Cyprus International University has achieved an unprecedented growth since its establishment in 1997, not only in student population, but in academic infrastructure and faculty as well.

With a fully English speaking staff and an exceptionally low student/faculty ratio in all departments, CIU is able to provide individual care for its students. Particular emphasis in placed on the quality of its teaching, the employability of its graduates and the application of its research expertise for the benefit of the community. The internationally accredited programs, dedicated faculty and modern campus attract students from around the world.

WHY CYPRUS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY?

Cyprus International University provides high value for money education as an overseas destination and has;

• a very experienced faculty,
• students from 23 different countries,
• 1/1 computer/student ratio and has 1/20 staff/student ratio in classes,
• 16 collaboration agreements with well known universities and is classified in UNESCO's world universities list,
• world wide international accreditation for all programs,
• access to 100.000 resources,
• an unlimited internet access from 4500 spot on campus and provides private web space for each student,
• 2460 capacity at the residence halls and provides cable TV connections in the  rooms,
• modern classrooms, studios and laboratories,
• campus settings with full range of academic, social, recreational, sports and dining facilities,

• dual degree programs with UK Universities.

RECOGNITION

The University has accreditations and memberships from different international boards such as;

• International Association of Universities
• Association of International Educators
• European Association for International Education
• European Council for Business Education
• Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World
• Higher Education Council of Turkey
• Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
• International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
• National Recognition Information Centre for the United Kingdom
• World Association of Universities and Colleges
• International Society of Engineering Education

DUAL DEGREE

Cyprus International University has dual degree agreements with the University of Sunderland and with the University of Wolverhampton, UK. According to these agreements CIU students can complete their last academic (senior) year at one of the universities in UK and can have dual degree as CIU and Wolverhampton/Sunderland at the same time.

CAMPUS

Campus life is probably one of the most important periods in any student's higher education experience and has a profound impact not only on students' social lives, but in their professional lives as well. At Cyprus International University, we pride ourselves in offering a wide range of opportunities on campus to help students to realize their full potential. Social, cultural, sports and academic opportunities compliment and support the education that students receive in the classrooms.

• RESIDENCE HALLS

Residential life is a vital complement to the educational process. The rich diversity of cultures, backgrounds and extra-curricular opportunities offered through the residence halls are designed to encourage students to explore the world of ideas and develop social skills complement the skills learned in the classroom. CIU offers single, double and quadruple accommodations; all equipped with free internet and cable TV connections, in a number of different types of residential settings.

• DINING FACILITIES

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served seven days a week at the Student Union Lakeview Food Hall, which offers a la carte service as well as a basic meal plan. In addition to the Lakeview Food Hall, the campus offers a number of other dining facilities catering to a wide variety of tastes.

• STUDENT UNION

CIU students find that much of their social activity centers around the multi-purpose Student Union. Facilities include a restaurant, cafeteria, snack-bar, outdoor garden cafe and mini-market; a movie theater, arcade and pool room; a bookstore; meeting rooms for CIU Clubs; and the CIU mini-hotel.

SERVICES/ACTIVITIES

CIU offers specialized student services through a number of departments;

• THE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND COUNSELING CENTER

This center provides assistance on any problem a student may encounter while at the University, also is responsible of organizing student club activities, sports activities and games as well as alumni affairs. CIU has a very active network of student clubs, including the Alternative Art Club, Horse Riding Club, Fantasy and Science Fiction Club, Italian Club, Music Club, Cinema Club and Theater Club. Participating in club activities gives students the opportunity to discover their own talents and share them with others.

• LIBRARY AND INFORMATION CENTER

The Library and Information Center are open to all CIU students, providing them the opportunity to access the latest publications and information related to their fields of study. While the Library provides pleasant and comfortable surroundings for private study, the facilities at the center are in use of the students; such as media rooms, video units, computer terminals and self-service photocopying.

• INTERNATIONAL STUDENT OFFICE

International Office offers guidance to all international students on almost every university-related matters, as well as living in Cyprus. The staff of the Office welcomes the international students and helps them with immigration laws and procedures as well as to get accustomed to the environment quickly. CIU has international students from 23 different countries; and the Office organizes many activities and events for them, throughout the year.

Students interested in applying to CIU are required to submit the following documents:

• A completed and signed CIU application form (obtainable from www.ciu.edu.tr).
• Official school records (in English), including a complete list of subjects and grades.
• 12 passport-size photographs (taken within the past year).
• 50 EUR non-refundable application fee.

TUITION & FEES

For 2010-2011 Academic Year please visit www.ciu.edu.tr for the tuition and fees.

SCHOLARSHIPS

CIU offers 37% reduced tuition fee to all international students. In addition to this, a limited number of academic scholarships are also available; based on an applicant's academic performance.

PROGRAMS

FACULTIES (4 - year Bachelor's Degree)

Faculty of Education

English Language Teaching

Computer and Teaching Technologies

Turkish Language Teaching

Pre School Teaching

Guidance and Psychological Counseling

Art Education

Education of the Mentally Handicapped

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

English Language and Literature

Turkish Language and Literature

Psychology

Faculty of Fine Arts

Architecture

Graphic Design

Interior Design

Industrial Product Design

Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Business Administration

European Union Relations

International Relations

Faculty of Communication

Advertising and Public Relations

Journalism

Radio and Television

Visual Communication

Faculty of Engineering

Computer Engineering

Civil Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Information Systems Engineering

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Energy Systems Engineering

Environmental Engineering

SCHOOLS

School of Tourism and Hotel Management

(4 - year Bachelor's Degree)

Tourism and Hotel Management

School of Applied Sciences (4 - year Bachelor's Degree)

Management Information Systems

Vocational School (2 - year Diploma)

Computer Technologies and Programming

Radio and Television Programming

Public Relations and Advertising

GRADUATE SCHOOLS

Graduate School of Social Sciences

Business Administration (PhD)

Turkish Language and Literature (PhD)

Guidance and Psychological Counseling

Communication and Media Studies (PhD)

Business Administration (MBA)

International Relations (MA)

English Language Teaching (MA/ELT)

English Language and Literature (MA)

Turkish Language and Literature (MA)

Communication and Media Studies (MA)

Guidance and Psychological Counseling (MA)

Turkish Studies (MA)

Pre School Teaching (MA)

Graduate School of Sciences

Civil Engineering (PhD)

Civil Engineering (MSc)

Computer Engineering (MSc)

Information Systems Engineering (MSc)

Management Information Systems Technology (MIST)

Graduate School of Fine Arts

Architecture (PhD)

Architecture (M.Arch)

Graphic Design (MA)