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Interior architecture

Deadline: 3/15/2024
Program's
Discipline

Design

Study Format

On Campus

Tuition Fees

5636$/Year

# Study in North Cyprus

Why Eastern Mediterranean University?
Top reasons to study at Eastern Mediterranean University
High-quality education: EMU is a top-ranked university in the world, consistently ranked in the top 1,000 universities by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
International student body: EMU is a diverse university with students from 100+ countries, fostering a vibrant learning environment to explore various cultures and perspectives.
Beautiful location: EMU is in Northern Cyprus, a stunning island in the Mediterranean Sea. The campus is in Famagusta, known for its beaches, history, and warm climate.
Program's
Location
Study Format

On Campus

Tuition Fees
Scholarship
Deadline

3/15/2024

Admissions

Qualifications and Enrollment

An applicant for admission to one of the undergraduate programs of EMU must satisfy the following requirements:

International Students

The applicant must provide a certified copy of their secondary school certificate or equivalent, along with other relevant certified documents like transcripts, to EMU.

Application to Undergraduate Programs

Applications to the undergraduate programs are accepted twice a year.

Accepted Higher School Certificates for undergraduate programs

High School Diploma, Higher Secondary School Certificate, GCSE, Higher Secondary Certificate, Secondary School Leaving Certificate, Testimonial, Secondary Education Certificate, Senior School Certificate, Matriculation Examination Certificate, SAT, WAEC, WASSCE, NECO, JAMB, BACCALAUREATE.

Documents Required for Undergraduate Application

  • Photocopies of Higher Secondary School Certificate and transcript.
  • One passport-sized photograph.
  • Photocopy of the passport (relevant page) or birth certificate.
  • Proof of English Proficiency if applicable.

Note: English translations required for documents not in English.

Transfer student applications or associate degree holders

Students with an Associate Degree or National Diploma can apply as transfer students to the Bachelor's Degree programs at Eastern Mediterranean University.

Requirements for transfer applications are as follows:

  • Transfer applications are accepted for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th semesters. Typically, Associate Degree or National Diploma holders start from the 5th semester.
  • Applicants must not have been dismissed from a University.
  • Completion of all required modules from previous classes is mandatory.
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 or equivalent is required.

Requested Documents

  • Copies of School Certificate, Associate Degree, or National Diploma
  • Academic transcript
  • Brief course descriptions
  • Copy of passport or birth certificate
  • One photograph

Note: English translations required for documents in languages other than English.

English Proficiency Requirement

All applicants for whom English is a second language must take EMU English Proficiency Exam, or present documents demonstrating their English proficiency level.

Please visit http://fleps.emu.edu.tr for details

Applicants will be granted admission in two categories

Admission to the English Preparatory Year Program

Newly admitted students usually spend their first year at EMU in the English Preparatory Year Program. The program aims to develop English proficiency and help students adjust to the EMU environment, fostering self-discipline and study habits necessary for success in university-level studies.

Admission Directly to Freshman Level

Admitted EMU students proficient in English may directly register for freshman classes without enrolling in the English Preparatory Year Program.

Admission Criteria

Admissions
Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

2023-2024 ACADEMIC TERM

*SEMESTER TUITION FEES FOR NEWLY REGISTERED INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

*The tuition fee below includes; VAT,Student Service Fund and Book Fee for Foreign Languages and English Preparatory School.

** International students have %50 scholarship for all programs except Medicine and Dentistry programs.

** International students have %20 scholarship for Medicine and Dentistry programs.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Faculty / SchoolProgram(s)With 20%

Scholarship

Faculty of MedicineMedicine$9,544.60
Faculty of DentistryDentistry$8,645.80
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Faculty / SchoolProgram(s)With 50%

Scholarship

Faculty of PharmacyPharmacy$4,859.50
Faculty of Health SciencesAll Programs$4,586.50
Faculty of LawAll Programs$4,282.00
Faculty of EngineeringAll Programs$3,271.38
Faculty of Architecture
School of Tourism And HospitalityAll Programs$2,770.00
Faculty of Arts And Sciences 

All Programs

 

$2,701.75

Faculty of Business And Economics
Faculty of Communication And Media Studies
School of Computing And TechnologyInformation Technologies$2,701.75
Faculty of EducationComputer And Ins. Tech.Teac.Educ.$2,701.75
Other Programs$3,271.38
ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
SchoolProgramsWith 50%

Scholarship

School of Health Services 

All Programs

 

$2,434.00

School of Tourism And Hospitality
School of Computing And Technology
School of Justice
Foreign Languages and English Preparatory School (FLEPS)ProgramWith 50%

Scholarship

FLEPSFLEPS$2,752.00

 

Scholarship Opportunities

International Student Scholarship System

A significant number of international students receive 50% and 25% scholarships based on their academic performance and program choice. Full scholarships for undergraduate and PhD students are also available, but are highly competitive. PhD scholarship applications are made during the online graduate application, while undergraduate full scholarship applications are reviewed by a scholarship committee before the semester starts. Admission to the desired program is required for consideration.

All-inclusive Scholarships

This scholarship is for top 1% undergraduate applicants from each country's secondary school graduates. All applications will be evaluated in August based on criteria approved by the EMU Board of Trustees, including educational system and standardized test results.

The scholarship includes tuition for the program duration, free accommodation in a double room, and 3 meals a day.

Note:
  1. EMU grants this type of scholarship only for September intakes.
  2. Late %100 scholarship applications cannot be considered.

