Study in Cyprus
Public universities teach mainly in Greek. Private universities teach in English and admit directly, all year.
Corinia finds the universities in Cyprus that fit your record and checks the exact requirements of each programme you choose. Get started free
How to apply
Choose public or private
The public universities admit most students through the Pancyprian exams, with some places for international applicants on the basis of GCE A-levels or equivalent. Private universities admit on your school diploma.
Apply directly
Applications go to each university. Private universities accept them on a rolling basis.
Prove your English or Greek
English-taught degrees ask for IELTS or an equivalent. Greek-taught degrees need Greek.
Arrange your visa if needed
Non-EU students receive an entry permit through the university before travelling.
Cost
EU students pay no tuition for Greek-taught bachelor’s degrees at public universities. Private universities set their own fees, with medicine the most expensive.
Language
Greek at public universities, English at private ones.
Good to know
Medicine in English at the private universities attracts students from across Europe and the Middle East.
Official sources: Higher Education in Cyprus
Universities Corinia covers in Cyprus
Corinia matches you against these, then checks the exact programme on the university’s own pages.
- Cyprus University of TechnologyLimassol
- University of CyprusNicosia
- European University CyprusNicosia
- University of NicosiaNicosia
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