Quick Summary
Situated in Amman, Jordan, University of Petra is a private established in 1991. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 8200 students including 30% from outside Jordan. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Graphic Design, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UOP is recognized for its high graduate employability, prestigious international accreditations, and state-of-the-art campus facilities.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyPharmacologyGraphic DesignInformation TechnologyArchitecture
Founded1991
TypePrivate
Total Students8200
Intl Students30%
Faculty Ratio20:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size30 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationHEAC Jordan, ASIC (UK), ABET (Engineering & Computing), ACPE (Pharmacy)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
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, Higher Diplomas
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
Blended learning and distance education options available for select courses
Online Programs
Deanship of Scientific Research and Graduate Studies, Pharmaceutical Research Center
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
HEAC Jordan, ASIC (UK), ABET (Engineering & Computing), ACPE (Pharmacy)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit certified copies of high school transcripts; applicants for the Faculty of Pharmacy should apply early due to high demand.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Jordanian Dinar
UG Tuition
JOD4,600/yr
per year · JOD
Living Cost
JOD5,000/yr
per year · JOD
PG Tuition
JOD5,700/yr
per year · JOD
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
JOD9,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JOD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Higher Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Graphic Design | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong collaboration with the Jordanian pharmaceutical sector and local architectural firms
Notable Alumni
Prominent figures in Jordanian media, politics, and business
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor swimming pool, gym, football pitches, basketball courts
Student Clubs
Robotics Club, Debate Club, Arts and Crafts, Photography Club
Library Resources
Extensive library with 100,000+ volumes, access to major electronic research databases
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available