Admission Guideline for International Applicants

In order to apply to Uttara University as an International student, applicants are required to provide the following items:

Documents Required:

• Completed admission application form
• Original Copy of academic Transcripts/Certificates
• Equivalence certificates (that certify his/ her degree is accepted globally)
• Statement from your home institute which confirms the medium of instruction is English
• Police Clearance Certificate from your country of origin (Optional)
• Valid passport and Student visa
• Health checkup/medical certificates (Optional)

1. Admission Form:

Submit the Completed Admission Form.

2. Academic Records:

(a) All certified scanned copies of the original educational records must be submitted. If the original copy of this record is written in a foreign language, a certified English translation is required.

(b) Equivalence certificates (that certify his/ her degree is accepted globally) or a degree evaluated by WES (World Education Services) or UGC in the home country.

3. Financial Records(Optional) :

All international students must submit a Certification of Financial Records or Bank Statement guaranteeing that they have sufficient funds to cover the necessary educational and living expenses to complete their studies here at UU.

• Last 3 months' bank statement
• Bank solvency certificate

4. Medical Records (Optional) :

An applicant must submit a recent health fitness report (particularly HIV, Hepatitis, Yellow fever/Ebola, etc. or ny contagious diseases) to ensure his/her physical fitness.

International students are required to get themselves insured for medical coverage, including checkups, hospitalisation etc.

5. Visa Processing:

Applicants will apply to their nearest Embassy/High Commission of Bangladesh. The University will not be responsible for arranging visas for any foreign student but will provide information to the embassy (if required).

No one with an on-arrival or tourist visa can study at Uttara University. International students are accepted to study at UU only with a valid visa. Each international student is responsible for having a valid visa.

6. Special Note:

(a) All International Students are expected to make their own housing arrangements. However, necessary assistance will be provided where applicable or whenever needed.

(b) After University acceptance, students must complete the relevant documentation processing for their Student Visa purposes. The University will not be responsible for arranging Visas for any Foreign Students.

(c) Please be informed that including any false information constitutes grounds for dismissal from the University.

Admission Office: Admission Process for International Applicants

Initial Inquiry:

Prospective international students express interest in the program.

Information Gathering:

Provide detailed information about the programs offered, admission requirements, tuition fees, and other relevant details. Use online resources, brochures, and webinars to disseminate information.

Eligibility Check:

Prospective students assess their eligibility based on academic requirements, language proficiency, and other specific criteria.

Application Submission:

Prospective international students submit their applications online or visit the Office of Admissions in case they are already in Bangladesh. Their application includes necessary documents such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and proof of English proficiency.

Application Review:

The admissions team reviews applications to meet academic and language requirements. It may involve an initial screening and evaluation of supporting documents.

Conditional Offer or Rejection:

Conditional offers are issued to applicants who meet the criteria pending fulfilling specific conditions (e.g., additional documentation and language proficiency improvement). Rejections are communicated to applicants who do not meet the criteria.

Acceptance Confirmation:

Conditionally admitted students fulfil the specified conditions and confirm their acceptance.

Visa Application:

Admitted students initiate the visa application process.

Provide necessary documents to support visa applications.

Arrival and Enrollment (if applicable) :

Students arrive at the institution and complete enrollment procedures.

Attend orientation sessions to get acquainted with the campus and academic expectations.

Language Proficiency Assessment (if applicable) :

Conduct language proficiency assessments upon arrival, if required.

Commencement of Classes:

Students officially start their academic programs.