Student Admission Guidelines

Each department's admission committee will oversee its own admission process. Students will be admitted to the first semester of an academic year for their respective programs. The schedule for admission tests and other essential requirements will be made available in advance through the university website and newspaper announcements.

1. Undergraduate Program

Candidates seeking admission into Level-1 / Year 1 must meet the following requirements:

1. Minimum Academic Qualifications:

• A minimum GPA of 2.5 (or second division) in either S.S.C. and H.S.C. examinations (or their equivalent), or at least one GPA of 2.00 with an aggregate GPA of 6.00 in S.S.C. and H.S.C.
• For G.C.E. candidates:
• "O" Level: Minimum of five (5) subjects
• "A" Level: Minimum of two (2) subjects
• At least four (4) B Grades (GPA 4.00) and three (3) C Grades (GPA 3.50) based on a grading scale of A=5, B=4, C=3.5, D=2, E=1.

1. Special Considerations:

• Sons/daughters of freedom fighters are eligible for admission with an aggregate GPA of 5.00 in S.S.C. and H.S.C.
• Equivalent performance under other educational systems (e.g., American High School Diploma, IB, etc.) will also be accepted.
• A combined SAT score of 1100 is accepted in lieu of the admission test for high school graduates from any system.
• Credit transfers from comparable educational institutions may be considered after admission.
• Students must pass an admission test to secure admission at PU.

iii. Degree Equivalence and Foreign Qualifications:

• Any issue or confusion regarding the degree or diploma obtained from home or abroad will be referred to the Degree Equivalence Committee of PU for resolution.
• Foreign degree holders must submit an equivalence certificate issued by the Ministry of Education at the time of admission.

1. Graduate Program

• All requirements applicable to the undergraduate program.
• A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the undergraduate program.
• Any issue regarding the equivalence of degrees or diplomas will be handled by the Degree Equivalence Committee of PU.

1. International Students

Premier University accepts applications from foreign nationals year-round for undergraduate and graduate programs. Applicants must submit the prescribed application form via the university website and appear for an admission test (written, viva, or both).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Undergraduate: Minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 5.0 scale.
• Graduate: Minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Academic qualifications must be approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh.
• English proficiency is required (TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent).
• A valid student visa and proof of financial solvency are mandatory.

Fees and Scholarships:

• International students are required to pay double the fees of domestic students, covering tuition, registration, and administrative costs.
• Merit- and need-based free studentships are available.

Credit Transfers and Withdrawals:

• Credit transfers from recognized institutions are accepted, with at least 50% of credits to be completed at Premier University.
• Withdrawals require a formal application, but tuition refunds are not applicable.

For inquiries, contact:
📞 +8801313044515-17
📧 foreign_admission@puc.ac.bd

1. Application Procedure

A candidate must apply for the written admission test within the specified time limit using the prescribed application form, available at the Premier University Information Desk upon payment. Admission-related information can be obtained from the Information Office, Premier University Building, 1/A O.R. Nizam Road, Panchlaish, Chittagong.

The Admission Committee of Premier University evaluates each applicant based on the following criteria:

• A completed application form for admission
• Official transcripts of academic records
• Payment of a non-refundable application fee
• Test scores from the admission test administered by Premier University
• Performance in the interview