Admission Process
The American University of Afghanistan admits qualified students in the fall, spring, and summer terms. The fall semester begins in late August or early September and the spring semester begins in late January or early February. Applications for undergraduate admission must be received by the Admissions Office on or before the published deadlines, and must include evidence of successful completion of an appropriate secondary education program. Deadline information is available through the Admissions Office.
ADMISSION PROCESS
Interested in applying for admission to AUAF? Follow these steps to get started:
Step 1 - Register for the TOEFL Exam with the Admissions Office on the AUAF Campus (Students must register in person and pay for the exams). Call the Admissions Office at: +93 (0) 797 200 400.
Step 2 - Upon successful completion of the TOEFL Exam, fill out the AUAF Admissions Application (available here)
Step 3 - Submit in person the AUAF Admissions Application and supporting documents (Tazkira, High School Transcripts, Letter of Recommendation, Essay).
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
AUAF uses the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) to assist in determining whether an applicant meets the university’s undergraduate entrance requirements. In most cases, a minimum score of 510 (or equivalent) on the TOEFL is required. Other relevant factors, such as achievement in the university’s Foundation Studies Program and prior education in institutions in which English is the language of instruction may also be taken into account. IELTS results may, in appropriate cases, substitute for the TOEFL score.
English Proficiency Tests (EPT) are administered by the university at regular intervals throughout the year. Applicants for admission are encouraged to register for the EPT at their earliest convenience. EPT tests assess listening comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. These tests assist the university in placing applicants in courses best suited to their level of English proficiency.
More information on the TOEFL, IELTS, and EPT, including fees and scheduling, may be obtained from the Admissions Office.
To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the following documents to the Admissions Office:
- Completed application form
- Original high school transcript
- Original high school diploma
- Original national ID (Tazkira or passport)
- Original score report for either TOEFL or IELTS
Transfer students from other post-secondary institutions must also provide:
- Transfer application form accompanied by an essay
- Transcript of previous post-secondary courses
All documents must be original. The Admissions Office staff will verify these documents, make copies, and return them to the applicant.
If the applicant qualifies for admission, he or she will be notified by the Admissions Office via email or phone. In order to matriculate, the applicant must accept the offer of admission, in writing, and pay a 25,000 Afghanis (AFN) non-refundable deposit when applicable. The deposit will be credited to the student’s course fees for the semester. Prospective students and applicants should verify payment details and deadlines with the Admissions Office.
Once admitted to the Undergraduate Program, each student will be tested on English writing, mathematics, and computer literacy. Students will be placed into classes appropriate for their proficiency in these fields. Some students may be required to take one or more non-credit remedial courses.
Applicants not eligible for undergraduate admission based on their English language proficiency will be placed in the Foundation Studies Program (FSP). Applications for the FSP must be received by the date published by the Admissions Office. The FSP is designed to refine listening, speaking, and reading skills, and to improve writing ability and other skills so that the student will be successful in undergraduate courses.