Habib University’s Equal Opportunity Program (HU EOP)

Habib University’s Equal Opportunity Program (HU EOP) initiative is a natural extension of HU’s mission to provide a world-class education to academically bright students in Pakistan irrespective of socio-economic, ethnic or religious background. Our commitment to ensuring equitable access to quality higher education shines clearly in the Equal Opportunity Program, awarding scholars with up 80% financial support for the duration of their time studying at Habib University.

The HU EOP program identifies brilliant students from all the Boards of Intermediate Education (BIE), Federal Board (FB), and Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU-EB), who have good academic standing and a passion for learning.
HU EOP scholars are awarded up to 80% financial support for the duration of the four-year undergraduate program of their choice at Habib University. they benefit from a prestigious education at a leading undergraduate institute, learning from distinguished mentors in a space uniquely suited to their advantage.

Admission Criteria

Who Can Apply?

All potential students who fulfill the following conditions can apply for  HU EOP upto 80% scholarship:

Graduated from or enrolled at the following boards:
- Any Board of Intermediate Education of Pakistan
- Federal Board of Pakistan
- Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU‐EB)
Have completed or will complete HSSC II by September, 2025.
Planning to pursue a four-year undergraduate program at Habib University.
Have scored:

AKUEB

Science groups70% or above in SSC (Matric)70% or above in HSSC (Intermediate)
Other groups70% or above in SSC (Matric)70% or above in HSSC (Intermediate)

BOARD OF INTERMEDIATE, FEDERAL BOARD

Science groups75% or above in SSC (Matric)70% or above in HSSC (Intermediate)
Other groups70% or above in SSC (Matric)70% or above in HSSC (Intermediate)

Application & selection Process

The Five-step selection process for Habib University’s EOP:

Habib University’s Equal Opportunity Program has a five-step selection process as highlighted below:

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1	Register Register yourself for Habib University’s Equal Opportunity Program. Fill the admission application form, scan the required documents and upload them to our online portal. You will not be charged any admission application fee.
2	Apply Applicants will submit their Scholarship and Financial Aid applications along with the required supporting documents.
3	Prepare The applicants can choose to attend a free of cost HU EOP Prep Program specifically designed to help them prepare for the HU Entrance Examination. The Program will be organized on rolling basis. Participation is not mandatory.
4	Take test The applicants will take the HU Entrance Examination
5	Enroll at Habib University Admission to the reserved seats will be offered to the top-performing candidates who meet the required merit score. Tuition, laboratory and semester Registration fee for their four-year study at Habib University will be fully funded through scholarships and grants.

expenses covered

what the program will cover and not cover

HU EOP will waive the following expenses:

Habib University Admission Application Fee
HU EOP Prep Program Fee
Partial Tuition Fee to study a four-year undergraduate program  at Habib University

HU EOP will not cover the following expenses:

Non-refundable Enrolment Fees at the time of admission (subsidized for HU EOP students)
Security Deposit (Re-fundable)
Transport Fee
The expense for books, stationery and other learning resources needed as per programmatic needs
Cost of accommodation and living expenses if you are applying from outside Karachi
Membership fee for recreational facilities (students will pay this fee if they make use of the facilities)

HU EOP Timelines

Dates to look out for

Steps	January Series (Test Venue: Karachi)	February Series (Test Venue: Karachi)	March Series (Test Venue: Islamabad)	March Series (Test Venue: Karachi)	June Test-takers (Exam Venue: Karachi)
Deadline to Register for HU EOP	5^th January, 2025	21^st January, 2025	17^th February, 2025	18^th March, 2025	18^th June, 2025
Participate in the HU EOP Prep-Program	30^th December, 2024 to 3^rd January, 2025 (Prep Venue: Habib University)	27^th January, 2025 to 31^st January, 2025 (Prep Venue: Habib University)	27^th January, 2025 to 31^st January, 2025 (Prep Venue: Habib University)	24^th March, 2025 to 28^th March, 2025 (Prep Venue: Habib University)	23^rd – 27^th june, 2025
Take HU Admission Test	8^th, 9^th & 10^th January, 2025 onwards *	3^rd, 4^th & 6^th February, 2025 onwards *	6^th, 7^th & 8^th March, 2025 onwards *	7^th, 8^th & 9^th April, 2025 onwards *	30^th June, 1^st,2^nd & 3^rd July, 2025
Admission Interviews	3^rd/4^th week of January, 2025 onwards *	1^st/2^nd week of February, 2025 onwards *	2^nd week of March, 2025 onwards *	3^rd week of April, 2025 onwards *	7^th July, 2025 onwards *
Announcement of Result	Rolling basis	Rolling basis	Rolling basis	Rolling basis	Rolling basis
Attend HU New Student Orientation	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *
Start Attending Regular Classes for Fall 2025	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *	August, 2025 *

*Habib University reserves the right to change any date(s) in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Note: Applicants can only apply for one test series. Duplicate entries for multiple series will result in disqualification. Applicants who have already applied and gone through the admissions process can not apply again.

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