🇰🇼 Kuwait
Kuwait Government Scholarships for Overseas Study
Kuwait's Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) sends thousands of Kuwaiti students abroad each year for undergraduate study, including a supported preparatory English year where needed.
Study Level
Undergraduate
Approved Majors
39 fields incl. medicine & engineering
English Year
One year supported, if needed
Scale
~6,000 scholarships/year
Eligibility
What you need to apply.
- Kuwaiti citizenship.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- An intended major on the Ministry's approved list (39 majors reported, spanning medicine, engineering, humanities and more).
- Admission to an approved overseas university, in line with the Scholarship Rules and Regulations.
If your English isn't yet strong enough for direct entry, the program can support one year of English language study first — confirm current eligibility for this on the official portal.
Scholarship benefits
Reported funding covers tuition fees, a monthly housing/living allowance, an annual return airline ticket, and an annual clothing/books/supplies allowance. Exact entitlements are confirmed by MOHE once your scholarship is approved.
How to Apply
Application steps.
Choose an Approved Major
Confirm your intended field of study is on MOHE's current approved majors list.
Secure University Admission
Apply directly to an approved overseas institution and obtain your offer.
Apply Through MOHE
Submit your scholarship application via Kuwait's e.gov.kw government services portal.
Attend Orientation
Accepted students attend a Ministry orientation to prepare for their academic journey abroad.
Typically required documents
- Valid Kuwaiti civil ID and passport
- High school certificate and transcripts
- University acceptance letter for an approved major
- English test results, where applicable
Confirm the exact current document checklist on Kuwait's e.gov.kw portal at the time of application.
Considering Australia?
Student Map can help you identify Australian institutions matching your approved major and prepare a strong application.
FAQs
Common questions.
Reported figures suggest around 6,000 students receive scholarships to study abroad each year.
You'll need to choose from MOHE's approved majors to be eligible for this scholarship — the current list is available on the official portal.
Reports indicate the program can include a supported year of English language study for students who need it before starting their degree — confirm current provisions with MOHE.