Pakistan : National Outreach Programme at LUMS

LUMS aims to provide equal academic opportunities to people of all social walks across Pakistan. In order to fully harness the potential of the human resources of the country, LUMS has been trying to provide a broader access to its programmes across Pakistan.

A new initiative - the National Outreach Programme was launched in 2001, with the objective of providing educational opportunities to bright and talented students from smaller cities, villages and inner city areas of large urban centres, who are unable to meet the programme's regular fee requirement. Deserving students with exceptional Matric and FA/FSc results (80% & above) are encouraged to apply through the National Outreach Programme for a four year Undergraduate Programme.

How to Apply

The applicants need to submit their National Outreach Programme (NOP) application forms after receiving their matriculation results. The applicants short-listed on the basis of the eligibility criteria appear in the Preliminary Evaluation Test. After being selected on the basis of this test the students are coached and registered for the entrance test, fully funded by LUMS. Finally, the students who apply to LUMS and qualify on merit, are offered admission on full scholarship. There is no separate quota for National Outreach Programme (NOP) candidates. All students, whether they apply directly or through National Outreach Programme (NOP), are evaluated on the same criteria. As regards assessment of financial need, a review committee has been established to ensure transparency in the process of awarding scholarships to all those who qualify for the admission through the National Outreach Programme (NOP).

Eligibility Criteria

1. At least 80% marks or A+ Grade in Matriculation exam
2. Financial need

When to Apply

Students apply to the National Outreach Programme (NOP) after clearing their Matriculation exam. Application is normally submitted at least two years ahead of the Undergraduate Programme start date e.g. the students applying in 2006 will be able to join the Undergraduate Programme in year 2008. Hence the students of Intermediate part I & II are eligible to apply.

Preliminary Evaluation Test

Students take the Preliminary Evaluation Test which is based on the Matriculation and Intermediate curricula. It comprises of two sections English and Mathematics. Each section has multiple-choice questions. The duration of the test can be 75 to 90 minutes. Students are shortlisted for the coaching session on the basis of their performance in this test.

Use the following links to download sample test for Preliminary Evaluation Test

• English
• Mathematics

Coaching Session

If the student is selected on the basis of the Preliminary Evaluation Test we offer a three week coaching session at LUMS. These sessions are arranged during summer vacations (July & August) every year. All expenses with regard to the boarding, lodging and coaching materials are borne by LUMS.

Test Registration and Admission Form for Undergraduate Programme

If shortlisted on the basis of their performance in the coaching session, students are asked to registered for LUMS Test. The application forms for Undergraduate Programmes are provided free of cost. The forms are filled and submitted in the Admission Office. The admission status is communicated by the end of July each year. Finally, the applicants who qualify on merit are offered admission at LUMS and are eligible for the National Outreach Programme (NOP) scholarship.

Application Form

Click here to download NOP Application Form - Batch 11

Further Information

Application Deadline : 3 February 2011

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