Near East university

Near East University (NEU) is a prominent higher education institution located in Northern Cyprus. Established in 1988, NEU has grown to become one of the leading universities in the region, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields of study.

Overview of Near East University

• Near East University is a private university, located in Nicosia, the capital of Northern Cyprus, specifically in the University City area.
• The university was founded in 1988.
• It is located in a very active area surrounded by many restaurants, cafes, and shops.
• Various transportation is available to and from campus.
•  The campus provides on- and off-campus student housing, including university apartments and private residences.

Mission and vision of Near East university

Mission

The mission of Near East University is to provide high-quality education that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and innovation. The university aims to contribute to the development of society by equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their chosen fields. NEU emphasizes research, community service, and the promotion of cultural understanding, aiming to prepare graduates who can meet the challenges of the globalized world.

Vision

The vision of Near East University is to be a leading institution in higher education and research, recognized nationally and internationally for its academic excellence and innovative contributions. NEU aspires to create a dynamic learning environment that encourages personal and professional growth, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, and addresses global issues through research and community engagement.

Near East University in numbers

• It provides a total of 196 undergraduate programs and 240 graduate and PhD programs.
• Receive more than 28.000 international students from more than 143 countries around the world.
• It includes 20 colleges
• 6 institutes
• 4 vocational schools
• 28 various centers for research and scientific studies.

Near East University ranking globally and locally

• Near East University global ranking: 1215.
• Local ranking among Cypriot universities: 2

Near East University specializations

Near East University (NEU) offers many academic programs in different fields, including:

• Medicine and pharmacy
• Engineering and technology
• Humanities and Social Sciences
• the law
• Administrative and economic sciences
• Education
• Arts and design
• Mathematical and computer sciences
• Biological and agricultural sciences
• Communication and media

Faculties 

• Faculty of Human Medicine.
• Faculty of Dentistry.
• College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Faculty of Pharmacy.
• College of Engineering.
• Faculty of Architecture.
• College of Communications.
• College of Fine Arts and Design.
• Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences.
• College of Arts and Sciences.
• College of Health Sciences.
• Faculty of Nursing.
• College of Education.
• Faculty of Tourism.
• College of Sports Sciences.
• Faculty of Law.
• College of Agriculture.
• College of Sharia.
• College of Structural and Environmental Engineering.
• College of Open and Distance Education.

Vocational schools

• School of Professional Justice.
• Vocational School of Health Sciences.
• Professional School of Tourism and Hotel Management.
• Vocational school.

Schools:

• Turkish language preparation school.
• English language preparation school.

Institutes:

• Institute of higher education
• Institute of Forensic Sciences.
• Institute of Molecular Medicine.
• Institute of Occupational Health and Safety.
• Institute of Cardiac Sciences.
• Neurological Institute.

Research centers at Near East University

• DESAM Research Institute
• Near East Institute
• Lifelong Learning Centre
• Research and applications centers
• Center for Experimental Animal Research

Campus at Near East University

One of the features of Near East University is the campus, which is characterized by modernity and distinctive architectural design.

It includes 

• A Comprehensive library
• the Ataturk Cultural Center
• Halls for conferences and celebrations.
• Triangular amphitheater
• Laboratories
• Workshops
• Computer centers
• Cultural centers
• Indoor Olympic swimming pool 
• Other social and sports centers affiliated with the university. 

Accreditation and recognition of Near East University

• Native American Board (NAAB).
• European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education (ENAEE).
• Turkish Board of Higher Education (YÖK).
• Educational Excellence Membership (EDEXCEL).
• European Public Relations and Research Center (EUPRERA).
• Membership in the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP).
• European Quality Class for Engineering (EUR-ACE).
• European Association for Quality in Higher Education (ENQA)
• International Network of Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE).
• Accreditation Agency for Study Programs in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Mathematics (ASIIN).
• International Business Administration Accreditation Organization (FIBAA).
• Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
• Association for the Evaluation and Accreditation of Teacher Education Programs (EPDAD).
• European University Association (EUA).
• International Association of Universities (IAU).
•  Association of Federation of Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW).

Awards obtained by the Near East University

• European Community Best Apps Award 2013 in Vienna.
• Excellence and Quality Award for University Hospital.
• Award from the American Congress of the Near East University.
• The Near East University won the Global Business Excellence Award in Dubai.
• The Socrates Prize was awarded to the university's founder, Suat Günsel, in 2013.
• Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Near East University, Associate Professor Dr. Irfan Suad Günsel, received the Best University Award in the Gold Classification in 2013.
• In 2013, Near East University Hospital received the Gold Quality Award.
• The Leadership Summit Award was won by Dr. Irfan Suat Günsel in Italy.
• The Near East University Hospital Success Award was obtained in Switzerland.
• Entrepreneurship Award won by Near East University Hospital in Dubai.

Advantages of studying at Near East University

• English is the primary language of study at Near East University, so it is preferred by foreign students who do not speak Turkish.
• The university strives to improve the quality of education, develop educational curricula, and provide the best educational and training environment for students. 
• The university is keen to provide practical training and practical experience opportunities for students, to enable them to compete successfully in the local and international labor market.
• Providing social and cultural activities and arranging parties, events, and new activities every year to enhance the social and cultural life of students and enhance communication between them.
• Providing a comprehensive and integrated education as it has a highly qualified teaching staff with extensive experience in its various fields.
• The university has 28 research centers specialized in various fields, such as the Applied Artificial Intelligence Research Center and the Ataturk Research Center, to enhance scientific research and develop knowledge in various fields of specialization.
• Reasonable tuition fees for international students.
• It offers education of the highest standards at affordable prices in Europe or the Middle East and features state-of-the-art facilities.
• It has a university hospital that is considered one of the most advanced educational research centers in the region, providing health care at the highest level and working to develop medical technology and improve the quality of health services.

