Near East University is a private university in Nicosia, North Cyprus.
Key facts about Near East University
- Location: Nicosia, North Cyprus – North Cyprus universities admit international students directly, without a central entrance exam.
- Language of instruction: the programs we list here are taught in Turkish and English. Each program in the table below shows its language.
- Admission: usually based on your high school diploma and transcripts; many programs offer tuition discounts for international students.
- Tuition and deposits: see current fees for every program in the table below, or compare them with other universities in our program search.
About Near East University
Near East University (NEU) was founded in Nicosia in 1988 by Suat Günsel. It is a private university, and today it is one of the largest universities in North Cyprus. According to the university, it has 19 faculties, 8 institutes, 4 vocational schools and 28 research centres, and its students come from more than 130 countries.
NEU is best known for health sciences. It has its own Near East University Hospital, a dentistry hospital and an animal hospital. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027, NEU is placed in the 501–550 band.
Popular programs for international students
NEU offers many bachelor’s programs in both English and Turkish. These English-taught programs are often chosen by international students:
- Medicine (6 years, English)
- Dentistry (5 years, English)
- Pharmacy (5 years, English)
- Veterinary Medicine (5 years, English)
- Nursing (4 years, English)
- Software Engineering (4 years, English)
- Artificial Intelligence Engineering (4 years, English)
- Architecture (4 years, English)
Compare programs and fees in the table on this page or in our program search. See also our guide to studying in North Cyprus.
Campus and student life
The main campus is on Near East Boulevard, a few kilometres outside central Nicosia. It has dormitories, a large library, an Olympic indoor swimming pool, a sports tower, a culture and congress centre, and museums such as the Cyprus Car Museum. The International Office helps new students with airport arrival, residence permits, health insurance and housing. Students can join clubs and national student associations, for example for Pakistani, Nigerian and Sudanese students.
Frequently asked questions
Is Near East University recognized?
NEU is authorized by YÖDAK, the higher education authority of North Cyprus, and it is recognized by YÖK, the Council of Higher Education in Turkey. However, North Cyprus is recognized as a state only by Turkey. This means recognition of your degree in other countries depends on each country’s own rules. Before you enroll, check with the education ministry or degree-recognition office in your home country, especially for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and law.
Does Near East University teach in English?
Yes. Most popular programs, including Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, engineering and Psychology, are offered in English. Many programs also have a Turkish version, and some (for example the Law LLB) are taught only in Turkish. Students who need to improve their English can start with an English preparatory year.
How do I apply to Near East University?
Choose a program in the table on this page and press Apply, or request a free consultation. An advisor will check your documents and help you with the application.
Does Near East University offer scholarships for international students?
Yes. For 2025–2026, the university’s official fee page says that up to a 50% scholarship is offered to international students in all departments except Medicine and Dentistry, and it lists special scholarships for Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine. Scholarship rules can change each year, so an advisor will confirm the current offer for your program.
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Choose a program from the list on this page and press Apply to create your free student account, or request a free consultation and an advisor will check your documents, scholarship options and deadlines with you. You can also compare Near East University with our other partner universities or read our step-by-step application guide.