply for internal grants via www.intl.mnu.kz. Deadline: April 15.
Yes, international students can apply for dormitory accommodation. Allocation is based on university policies.