Quick Summary
Situated in Famagusta, North Cyprus, Eastern Mediterranean University is a state established in 1979. Ranked #611-620 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16000 students including 80% from outside North Cyprus. Known for strengths in Tourism & Hospitality Management, Petroleum Engineering, Business & Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
EMU offers a global education environment with students from over 110 countries and boasts international accreditations recognized worldwide.
Subject Strengths
Tourism & Hospitality ManagementPetroleum EngineeringBusiness & EconomicsArchitecture
Founded1979
TypeState
Total Students16000
Intl Students80%
Faculty Ratio14:1
CampusUrban/Residential
Campus Size2200 acres
Affiliated Hospitals1
AccreditationABET,AACSB,NAAB,ASIIN,AQAS,FIBAA,TEDQUAL,TPRECD
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#611-620
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601β800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
108
Programs
35
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
30
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ABET,AACSB,NAAB,ASIIN,AQAS,FIBAA,TEDQUAL,TPRECD
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6.0
TOEFL75
Min GPA2.5/4.0
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early application significantly increases the chances of receiving 50% or 100% tuition scholarships based on academic merit.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$8,500/yr
per year Β· USD
Living Cost
$6,000/yr
per year Β· USD
PG Tuition
$12,500/yr
per year Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$14,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,250
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 108 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
MicrosoftCiscoMarriott InternationalTurkish Airlines
Notable Alumni
Mehmet Ali Talat,TΓΌlin Εahin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stadium,Indoor Sports Complex,Tennis Courts,Olympic Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
52
Library Resources
Electronic access to over 10,000 journals and 150,000 physical books.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP)
Summer Programs
Available