Quick Summary
Situated in Amman, Jordan, Al-Ahliyya Amman University is a private established in 1990. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7850 students including 48% from outside Jordan. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Architecture, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the pioneer of private education in Jordan, offering high-ranking programs and a vibrant international community.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyArchitectureEngineeringBusinessInformation Technology
Founded1990
TypePrivate
Total Students7850
Intl Students48%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusSuburban
Campus Size200,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsJordan Hospital,Al-Istishari Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Scientific Research Jordan,ABET,ACPE,ASIC,ECCE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
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
Bachelor's Degrees,Master's Degrees,Higher Diplomas
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
E-learning support for various courses,Blended Learning programs
Online Programs
Hourani Center for Applied Scientific Research,Cloud Computing Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research Jordan,ABET,ACPE,ASIC,ECCE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL500
Min GPA2.0 (varies by major, minimum 60% in Tawjihi)
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 Tawjihi or equivalent certificates early. International students should ensure their documents are attested by the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Jordanian Dinar
UG Tuition
JOD5,320/yr
per year · JOD
Living Cost
JOD4,255/yr
per year · JOD
PG Tuition
JOD6,735/yr
per year · JOD
Application Fee
$140
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
JOD9,675/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JOD
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Excellence Scholarship,Sports Scholarship,Sibling Discount,Creative Talent Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$3,000
Financial AidAvailable for needy students through institutional funds.
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's Degrees,Master's Degrees,Higher Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Cyber Security | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory internships for Pharmacy and Engineering programs with leading regional firms.
Industry Connections
Hikma PharmaceuticalsMS PharmaOrange JordanZain Jordan
Notable Alumni
Various regional business leaders,Members of Jordan's House of Representatives
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool,Indoor Gymnasium,Football Stadium,Basketball Courts
Student Clubs
Robotics Club,Drama Club,Debate Club,IEEE Student Branch,Red Crescent Club
Library Resources
Central Library,The Arena Library,Digital Library Access,Research Repositories
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Institutional bilateral agreements with UK and US universities
Summer Programs
Arabic Language for Non-Native Speakers,Intensive IT Training