Admissions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is CIU situated?
2. Academic Programs and their Periods at CIU
3. CIU Recognition and Internal Transfers
4. Necessary Registration Documents for the Academic Year of 2011-2012
5. Fall Semester Students and Course Registration
6. Spring Semester Students and Course Registration
7. Summer Period Course Registration and Class starting date
8. 2011-2012 Academic Year
9. Age Restrictions
10. English Placement Test
11. Scholarships and Financial aid Opportunities
12. Training of the Academic Year 2011-2012 and Registration Fees
13. Other Expenses
14. CIU Residence Halls
15. Package Fee Pricing
16. Off-Campus Residence
17. Documents Required for Admissions to the Postgraduate and Doctorate Programs
18. Tuition and Fee for the Postgraduate Programs
19. Course Books
20. How much is it and where do I have to pay the first installment?
21. University’s Mailing Address and Contact Numbers
22. Airport Pick Up Service
23. On-Campus Jobs
24. Off-Campus Jobs
25. For Further Information and Questions
1. Where is CIU Situated? :
The Cyprus International University was established in 1997 in Nicosia the capital of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on the island of Cyprus. Top
2. Academic programs and their Periods at CIU :
There are nine faculties, four higher education departments, and three institutes at CIU. The Grade evaluation system is based on credits. Associate degree periods are 2 years and undergraduate program periods are 4 years. Click here for Course Timetables. Top
3. CIU Recognition and Internal Transfers :
All programs offered by CIU are fully accredited by the (Turkish) Higher Educational Council (YÖK), which gives international recognition to all of the CIU degree programs. CIU Alumni may continue their higher education in Europe, the Middle East, the US, or in Australia. The university also accepts Internal Transfer students. In order to transfer to the university an official transcript and OSYM result documents are required, additionally the student must fill in transition and application forms. When the university evaluates the application forms, the necessary procedures follow.Top
4. Necessary Registration Documents for the 2011-2012 Academic Year :
1. OSS result document pertaining to the academic year and five copies.
2. The original high school diploma, or currently enrolled graduation certificate, and five copies of these documents.
3. A notarised copy of the identity card of the applicant.
4. Certificate of Residence
5. Twelve new, passport size, photographs.
6. Clearance Form.
7. Male candidates who were born in 1988, or before, must obtain the document stating that ‘there is no objection for this person to register at a university or high school’ from the Military Service.
8. A bank statement showing the necessary tuition fees have been paid for the academic year in question.
9. A Health Report issued by a Republic of Turkey hospital (fully documented by all departments) to include HIV and tuberculosis test results.
* Documents required from TC students
** Documents required from TRNC students
(All photocopies of documents must be submitted with the original) Top
5. Fall Semester Students and Course Registration:
- New students’ first registration: 5 September 2011
- Interactive Course Registration: 19-23 September 2011 Top
6. Spring Semester Students and Course Registration :
- New students’ first registration: 6 February 2012
- Interactive Course Registration: 13-17 February 2012 Top
7. Summer Period Course Registration and Class starting date :
- Registration for the Summer Period will start on 21 June 2012 and the last date of registration is 22 June 2012.
- Classes will start on 25 June 2012. Top
8. 2011-2012 Academic Year :
Fall Semester is from 26 September 2011 to 1 February 2012. Spring Semester is from 20 February to 20 June 2012. Summer Period is from 25 June to 22 August 2012. Top
9. Age Restrictions :
There is no age restriction on students registering with the university. Top
10. English Placement Test :
The student’s English Language Level is determined as a result of the ‘English Placement Test’ organised by the School of Foreign Languages. According to the student’s test result s/he is placed in the appropriate language learning program. Thus, the student starts studying English at the appropriate level in the School of Foreign Languages. The duration of study in the Preparatory School is dependant upon the student’s success rate, but can vary from one semester to a maximum of two years (four semesters).
If a student registers and s/he does not have any of the following qualifications, s/he must sit the English Proficiency Exam.
