Miras Scholarship Programme
Investing in Future Leaders
The Miras Scholarship Programme provides talented and motivated students with the opportunity to receive a 100%, 50%, or 30% tuition scholarship for study at Miras International School Almaty.
Established with the support of the Halyk Charity Foundation and NNEF Public Foundation, the programme aims to make high-quality international education more accessible to outstanding students while recognizing academic excellence, leadership potential, creativity, and personal achievement.
Scholarships are available for students applying to Grades 10 and 11, including the IB Diploma Programme.
Scholarship benefits
Recipients of the Miras Scholarship Programme receive:
- 100%, 50%, or 30% tuition scholarships
- Access to internationally recognized educational programmes
- Study in a multilingual and internationally minded environment
- Personalized university and career guidance
- Opportunities to participate in leadership, research, service, and extracurricular activities
Scholarships are awarded for one academic year and are renewable annually, provided students continue to meet the programme’s academic performance and conduct requirements.
Who can apply?
The competition is open to citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan who are applying for admission to Grade 10 or Grade 11 at Miras International School.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong academic performance
- Excellent achievement in the subjects relevant to their chosen programme
- Motivation to succeed in an academically challenging environment
- Active participation and achievements in academic, creative, sporting, or community activities
Selection process
The scholarship competition is held annually between February and June and consists of several stages:
1. Application
February – March
Applicants submit:
- Scholarship application form
- Academic transcripts and school reports
- Certificates, awards, and evidence of achievements
- Supporting documents required by the Admissions Office
2. Entrance exams
April – May
Candidates complete entrance exams in:
- Language of instruction (Kazakh, Russian, or English)
- English language (if English is not the chosen language of instruction)
- Mathematics
Applicants to the English-taught stream and the IB Diploma Programme also participate in an English-language interview to demonstrate the level of proficiency required for successful study.
3. Portfolio review
June
The Scholarship Committee evaluates each candidate’s portfolio, considering:
- Academic achievement
- Olympiad, competition, and examination results
- Creative and sporting accomplishments
- Leadership and extracurricular involvement
4. Scholarship award
End of June
Final decisions are made by the Scholarship Committee, which includes representatives of Halyk Charity Foundation, the NNEF Public Foundation, and the Miras International School.
Scholarship award
Scholarships are awarded competitively based on overall performance throughout the selection process.
Selection criteria
Candidates are assessed using a holistic approach that considers:
- Academic excellence
- Entrance exam results
- Portfolio of achievements
- Motivation and potential for success
- Personal accomplishments and leadership
Where candidates demonstrate comparable results, preference may be given to applicants from socially vulnerable backgrounds and those with outstanding achievements at national or international level.
Annual competition
The Scholarship Programme is offered once each year, with applications typically opening in February and results announced in June.
Detailed dates, application requirements, and competition regulations are published annually on the school’s website and official social media channels.
Contact
For further information about the Miras Scholarship Programme or the application process, please contact the Admissions Office: