About
Near East University (NEU), located in Nicosia, Northern Cyprus, is one of the largest and most comprehensive private universities in the region. Established in 1988, it offers a wide range of academic programs across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. NEU is known for its modern campus, extensive research facilities, and multicultural student community, making it a popular choice for international students.
Why Choose Near East University?
Global Recognition:Accredited by international and regional bodies such as YÖK (Higher Education Council of Turkey), and recognized in many countries.
Ranked in the 801–1000 band globally by Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
Multicultural Environment:A student body of over 35,000 students from 100+ countries, offering a vibrant and diverse community.
Wide Range of Programs:Over 200 programs in English, covering fields like engineering, medicine, architecture, business, and more.
State-of-the-Art Facilities:Modern research centers, an extensive library, and advanced labs.
A fully equipped hospital and dental hospital for health sciences students.
Affordable Education:Competitive tuition fees and living costs compared to universities in Europe and North America.
Tuition Fees
Undergraduate: €5,600–€12,000 annually (varies by program).
Postgraduate: €3,000–€6,000 for the entire program.
Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy: Approx. €12,000–€15,000 per year.
Scholarships of 25%–50% are available for international students based on academic performance or financial need.
Highlights for International Students
Student Support Services:Visa guidance.
On-campus housing options.
Counseling and career services.
Research Opportunities:NEU invests heavily in research with centers focused on health, engineering, and technology.
Cultural Diversity:A wide range of student clubs and cultural events.
Accreditation and Partnerships
Recognized by WHO, UNESCO, and several medical and dental councils.
Collaborates with international universities for student exchange programs.
Institution Details
Founded
School ID
Ranking Number
Institution type
1988
801–1000th
Private
Cost and Duration
€50
Application fee
1.5 - 2 Years
Average Graduate program
4 Years
Average Undergraduate program
Starting from €500 / Month
Cost of living
Starts from €5,600.00
Gross tuition
English Proficiency
IELTS :
TOEFL :
Duolingo :
MOI :
5.5(UG) || 6.0(PG)
60+ iBT(UG) || 70+ iBT(PG)
Accepted
ESL :
Average Time to Receive Letter of Acceptance
January - April
May - August
September - December
Under 15 days
Under 20 days
25-30 days
Top Disciplines
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Business,Management and Economics
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Engineering and Technology
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Arts
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Other
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Features
The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.
Read more: https://www.eduventure.us/Cooperative education (or co-operative education) and internships are methods of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. A cooperative education experience ("co-op"), provides academic credit for structured job experience. Co-ops are full-time, paid or unpaid positions. Internships may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid positions.
See guidelines on working while studying here.
Even if students do NOT meet Conestoga's minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), they can still get conditionally accepted in the program of their choice with the condition of completing Conestoga's English program prior to starting their chosen program.
On-Campus Residence Accommodations
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First come first serve
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Price range:
On-campus residence facilities are offered to students at the Kitchener - Doon and Cambridge campuses, subject to availability. Students at other campuses must find off-campus or homestay placements.
For more information, please see the school's information page here
Off-Campus Accommodations
Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own, and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.
For additional information and resources, please see here
HOMESTAY
There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partner schools do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have comp
€500–€800 per Month
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Eduventure Services

GIC
Program
International Student GIC Program
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Bank account
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Air ticket support
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Accommodation support
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Airport pick up
Eduventure Services

GIC
Program
International Student GIC Program
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Bank account
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Air ticket support
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Accommodation support
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Airport pick up
Location
Programs
Tourism Management
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€6,000.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Nursing
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€12,000.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Pharmacy
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€5,600.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Information Systems
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€6,000.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Civil Engineering
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€5,600.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Mechanical Engineering
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€5,600.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Education Leadership
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€6,000.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50
Computer Science
Near East University
Earliest intake
Spring-25
Fall-25
Gross Tution
€5,600.00 / Year
Application Fee
€50