Student exchange programs at Near East University

The Erasmus student exchange program at Near East University offers a unique opportunity for students to study at many universities around the world. The university receives students from more than 143 different countries. In addition, student certificates in the specializations of medicine, dentistry, nursing, and engineering at Near East University are valid in all countries.

The university has cooperation with many countries and receives students within the training exchange program from the universities of 

• Germany
• Azerbaijan
• Brazil
• The Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Morocco
• Croatia
• Italy
• Spain (Catalonia)
• Sweden
• Hungary
• Macedonia
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Russia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Ukraine

Language of study at Near East university

English is considered the primary language of instruction at Near East University, in addition to the Turkish language in some specializations.

The most attractive specializations at Near East University are:

• Human medicine
• Dentistry
• Pharmacy
• Software engineering
• Computer engineering.

Postgraduate studies at Near East University

Near East University offers many postgraduate programs in different specializations in both languages:  Turkish and English.

These specializations include:

• Clinical pharmacy
• Phytotherapy
• Molecular medicine
• Medical biology 
• Genetics
• Medical Microbiology
• Biomedical engineering
• Architectural engineering
• Civil engineering. 
• Physical Engineering
• Interior Architecture
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 
• Mechanical Engineering
• Information Systems Engineering
• Chemistry.

Student clubs at Near East University

University life at the Near East University is not limited to education and study only, but the university organizes events, festivals, conferences, and dialogue seminars in many disciplines and cultural, engineering, architectural, legal, sports, and economic issues.

These student clubs include:

• Student Scientific Research Club
• Health club
• Private education club
• Psychology club
• Arts Club
• Cinema club
• Mathematical Sciences Club (SBK)
• Social Work Club
• Theater club
• Veterinary club.
• Perfectionist Thought Club.
• Nutrition Club.
• Behavioral and Educational Sciences Club.
• Dental Students Club.
• Nature Club.
• Pharmacy Students Club.
• Physiotherapy club.
• Culinary Arts Club.
•  Genetics Club.
• Fenerbahce Youth Club.
•  Recycling club.
• Photography club.
• Nursing club
•  Law Club
• Communications Club 
• Red Crescent Club.
• North Cyprus Medical Students Association.
• Architecture Club.
• Music club.
• Audio Club
• Shooting club

International cooperation agreements at the Near East University

The Near East University has signed more than 50 joint cooperation protocols with different universities, including:

• A cooperation protocol was with Abdullah Gul University in 2016
• A cooperation protocol with  Ağrı Ibrahim Gegen University since 2016
• A cooperation protocol with Akdeniz University since 2016.
• A cooperation protocol with  Aksaray University in 2008.
• A cooperation protocol with  Ankara University in 1993.
• The cooperation protocol with Bartin University since 2016.
• A cooperation protocol with Bayport University in 2016.
• The cooperation protocol with Istanbul University in 2016.

Application requirements for Near East university

We can divide the application requirements at Near East University into 2 portions:

1. Documents required for Bachelor application:

• copy of academic transcript and course description
• Copy of passport 
• Personal photo.
• Certified and translated high school diploma (baccalaureate - Tawjihi).
• If the high school has not been completed, a translated and notarized certificate of the last semester must be submitted.
• Certificates of passing English or Turkish language tests, such as TÖMER, TOEFL, or IELTS.
• Submitting additional papers and certificates that may qualify the student to obtain a discount on tuition fees, if available.

2. Documents required for Master/PhD application:

• Copy of Undergraduate/Master’s diploma
• Transcript
• English Proficiency Results/Certificates (If taken)
• Copy of passport
• passport size photos
• 2 reference letters
• Curriculum Vitae
• All these documents should be officially translated into English or Turkish. 

Near East university tuition fees

Near East university tuition fees may vary according to many factors such as

• Study programs ( bachelor's - master - PhD)
• Language of study 
• Study major 

Program name	College	University degree	Annual fees $	Language of study
Public relations and advertising	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Petroleum and natural gas	Engineering	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Political science	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Interior architecture	College of Wholesale Arts and Design	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Radio, television and cinema	Faculty of Communication	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Physical therapy and rehabilitation	College of Health Studies	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Nutrition and diet	College of Health Studies	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Human resources management	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Gastronomy and culinary arts	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
European Union relations	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Economy	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Business Administration	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
business management	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Banking and Finance	Economics and administrative sciences	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Special education teacher	College of Education	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
psychology	College of Education	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Tourism and hotel management	Tourism and hotel management	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Pharmacy	Pharmacy	Bachelor's degree	2665	English
Medicine	Medicine	Bachelor's degree	10330	English

Scholarships at Near East university

Near East University (NEU) offers various scholarship opportunities for both domestic and international students. These scholarships are designed to support students in their educational pursuits and can cover tuition fees, accommodation, or other expenses. 

The most important 2 Near East university scholarships are:

1. International Student Scholarships

Designed specifically for international students to encourage diversity and global representation within the student body.

2. Sports Scholarships

Available for students who excel in sports and can contribute to the university's athletic programs.

How will New Horizons help you to be accepted into Near East University?

• Guiding students to choose the appropriate specialization for them.
• Providing free admission service. Scholarships and partial discounts.
• Arranging the reception of students and their families from the airport and transporting them to their place of residence.
• Providing special packages and offers to facilitate students’ adaptation to academic and daily life in Türkiye.
• Providing letters of support to Turkish embassies to assist in obtaining entry visas for students.

Conclusion

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