Application Form

Applications for admission into undergraduate programs are processed by the University and selected applicants are called to an Admission Test These tests are administered for the Spring, Summer and Fall semesters, usually two months before classes begin. Test dates are published in local newspapers. Accepted applicants must secure their admission by paying the Admission Fee within the announced deadline. Tuition and other fees are due before registering for courses.

Admissions Advising

On weekdays from Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm the Registrar's Office advises prospective students and their guardians regarding admission. Campus offices are closed on Fridays. Students and parents are always welcome and encouraged to visit the campus for individual advising.

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Undergraduate Admission Requirements

The minimum qualifications for admission to undergraduate programs are:

1. Academic qualification:


1. Second division in both SSC and HSC or GPA of 3.0 or above in both SSC and HSC with total GPA of 6.50. or
   O-Level and A-Level: University of London GCE O-level in three subjects with a GPA of 2.5 or above, and A-level in two subjects with a GPA of 2.0 or above in the scale of: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 & E=l. Only one E is acceptable.



2. A US high school diploma or equivalent, and


2. Acceptable scores in NSU Admission Test, or a minimum score of 1200 in the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and at least 213 on the Computer Based Test (CBT) and 550 in the regular Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum score of 5.5 in the IELTS with no band score below 5.0.

Graduate Admission Requirements

The minimum qualifications for admission to Graduate programs are:

    MBA Program:

• A four-year Bachelor or a three-year Honors degree or a Master’s degree in any discipline
• At least Second Class (45% or above) in all exams or a minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 4-point scale
• Qualifying in NSU admission test or minimum score of 550 (CBT 213) in both TOEFL & GMAT
• Waiver of admission for candidates with undergraduate GPA of 3.8 or above from NSU

• A four-year Bachelor or a three-year Honors degree or a Master’s degree in any discipline
• At least Second Class in all exams or a minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 4-point scale
• At least five years of continuous work experience as executive (eight years for those with a two-year Bachelor degree)

• A four-year Bachelor or a three-year Honors degree or a Master's degree in life sciences, agriculture or a Bachelors degree in Medical & Surgery (MBBS).
• At least Second Class in all exams or a minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 4-point scale.

• MBBS, BDS or equivalent professional degree in medical sciences (dentistry, alternate medicine, homeopathy, unani etc.), or
• Four year undergraduate degree from a recognized university in life sciences, social sciences, anthropology and psychology, or
• Masters degree in health related subject or in any social science, management and other science subjects, or
• A two year graduation in nursing from any recognized university after duly completed four years registered nursing course from government recognized institute.
• At least Second Class in all exams or a minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 4-point scale.

• A 4-year bachelors or equivalent degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering/Information Technology or any computer related areas from anaccredited public or private university in Bangladesh or abroad with a grade point average of at least 3.0 (in the 4.0 scale). Students having a CGPA of less than 3.0 may be considered if the GRE Computer Science subject test score is submitted.
• Acceptable scores in NSU Admission Test or a scores of 1100 in the Quantitative and Verbal part of the Graduate Record Examination(GRE) General Test.
• Three letters of recommendation, at least two must be from the faculty members of the last institution attended.

• A 4-year bachelors or equivalent degree in Mathematics, Applied Physics, Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, and Information Communication Technology from an accredited public or private university in Bangladesh or abroad with a grade point average of at least 2.5 (in the 4.0 scale) or minimum of 2^nd class in BSc-Hons/MSc.
• Acceptable scores in NSU Admission Test or a scores of 1100 in the Quantitative and Verbal part of the Graduate Record Examination(GRE) General Test.
• Three letters of recommendation, at least two must be from the faculty members of the last institution attended.

• A Second Class in a three years’ Bachelor degree OR A Second Class in Master degree.
• Degree should be in Economics, Business, Environmental Studies, Social Welfare, Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science, Public administration or other related subjects from any recognized university.

• At least a Second Class either in the Bachelor (Hons.) or Master degree in Economics or in relevant disciplines from any recognized university.

• At least a second class in a three years’ B. A. in English
• Four years’ B. A. in English with a GPA of at least 2.50
• M. A. or MS in subjects of liberal arts & social sciences

Admission of International Applicants

For purposes of admission, all persons who are not citizens or permanent residents of Bangladesh are defined as international applicants. In most cases international applicants seeking admission into NSU must meet the same academic standards for admission, as those required for native students. There are wide variations; however, between educational systems throughout the world that makes exact comparison of educational standards difficult.

International applicants are selected on the basis of their prior academic work, English proficiency, probability of success in the chosen curriculum (as evidenced by prior work in the academic area involved), and certification of adequate financial resources.

Transfer Students

Transfer students (those with previous college credits) are expected to have at least a 2.0 (C) GPA in all college level courses to be considered for admission to the University. Catalogs and official transcripts from previously attended colleges and universities must be furnished with the application for admission. Failure to provide either will disqualify the applicant. To be official, transcripts must be sent directly from each college attended to the NSU Registrar's Office. Hand carried transcripts and transcripts sent by students are unofficial, even though they may carry the college seal or signatures that are placed on official records.

Credit Transfer

A student may transfer a maximum of 60 credits earned at previously attended colleges and universities toward NSU degrees. Transcripts from all previously attended institutions must be submitted. Only credits on which a student has earned the grade C or above will be transferable to NSU. For purposes of transferring credits, Directors of programs and Chairs of departments will determine equivalence of courses and may also refer cases to the Equivalence Committee if needed. Transferred credits and grades are not included in calculating the GPA at NSU.

Provisional Admission

NSU may tentatively accept applicants for admission who cannot produce official transcripts by the first week of classes, such admissions are provisional. All provisional students who enter the University without complete credentials for admission will be required to submit the appropriate credentials as a prerequisite for continued enrollment. Required credentials must be submitted within the semester of initial enrollment.

Non-degree Students

Applicants 'who have not participated in formal education for some time or applicants who do not intend to become candidates for a degree may register for credits in undergraduate courses as non-degree students. Applicants are admitted as non-degree students on a semester by semester basis without any obligation to continue. Such students may apply at any time for transfer to a degree program with/without the credits earned as non-degree students. Non degree students may obtain transcripts reflecting credits for the semester(s) attended. A transcript fee will be charged.

Fraudulent Applications

Individuals who provide fraudulent information on applications for admission or readmission are subject to immediate dismissal from the university.