Quick Summary
Public in Tripoli, Libya — University of Tripoli, est. 1955. The institution enrolls approximately 75000 students, with 1.5% being international. Known for strengths in Medicine, Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
As the oldest and largest university in Libya, it offers the most comprehensive range of academic disciplines and has a strong legacy in technical and medical education.
Subject Strengths
MedicineEngineeringPetroleum EngineeringInformation Technology
Founded1955
TypePublic
Total Students75000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio32
CampusUrban
Campus Size250
Affiliated HospitalsTripoli Medical Center, Central Hospital Tripoli
AccreditationNational Center for Quality Assurance and Accreditation (Libya)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Solar Energy Studies Center, Biotechnology Research Center, Center for Engineering Consultation
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
National Center for Quality Assurance and Accreditation (Libya)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily based on the National High School Certificate (Thanawiya Amma) scores; specific faculty exams may be required for Medicine and Engineering.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Libyan Dinar
UG Tuition
LD1,200/yr
per year · LYD
Living Cost
LD19,500/yr
per year · LYD
PG Tuition
LD5,800/yr
per year · LYD
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
LD20,775/yr
tuition + living + essentials · LYD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Information Technology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
Not Available
Average Salary After Graduation
Not Available
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementAvailable through partnerships with the National Oil Corporation and local hospitals.
Industry Connections
National Oil Corporation (NOC)Libyan Post and Telecommunication Company
Notable Alumni
Abdurrahim El-Keib, Mahmoud Jibril
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stadium, Indoor Sports Hall, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Student Union, Scientific Societies, Arts and Culture Club
Library Resources
Central University Library, specialized faculty libraries with digital archives
Exchange Programs
Limited Erasmus+ partnerships
Summer Programs
Not Available