Quick Summary
Private in Zarqa, Jordan — Zarqa University, est. 1994. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9200 students including 18% from outside Jordan. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Computer Science, Nursing, it maintains an acceptance rate of 78%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the first private university in the Zarqa region, offering specialized technical and medical programs with relatively affordable tuition fees.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyComputer ScienceNursingBusiness Administration
Founded1994
TypePrivate
Total Students9200
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusSuburban
Campus Size350 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationAccreditation and Quality Assurance Commission for Higher Education Institutions (AQACHEI) Jordan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
Not Available
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Higher Diploma
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
Blended learning available for specific graduate courses
Online Programs
Energy Research Center, Pharmaceutical Research Center, Information Technology Center
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission for Higher Education Institutions (AQACHEI) Jordan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate78%
IELTS5
TOEFL61
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
Ensure high school certificate equivalence is certified by the Jordanian Ministry of Higher Education; apply early for the Pharmacy faculty due to high demand.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Jordanian Dinar
UG Tuition
JD2,260/yr
per year · JOD
Living Cost
JD3,900/yr
per year · JOD
PG Tuition
JD3,400/yr
per year · JOD
Application Fee
$70
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
JD6,210/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JOD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Higher Diploma programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Software Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Finance | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Zarqa Free Zone and various industrial pharmaceutical companies.
Notable Alumni
Members of the Jordanian Parliament and regional business leaders.
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor sports hall, football fields, fitness center
Student Clubs
IT Club, Arts and Music Club, Debate Society, Scientific Research Club
Library Resources
Extensive physical library with over 160,000 volumes and access to IEEE and ProQuest databases.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana Exchange Program
Summer Programs
Available