Competition For Grants to Miras Schools Announced

The competitive selection process for educational grants to study at Miras International Schools in Astana and Almaty is now open. This program is designed to support students who aspire to receive an education aligned with international standards.

How to Get a Grant to Study at Miras

Over the past five years, more than 1,500 high school students from across Kazakhstan have participated in the competition. During this time, 70 grants have been awarded—20 of which fully cover the cost of education. Grants may cover 100%, 50%, or 30% of tuition. The competition is organized by the NNEF Public Foundation in partnership with the Halyk Charitable Fund.

The grant program enables talented students to develop their abilities and strive for high academic achievements. It also provides access to quality education that might otherwise be out of reach due to financial constraints. The program motivates not only scholarship recipients but also inspires their classmates to aim higher,” said Mariya Kovzhasarova, Head of the Education Department at NNEF.

Since its founding in 2016, the Halyk Charitable Fund—established by Timur Kulibayev and Dinara Kulibayeva—has allocated around 250 million tenge for educational grants to support gifted students in secondary, vocational, and higher education. The initiative aims to foster academic excellence and contribute to the country’s intellectual development.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants are students who have completed grades 9 or 10 with strong academic performance. Preference is given to winners of national and international academic competitions. The selection process includes tests in native and English languages, mathematics, and an essay. For admission to the IB Diploma Programme, exams are conducted in English.

Application Timeline

Miras Almaty:
Applications open from February 15 to March 30
Testing: April 1 – May 14
Results: June 1 – 15

Miras Astana:
Applications open from February 3 to April 11, 2025
Testing: April 14 – May 16
Results: June 2 – 13

What Does Studying at Miras Offer?

Graduates of Miras schools have gone on to receive scholarships from top universities such as University College London, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, École Polytechnique, Boston University, and King’s College London.

The Halyk Charitable Fund also supports talented graduates beyond high school. For example, Nazar Berkimbai, a Miras Almaty graduate, received offers from five international universities—four of which offered full scholarships totaling $500,000. He chose École Polytechnique in Paris, one of the world’s top mathematics institutions. The Fund covers his stipend, accommodation, and travel expenses throughout his studies.

Benefits of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, developed in Switzerland in the 1960s, was originally designed for the children of diplomats. Today, it is one of the most respected educational systems worldwide. The IB diploma is highly valued by universities and offers students a competitive edge in admissions.

The IB’s assessment system is transparent and objective, with exams graded by international experts who are unaware of the student’s country of origin—ensuring fairness and consistency.

For more information on eligibility, required documents, and selection stages, visit the official websites of Miras schools or the organizing foundations.

Источник: Tengrinews.kz