Girne American University

🎓 First private university in Northern Cyprus (founded 1985); 71+ undergraduate and 60+ graduate programmes.

🌍 22,000+ students from 135+ countries, among the most diverse campuses in the Eastern Mediterranean.

✈️ Only DGCA-authorised flight training organisation in Northern Cyprus with internationally recognised licences.

🔧 ABET-accredited engineering (Computer, Industrial, Electrical-Electronics) plus IACBE-accredited business.

🏖️ 96-acre Mediterranean campus in Kyrenia, 1 km from the beach, with a TechnoPark research building.

🎯 50% unconditional tuition scholarship for all accepted international students.

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at Girne American University is approximately EUR 6,000. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at Girne American University is approximately EUR 8,000.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at Girne American University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

Girne American University is accredited by the Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council (YÖDAK) and the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), Turkey.

We have not been able to confirm what percentage of students from Girne American University are employed after graduation. However, Northern Cyprus does not offer post-study work rights for international students, so graduates can only remain employed if they obtain employer sponsorship, which is relatively limited and very competitive.

We do not have any courses from Girne American University that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

Girne American University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• Northern Cyprus student visa and residence permit guidance through the International Student Affairs office

• Merit-based tuition scholarships available for international students based on academic achievement

• Academic advising, tutoring, and English language support for students across all faculties

• On-campus student dormitories with furnished accommodation, dining facilities, and recreational areas

• Career development workshops, employer networking, and internship connections through the GAU Career Centre

We have not been able to identify any rankings for Girne American University

International students are not permitted to stay back to work or look for work after graduating from Girne American University in Northern Cyprus.

International students at Girne American University can work up to 24 hours per week in Northern Cyprus. A separate work permit is required. International students must wait for their student permit and then obtain a work permit to work; and are restricted from working in the entertainment industry.