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International Students

The National University of Mongolia (NUM) is a cornerstone of Mongolian academia. With a rich history spanning over eight decades, NUM is renowned for its excellence in education and research across natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. 

Through strategic partnerships with over 180 international universities and research organizations, NUM fosters global collaboration and innovation. As a member of esteemed networks like the IAU and UMAP, NUM continues to lead the way in advancing knowledge and shaping the future.

 

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Bachelor degree programs

Students who have successfully completed secondary education and passed the national general examinations are admitted to the University. The duration of undergraduate studies is four years of full time studies. The undergraduate studies are comprised of not less 130 credits. School of Law study duration is 5 years and requires not less 150 credits to graduate. 

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Master degree programs

A regular master program at the NUM is comprised of 32 credits. The duration of master programs is 1,5-2 years. Students who wish to pursue their master studies in a different field from their background will attend preparation courses before entering into master programs. These preparation courses at the NUM will last 2 semesters. 

    • Research Master program: total course load is 30 credit hours including research thesis and additional research work of four credit hours. 
    • Major Master program: Total course load is 32 credit hours. The master’s degree by coursework does not require thesis work and credit hours are fulfilled via internship. 
    • Pre-Master pathway: Applicants whose Bachelor degree obtained in different fields and eligible from the entrance examination are accepted conditionally and shall be enrolled to pre-master program and successfully complete the course in 2 semesters.

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Doctor degree programs

A regular PhD program at the NUM is comprised of 30 credits for required courses and 30 credits for research (18 credits of research and 12 credits of dissertation). The duration of PhD programs is three to four years equal to six to eight semesters. Students who hold M.A / M.Sc degrees from recognized tertiary institutions are eligible to enroll in the PhD programs at the NUM. The PhD degrees are awarded after successful completion of 60 credits and defense of research dissertation.

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Applying to the National University of Mongolia

Nationality: A foreign citizen who is not a Mongolian citizen can apply to study at NUM, regardless of their place of residence. 

Education: Studying for a degree course at the NUM must have received a previous level of education equivalent to the content, level, and standard of education in Mongolia. 

Language: Regarding knowledge of the Mongolian language, all applicants must have a sufficient level of proficiency in the Mongolian language to pursue a degree course. 

Additional requirement: Depending on the specific characteristics of other programs, participating schools and professional departments may impose special requirements on applicants.

Admission Dates

Program

Fall semester

Spring semester

Bachelor

May 1st – July 20th

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Master, Doctor

May 1st – July 20th

October 1st – December 20th

Non degree course (Student exchange)

May 1st – July 20th

October 1st – December 20th

Non degree course (Mongolian Language course)

May 1st – July 20th

October 1st – December 20th

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Bachelor:

    • Application form
    • Diplomas, certificates, and transcripts indicating a secondary education level equivalent to the current educational standards in Mongolia (Documents in foreign languages must be translated into Mongolian and certified by a notary along with copies)
    • Copy of a foreign passport (valid for more than 6 months)
    • Financial guarantee equivalent to one year’s tuition fee and dormitory fee, issued by the organization or individual responsible for tuition fees and living expenses during the study period in Mongolia (scholarship, bank statement, or equivalent guarantee)
    • Certificates and credentials to determine proficiency in Mongolian or English (In the absence of a certificate, please take the Mongolian language test)
    • Medical form
    • AIDS test result
    • Chest x-ray (taken within the last 6 months, sized 3×4)
    • Memorandum for foreign students
    • Receipt of registration fee transfer, 130,300 MNT or 50 US dollars, to the NUM account

Master, Doctor:

    • Application form
    • Enrollment in the master’s program requires a bachelor’s degree diploma and transcripts (Documents in foreign languages must be translated into Mongolian and certified by a notary, along with copies)
    • Applicants to the doctoral program must provide their master’s degree diploma and transcripts (Documents in foreign languages must be translated into Mongolian and certified by a notary, along with copies)
    • Copy of a foreign passport (valid for more than 6 months)
    • Financial guarantee equivalent to one year’s tuition and boarding fees, issued by the organization or individual responsible for tuition fees and living expenses during the study period in Mongolia (scholarship, bank statement, or equivalent guarantee)
    • Description of management staff and professors, specifying the knowledge, education, work experience, and teaching methodologies relevant to the master’s and doctoral programs for prospective foreign students
    • Certificates and credentials to assess proficiency in Mongolian or English language (In the absence of certificates, applicants must take the Mongolian language test)
    • Medical form
    • AIDS test result
    • Chest x-ray (taken within the last 6 months, sized 3×4)
    • Memorandum for foreign students
    • Receipt of registration fee transfer, 130,300 MNT or 50 US dollars, to the NUM account

Mongolian language course:

    • Application form
    • Valid foreign passport (valid for more than 6 months)
    • Financial guarantee equivalent to one year’s tuition and dormitory fees, issued by the organization or individual responsible for tuition fees and living expenses during the study period in Mongolia (scholarship, bank statement, or equivalent guarantee)
    • Medical form
    • Memorandum for foreign students
    • AIDS test result
    • Chest x-ray (taken within the last 6 months, sized 3×4)
    • Receipt of registration fee transfer, 130,300 MNT or 50 US dollars, to the NUM account

Registration fee transfer account:

    • GOLOMT BANK 1102927741 /MNT/
    • GOLOMT BANK 1102927753 /US dollar/
    • Note: Documents should be scanned clearly and sent in JPEG format, ensuring legibility when providing copies.
    • Mongolian Language course: 9,187,500₮  MNT/ per year
    • Bachelor: 10,500,000₮ MNT/per year
    • Master 10,360,000₮ MNT/per year
    • Doctor: 11,200,000₮ MNT/ per year
    • 1 person room: 356,500₮ MNT /per month
    • 2 person room: 178,200₮ MNT/ per month
    • 3 person room: 120,700₮ MNT/ per month
    • Guest room: 34,500₮ MNT/ per month