Conditions for Maintaining the Graduate Studies Excellence Scholarship

Upholding Scholarship Standards at Kuwait University

Continuing to receive the Graduate Studies Excellence Scholarship requires adherence to specific conditions set by Kuwait University. These conditions are designed to ensure that scholarship recipients maintain a high standard of academic performance and contribute positively to their academic departments.

Key Conditions for Scholarship Continuance

1. Academic Performance:

   • Recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher throughout the scholarship period. This requirement underscores the emphasis on academic excellence and the importance of consistent high-level performance.

2. Continuous Full-Time Enrollment:

   • Scholarship recipients are required to be continuously registered on a full-time basis in consecutive academic terms. This uninterrupted registration reflects a commitment to their academic progression.

3. Research Commitment:

   • Scholars must remain dedicated to their original research area and plan. Changes to the research focus are only permissible when absolutely necessary and must be approved by the supervisor, program committee, and the College of Graduate Studies. Any changes must align with the scholarship’s timeframe.

4. Participation in Academic Tasks:

   • Scholarship students are expected to engage in tasks assigned by the program committee in coordination with their supervisor. These tasks may include teaching and scientific research activities within the academic department.

   • The workload for these tasks ranges from 6-8 hours per week, following the program’s guidelines as approved by the College of Graduate Studies Council.

Commitment to Excellence

• Balancing Roles: While managing their academic workload, scholarship recipients are also expected to fulfill their assigned responsibilities, contributing to the academic community.

• Guidance and Support: The College of Graduate Studies offers support to help students navigate their responsibilities and maintain the conditions for their scholarship.