Quick Summary
An-Najah National University, in Nablus, Palestine, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1977. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 23500 students including 2.5% from outside Palestine. Known for strengths in Medicine, Engineering, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the largest and most prestigious national university in Palestine, offering internationally accredited programs and unique medical facilities.
Subject Strengths
MedicineEngineeringPharmacyChemistryComputer Science
Founded1977
TypePublic
Total Students23500
Intl Students2.5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus SizeLarge
Affiliated HospitalsAn-Najah National University Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Palestine), ABET (Engineering), ASIIN, HCERES
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
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, Master's, PhD, Professional Diplomas
Programs
PhD in Chemistry, PhD in Physics, PhD in Mathematics, PhD in Learning and Teaching
PhD Programs
Blended learning available via e-Learning Center
Online Programs
Energy Research Center, Water and Environmental Studies Institute, An-Najah Bio-Sciences Unit, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Palestine), ABET (Engineering), ASIIN, HCERES
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3.0/4.0 or 80% (Tawjihi)
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Entry is highly competitive for the Faculty of Medicine; ensure your General Secondary School Exam (Tawjihi) score is above 95% for top-tier health programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Jordanian Dinar
UG Tuition
JOD2,700/yr
per year · JOD
Living Cost
JOD3,550/yr
per year · JOD
PG Tuition
JOD3,200/yr
per year · JOD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
JOD6,285/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JOD
Scholarships AvailablePresidential Scholarship, Scientific Excellence Scholarship, Financial Aid for Orphans, Hani Qaddumi Foundation
Avg Scholarship$1,800
Financial AidAvailable through the Student Fund and local endowments
Work-StudyAvailable for registered students in administrative and library sectors
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Professional Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Medicine (MD) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Information Technology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Accounting | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementGuaranteed clinical rotations at An-Najah Hospital; Engineering internships via Paltel and CCC
Industry Connections
Palestine Telecommunications (Paltel)Bank of PalestineConsolidated Contractors Company (CCC)
Notable Alumni
Rami Hamdallah, Sabri Saidam, Adnan Majeed
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor multi-purpose stadium, Olympic swimming pool, fitness centers
Student Clubs
Debate Club, IEEE Student Branch, Red Crescent Volunteers, Music and Arts Club
Library Resources
600,000+ volumes, access to major electronic databases (ScienceDirect, JSTOR)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE)
Summer Programs
Arabic for Non-Native Speakers, International Voluntary Summer Camp