Study abroad at Jordan

Overview
Population
11,516,000
Universities
34
Language
Arabic, English
Currency
Jordanian dinar
Why study at Jordan
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is widely recognized as a premier regional beacon for higher education and healthcare excellence in the Middle East. Home to top-ranked universities (such as University of Jordan, Jordan University of Science and Technology - JUST, and Princess Sumaya University for Technology), Jordan offers world-class, internationally accredited degrees in Human Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Arabic for Non-Native Speakers. International students enjoy a peaceful, safe, welcoming society, modern infrastructure, and straightforward admission procedures.
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Fees
Tuition fees in Jordanian public universities for international students (Parallel / International Track) are charged per credit hour in Jordanian Dinars or US Dollars. For undergraduate programs: Medicine and Dentistry range from JOD 175 to JOD 350 per credit hour (approx. $7,000–$14,000 per year). Pharmacy, Nursing, and Engineering range between JOD 70 and JOD 140 per credit hour ($3,000–$6,000 per year). IT, Business, and Humanities range between JOD 50 and JOD 100 per credit hour ($2,000–$4,000 per year). Living costs average JOD 350 to JOD 600 per month.
Cost of Living
| Category | Cost (Jordanian dinar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed furnished apartment in Amman (near universities) | JD335 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in Irbid / Zarqa | JD200 |
| Utilities (electricity, water, heating/gas) | JD58 |
| Internet (fiber optic high-speed unlimited) | JD23 |
| Mobile phone plan (high data & calls) | JD14 |
| Monthly transport (BRT Amman Bus & taxis) | JD40 |
| Monthly grocery basket | JD180 |
| Coffee / Beverage in café | JD3 |
| Cinema ticket | JD7 |
| Monthly gym membership | JD35 |
Admission requirements
Secondary School Certificate & Ministry Equivalency (Tawjihi)
Original high school graduation diploma (Tawjihi, IGCSE, SAT, or Arab certificate) attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and obtaining the official equivalency certificate from the Jordanian Ministry of Education.
Medical Fitness & Security Clearance
Medical fitness certificate (free of infectious diseases) and routine institutional security verification handled through university international relations.
Student Visa
International students enter Jordan on a tourist/entry visa and are issued an Annual Student Residence Permit (Iqama) through the Ministry of Interior upon enrollment. The university provides an official registration certificate and coordinates with the security authorities and residency directorate to ensure smooth issuance and renewal of residency.
How to Study
Search degree programs and choose your accredited university in Jordan.
Submit your application via the university's online international admission portal.
Obtain high school certificate equivalency from the Jordanian Ministry of Education.
Receive your official Letter of Admission and pay the credit hour registration deposit.
Travel to Jordan, complete on-campus medical screening and registration.
Finalize your annual student residency permit through the university student affairs office.