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Girne American University

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Overview

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, Northern Cyprus, Cyprus. This institution also has branch campuses in Canterbury, Hong Kong, Chisinau, Istanbul, Colombo and Washington. Established in 1985, Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (GAU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu. GAU provides programs and courses 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. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 41-year-old Cypriot higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. GAU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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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

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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Location

Address University Drive, PO Box 5
Kyrenia
99428 Northern Cyprus
Cyprus
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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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Girne American University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Girne American University is legally chartered, licensed 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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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Girne American University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Girne American University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Girne American University 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 American University's academic range and degree level offering.



Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Girne American University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Girne American University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Girne American University 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 American University.



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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Girne American University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Girne American University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Girne American University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Girne American University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Girne American University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Girne American University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Girne American University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 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

Yes


Girne American University's Admission Office Admission Office

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


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Girne American University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Girne American University Size and Profile


Girne American University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Girne American University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

Girne American University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Girne American University's Control Type Control Type

Girne American University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Girne American University's Entity Type Entity Type

Girne American University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Girne American University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Girne American University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Girne American University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Girne American University 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.



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Facilities and Services

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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

Girne American 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


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Academic Structure

Girne American University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Girne American University 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)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Girne American University public or private?

Girne American University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Girne American University profit or non-profit?

Girne American University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Girne American University in terms of enrollment?

Girne American University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Girne American University in terms of academic staff?

Girne American University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Girne American University a coeducational institution?

Girne American University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Girne American University use?

Girne American University 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.

What religion is Girne American University affiliated with?

None.

Does Girne American University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Girne American University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Girne American University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Girne American University GAU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Girne American University GAU located?

Girne American University is located in Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus, Cyprus. Address: University Drive, PO Box 5.

Is Girne American University GAU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Girne American University is accredited by Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu (since ).

Does Girne American University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Girne American University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Girne American University have a university library?

Yes

Does Girne American University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Girne American University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Girne American University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Girne American University offer career services?

Yes

Does Girne American University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Girne American University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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