Acceptance of 7,989 Students in the 2026/2027 Internal Scholarships Program
The General Secretariat of the Council of Private Universities announced the acceptance of 7,989 male and female students into the internal scholarships scheme for bachelor’s and diploma programs for the 2026/2027 academic year, targeting holders of secondary school certificates or their equivalents.
In this context, Dr. Jassem Al-Ali, Secretary General of the Council of Private Universities, congratulated the accepted students, wishing them success and achievement in their university journey, and announced that the total number of accepted students in the scheme reached 7,989.
Al-Ali emphasized in a media statement that admissions were conducted in accordance with approved regulations and standards, within a strategy aimed at developing the internal scholarships policy and enhancing its effectiveness, in line with transformations in the higher education system and to meet the current and future needs of the state.
He clarified that this year’s scheme saw a review of majors and allocated quotas, with an expansion in fields of growing importance, particularly technological and digital disciplines linked to priority sectors, alongside a reduction in admissions for certain programs where indicators point to declining job prospects, paving the way for considering halting admissions in these programs if such trends persist in the coming period.
He noted that seat distribution was based on maximizing the utilization of available capacity at private universities and colleges, thereby helping to absorb secondary school graduates and provide broader academic alternatives, while adhering to admission criteria and academic quality standards.
He added that this approach also aims to enhance the quality of expenditure on scholarships by directing resources toward programs and disciplines with higher priority and greater educational and developmental value, contributing to the preparation of qualified national cadres capable of meeting the needs of both the public and private sectors.
He explained that the Council will continue to periodically review the map of majors and admission numbers, based on data, indicators, and coordination with relevant authorities, ensuring the scheme’s flexibility and ability to keep pace with changes, and reducing overcrowding in fields with declining job opportunities.
He also urged students to take advantage of available educational opportunities and to pursue their university studies with seriousness and ambition, contributing to the development of their capabilities and preparing them to participate effectively in serving Kuwait and its developmental progress.