Tuition Fee Waivers

This scholarship is for high-performing undergraduate applicants from each country's university entrance system. Only 2 students per country per year will receive it. Applications will be evaluated by 14 August 2023. If students with a 100% Tuition Fee Waiver don't register, their applications will be considered for the next semester. Criteria include the educational system and standardized test results. Scholarship covers tuition fees for the regular program duration.

Note: Late %100 scholarship applications cannot be considered.

High Honor Award

Undergraduate and associate degree students who have completed the normal course load and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.50 and a CGPA of 3.00 or higher are eligible for the "High Honor Award". The top ten students in each faculty or school who meet these requirements will receive the award.

The High Honor Award is awarded as follows;

  1. The top student/s receive three times the current gross minimum wage.
  2. The second-ranked student/s receive double the current gross minimum wage.
  3. The third-ranked and subsequent students receive the current gross minimum wage.

The ranking is determined at the end of the second semester by ranking the grade point averages (GPA) of students in the relevant faculty or school from highest to lowest. If students have the same GPA, the one with a higher Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is ranked higher.

Sports Grant

EMU offers sports grants for outstanding performance in individual or team sports. The grant covers education expenses such as tuition and/or dormitory accommodation fees. The specific details, duration, and conditions of the grant are regulated by the principles for "Eastern Mediterranean University Sports Grants Application" approved by the University Executive Board and Board of Trustees.

Student Assistantship

Student assistantship positions are available in different faculties and administrative departments at the university. They are open to all students with a GPA above 2.0. Vacancies for these positions are announced at the start of each semester. The monthly stipend is determined by hourly rates.

Research Assistantship

Each semester, faculties assign research assistant positions to graduate students. Full-time research assistants receive tuition fee exemptions and a salary. Part-time positions are also available. Scholarships for research assistants at EMU are regulated by the "Regulation for Research Assistant Appointment and Postgraduate Scholarship Application.”

Discounts

Siblings studying at EMU receive a 25% discount for the first two siblings who meet the criteria. Additional siblings receive a 75% discount. Post-graduate students who do not receive any tuition fee discounts or support from the University can get a 10% discount for siblings.

TRNC Government Scholarship

Successful students can apply for scholarships for the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) through TRNC consular missions abroad or Republic of Turkey consular missions abroad.

Information on the TRNC Government Scholarship:

TRNC State Scholarship Rules

The Application form to be filled for the TRNC Government Scholarship:

TRNC State Scholarship Application Form

Accreditations

Accreditations & Rankings

EMU is a full member of the International Association of Universities, the European University Association, Community of Mediterranean Universities and the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World. Giving special importance to international recognition, EMU has received the accreditation of various prominent international accrediting bodies. EMU is only one of five universities in the region to have been awarded the prestigious ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) in the field of engineering.

Similarly, EMU Architecture Faculty holds the MİAK accreditation. Business and Economics Faculty, Tourism Faculty and School of Computing and Technology have been granted the accreditation of FIBAA. Education Faculty English Language Teaching (ELT) Department was accredited by AQAS. Additionally, EMU School of Tourism and Hospitality Management gained the accreditation of TEDQUAL and the Computer Technologies and Information Systems offered by School of Computing and Technology (SCT) successfully passed ASIIN accreditation process. EMU Foreign Languages and English Preparatory School has successfully obtained EDEXCEL accreditation. Last but not least, our University’s Business and Economics Faculty is a full member of EFMD and AACSB along with only three universities in Turkey.

The publisher of widely-referenced university rankings in the world, U.K. -based Times Higher Education (THE) has announced the ranking of the best universities in the world on Thursday, 2 September, 2021. In the said ranking, universities were evaluated based on Education, Research, Information Sharing and International Outlook. In the said ranking, the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) took its well-deserved place within the 501-600 band with a remarkable increase from the 801-1000 band, despite the general decline experienced all over the world and the 136 newly added universities.

Life

Accommodation

Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) offers a variety of accommodation options for students, including dormitories, apartments, and houses.

  • Dormitories:

    EMU has 20 dormitories on campus, which can accommodate over 15,000 students. Dormitories are single-sex, and they offer a variety of room types, including single rooms, double rooms, and triple rooms. Dormitory fees include accommodation, cleaning, and laundry services.

EMU Dormitories:

  1. EMU-1
  2. EMU-2
  3. EMU-3
  4. EMU-4
  5. EMU Akdeniz

Privately owned Dormitories:

  1. Alfam
  2. Uğursal
  3. Marmara
  4. Longson
  5. Inn Dorm
  6. Ramen
  7. Prime Living
  8. Golden Plus
  9. Astra Plus
  10. Pop Art
  11. Novel
  12. Nural
  13. Grand Aras
  14. Kamacioglu
  15. KYK Necmettin Erbakan
  • Apartments:

    EMU also offers a limited number of apartments on campus. Apartments are available for single students, couples, and families. Apartment fees include accommodation, utilities, and cleaning services.

  • Houses:

    Students can also choose to rent a house off-campus. There are a variety of houses available in the surrounding area, and prices vary depending on the size and location of the house.

The best accommodation option for you depends on your needs and preferences. If you want convenience and affordability, choose a dormitory. If you prefer privacy and space, opt for an apartment or house.

Here are some of the factors to consider when choosing accommodation at EMU:

  • Budget:

    Dormitory fees are typically the most affordable option, while renting a house off-campus can be the most expensive.

  • Location:

    Dormitories are located on campus, while apartments and houses can be located in the surrounding area.

  • Amenities:

    Dormitories typically have shared bathrooms and kitchen facilities, while apartments and houses typically have private bathrooms and kitchens.

  • Privacy:

    Dormitories are typically shared with other students, while apartments and houses can offer more privacy.

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