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Girne American University

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world rank  5386

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Overview

Founded in 1985, the Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (Girne American University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Kyrenia (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Northern Cyprus. This institution also has branch campuses in Canterbury, Hong Kong, Chisinau, Istanbul, Colombo and Washington. Officially recognized by the Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu (Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council of North Cyprus), Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (GAU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Cypriot higher education institution. Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (GAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 40-year-old Cypriot higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Cypriot higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Girne American University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Girne American University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Girne American University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Girne American University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name (English) Girne American University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym GAU
Founded 1985
Motto Discendo Vivimus
Vision for the Future
Colours Red, navy and white
Mascot Eagle
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University Location

Address University Drive, PO Box 5
Kyrenia
99428 Northern Cyprus
Cyprus
Girne American University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Girne American University Phone Number +90 (850) 650 2000
Girne American University Fax Number +90 (392) 650 2061
Other locations Canterbury, Hong Kong, Chisinau, Istanbul, Colombo and Washington

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi.



Girne American University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Girne American University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Girne American University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Girne American University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Girne American University's Admission Office Admission Office

University Drive
Girne Mersin 10
+90 (850) 650 2000


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Girne American University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Girne American University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Girne American University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Girne American University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Girne American University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Girne American University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Girne American University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Girne American University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Girne American University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Girne American University's Library


Girne American University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Girne American University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Girne American University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Girne American University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Girne American University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Girne American University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Girne American University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Girne American University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Girne American University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Girne American University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Yüksekögretim Kurulu (YÖK)
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
  • European Council for Business Education (ECBE)
  • National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC UK)
  • Accreditation Agency for Degree Programmes in Engineering, Informatics, the Natural Sciences and Mathematics (ASIIN)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
  • Eurhodip
  • Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
  • International Vocational Education and Training Association (IVETA)
  • European Council of International Schools (ECIS)
  • European Council for Business Education (ECBE)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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