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1.3.1 - Does your university as a body have targets to admit students who fall into the bottom 20% of household income group (or a more tightly defined target) in the country? |
Institutional Commitment to Inclusive Admissions
Termiz State University maintains a targeted admission framework aimed at expanding access to higher education for students from economically disadvantaged households, particularly those facing substantial financial barriers to university enrolment.
The university implements social admission quotas and additional state-funded grant opportunities in accordance with the national higher education framework, including Resolution No. 402 of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan, dated 23 June 2020, as amended. These provisions establish admission opportunities for eligible applicants from socially vulnerable households, including women from families identified through national social protection mechanisms.
Admission Targets and Implementation
The university's published social admission framework documents numerical admission quotas for disadvantaged applicants, including 155 designated places for the 2024/2025 academic year. These targeted admission arrangements form part of the university's commitment to improving participation among students facing poverty-related barriers.
According to the latest institutional reporting, the number of students from the targeted economically disadvantaged groups increased by 30%, reaching 200 students, compared with the preceding year. This growth reflects increased participation by students from households requiring additional social and financial assistance.
Expanded Financial Support
To complement its admission arrangements, Termiz State University increased expenditure on financial and welfare assistance for economically disadvantaged students by approximately 40% compared with the previous year reaching to UZS 1 582 000 000 from UZS 1130 000 000.
This additional expenditure supports student stipends, dormitory accommodation, transportation and food assistance. The measures are intended to reduce the financial barriers associated with university attendance and help students continue their studies.
Institutional Commitment and Monitoring
Termiz State University continues to implement its social admission arrangements through established national eligibility procedures and institutional admission practices. The university monitors participation among economically disadvantaged students and the resources allocated to supporting them, providing a basis for evaluating progress in widening access to higher education.
These measures demonstrate an ongoing institutional approach to improving educational opportunities for students experiencing financial disadvantage and advancing SDG 1: No Poverty.