If a student has already sat any of the internationally recognised language exams, such as TOEFL or IELTS, then they do not need to sit any test at the university. TOEFL’s score must be at least 500 (according to the new system 173 CBT, 61 BT) and IELTS’s score must be at least 6.0. If a student has any of these internationally recognised language exams certificates then, following the School of Foreign Language evaluation, they can register for the first class. Top
11. Scholarships and Financial aid Opportunities :
Cyprus International University encourages academic success with scholarships, and as a result many benefit from both scholarships and tuition discounts. In order to receive more information about Scholarships and Tuition Fee Discounts applicants should click the address of Student Affairs/Scholarships. Top
12. Training of the Academic Year 2011-2012 and Registration Fees :
Tuition Fees: €4,800
Fees: €320
Books: €100
TOTAL: €5,220
FACULTIES:
Tuition Fees: €4,800
Fees: €320
TOTAL: €5,120
*5% VAT will be added to all tuition fees and the applicant is responsible for all expenses related to money transfers. Top
13. Other Expenses :
The average monthly expenses for a student are €350.Top
14. CIU Halls of Residence :
The halls of residence are within walking distance of both the faculty buildings and the Student Centre. The Halls of Residence are of two types, the Hotel type with single, double, and four person rooms, and the Apartment type dormitories. The Apart-type dormitories are flat type dormitories with two or three bedrooms. In order to receive more information about Residence Halls applicants are advised to click on Campus Life/Dormitories. Top
15. Package Fee Appliance :
In order to see the Package Fee Appliance, click the address of Student Affairs\Tuition Fee and Prices. Top
16. Off-campus Residence :
Students who do not want to live in the university accommodation have an option of living off campus, as there are numerous homes and flats available for rent in Nicosia with rental charges varying between €200 and €400 per month. Top
17. Documents Required for Admissions to the Postgraduate and Doctorate Programs :
- A completed and signed Cyprus International University Application form for the Programs of Postgraduate or Doctorate.
- Photocopy of ID / Passport.
- Undergraduate Diploma (for Doctorate Program, Postgraduate Diploma) or graduation certificate and transcript.
- An English Proficiency Certificate such as: TOEFL (at least 500 score, according to the new system 173 CBT, 61 BT, IELTS 6.0) or equivalent English Proficiency Certificate. In the absence of TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent English Proficiency Certificate then candidates must sit the English Proficiency Exam at the university.
- 12 passport size photographs. Top
18. Tuition and Fee for the Postgraduate Programs :
- Fee per course: €350.
- First Registration Fee: €70.
- Semester Registration Fee: €15 (5% VAT will be added to all fees mentioned above.) Top
19. Course books :
Course books can be bought from Deniz Bookstore on the CIU Campus. Top
20. How much is the first instalment and where do I have to pay it?
In order to transfer money you can pay as indicated below:
Payments from the TRNC:
Turkiye Is Bankasi A.S., Cyprus International University Branch,
CIU Campus – Haspolat – Nicosia / TRNC Euro
Account Number: 6802 – 0024
Account Number: 6802 – 3022
Payments from Turkey:
Turkiye Is Bankasi A.S., Cyprus International University Branch,
CIU Campus – Haspolat – Nicosia / TRNC
Euro Account Number: 6802 – 0001371
TL Account Number: 6802 – 001012
• As a result of the agreement between the CIU and Turkiye Is Bankasi A.S, if a student pays his or her tuition fee as stated above then no transfer (remittance) fee will be charged. Top
21. University’s Mailing Address and Contact Numbers :
Cyprus International University, Haspolat, Nicosia, Mersin 10, Turkey.
Tel Number: + 90 (392) 671 11 11
Fax Number: + 90 (392) 671 11 22 / 671 11 30
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22. Airport Pick Up Service :
During the registration period a free airport pick up service is arranged by the University and, also, at the end of the academic semester, the same service is organised in order to take students to the airport.Top
23. On campus Jobs :
Students are able to work on a part-time basis at the University depending on the availability of jobs. Top
24. Off campus Jobs :
According to the TRNC’s laws, the students can work on part-time basis up to 20 hours per week out of the University. Top
25. For Further Information and Questions :
info@ciu.edu.tr Top
