Northern Cyprus is one of the most underrated study destinations in the region: a sunny Mediterranean island where almost everything is taught in English. Our catalogue covers 9 universities and around 1,152 programs there, with tuition from about €1,250 a year. Here is the complete guide.
Why study in Northern Cyprus
It is a genuinely English-medium environment, so you do not need Turkish to study or settle in. Add a warm Mediterranean climate, beaches a short drive from campus, a large and welcoming international student community, low living costs, and degrees that follow the European Bologna system. Several universities are internationally accredited and QS-ranked, which makes the island a strong value-for-money choice.
The 9 universities at a glance
| University | Founded | Programs | English-taught | From (tuition/yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Near East University | 1988 | 487 | 212 | €1,254 |
| Eastern Mediterranean University | 1979 | 138 | 116 | $2,222 |
| Cyprus International University | 1997 | 134 | 134 | €1,250 |
| European University of Lefke | 1990 | 115 | 1 | €2,300 |
| University of Kyrenia | 2013 | 86 | 54 | €1,254 |
| Cyprus Aydin University | 2013 | 80 | 42 | $1,650 |
| Final International University | 2015 | 60 | 45 | $1,790 |
| Cyprus Health And Social Sciences University | 2016 | 51 | 23 | $2,000 |
| Bahcesehir Cyprus University | 2017 | 1 | 1 | $1,490 |
Tuition is the lowest published starting fee per year; “English-taught” is the number of programs offered fully in English. Click any university to open its full profile, campus and programs.
A few that stand out
- Near East University is the giant of the island, with 487 programs and 212 taught in English, its own hospital, and a sprawling campus near Nicosia.
- Eastern Mediterranean University is the flagship state university in Famagusta, QS-ranked and ABET-accredited, with strong engineering and a long international track record.
- Cyprus International University is the most affordable entry point, with English-taught programs from about €1,250 a year.
- University of Kyrenia is known for its maritime and aviation focus, by the sea in Kyrenia.
How much does it cost?
Northern Cyprus is one of the best-value destinations we cover. Tuition starts from about €1,250 a year and most universities sit between €1,250 and €4,000, with the largest names a little higher. Living costs are low, roughly $400 to $600 a month. Scholarships and sibling or cash-payment discounts cut the price further; see them in our programs explorer and our scholarships and tuition guide. For the absolute lowest fees anywhere, compare our cheapest universities roundup.
Popular programs
Because the island is so English-friendly, almost any field is open to international students. Popular master’s choices include an MBA or Business Administration, Computer Engineering, International Relations, Architecture and Psychology, all available on the island in English.
How to choose
With nine universities, weigh accreditation, language, campus and cost together. Our post on how to choose the right university and major helps, and our Study in Türkiye guide covers admission, visa and residence for the island too.
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