Quick Summary
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik is a private, catholic founded in 1938, located in Jounieh, Lebanon. Ranked #565 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7200 students including 6% from outside Lebanon. Known for strengths in Architecture, Business Administration, Theology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines American accreditation standards with French educational heritage in a secure, beautiful coastal location.
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureBusiness AdministrationTheologyMusicAgricultural Sciences
Founded1938
TypePrivate, Catholic
Total Students7200
Intl Students6%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusCoastal / Urban
Campus Size20 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationWSCUC (USA), EVALAG (Germany), ABET, AACSB Candidate
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#565
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional Certificates
Programs
Philosophy,Theology,Music,History,Business Administration,Engineering
PhD Programs
Executive MBA,Digital Learning Certifications
Online Programs
Center for Ethics and Bioethics,Latin American Studies and Cultures Center,Digital Lab
Research Centers
High
Research Output
WSCUC (USA), EVALAG (Germany), ABET, AACSB Candidate
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate68%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1050
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early applications are encouraged; international students should verify degree equivalence with the Lebanese Ministry of Education.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$12,500/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$7,000/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$14,200/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$19,550/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableMerit-based,Sports,Need-based,Brotherhood Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Graphic Design | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
CMA CGMBeirut Digital DistrictBank AudiTechnogroup
Notable Alumni
Michel Suleiman,Majida El Roumi,Ibrahim Maalouf
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Basketball Court,Football Pitch,Indoor Gym,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Red Cross Club,Debate Club,Music & Arts Club,Engineering Society
Library Resources
Largest private library in Lebanon,Heritage Conservation Center,Oriental Manuscripts Collection
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,USA exchange,European University Alliances
Summer Programs
Available