Quick Summary
Based in Zouk Mosbeh, Lebanon, Notre Dame University-Louaize is a private, non-profit, catholic with roots dating back to 1987. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7200 students including 8% from outside Lebanon. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Engineering, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
U.S. accredited institution in Lebanon offering high-quality American-style education with competitive tuition rates and strong regional rankings.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesEngineeringArchitectureLiberal Arts
Founded1987
TypePrivate, Non-profit, Catholic
Total Students7200
Intl Students8%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusSuburban
Campus Size45,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNECHE (New England Commission of Higher Education), ABET (Engineering), ACBSP (Business)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
PhD Programs
Blended learning options available for specific graduate modules
Online Programs
Center for Applied Research in Education, Center for Digitization and Preservation, Water, Energy and Environment Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NECHE (New England Commission of Higher Education), ABET (Engineering), ACBSP (Business)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA
SATRequired (EBRW + Math)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit SAT scores early; focus on the personal statement and extracurricular involvement; check for specific department portfolios for Architecture and Design.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$12,000/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$7,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$14,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$19,600/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableMerit Scholarships, Sibling Grants, Athletic Scholarships, Financial Aid
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable based on socio-economic status
Work-StudyAvailable for undergraduate students
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Graphic Design | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local and regional industries; mandatory internships in Engineering and Business
Industry Connections
Solid partnerships with Midis GroupDar Al-Handasahand various MENA regional firms
Notable Alumni
Cynthia Samuel, Various regional CEOs and parliamentary members
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor basketball courts, football pitch, fitness center, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 40 clubs including Robotics, Debate, Red Cross, and Entrepreneurship
Library Resources
Mariam and Youssef Library, extensive digital databases and rare manuscripts collection
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with universities in USA, Canada, and Europe
Summer Programs
Intensive language courses and specialized workshops