European University Cyprus Admission and Visa Requirements
International Students Admission Requirements:
Undergraduates:
Completed Application Form: Along with a non-refundable fee of €80 (or apply online).
Official High School Records:
Certified copy of High School Leaving Certificate (HSC) and Grade Marksheets in English.
Proof of English Language Proficiency (if available):
Exemptions:
Applicants with a TOEFL score of 79 (Internet-based) or higher, IELTS score of 6.5 or higher, or English IGCSE grade C or above are exempt from the English Placement Test (EPT).
Other external exams may also be accepted (check with the Admissions Office).
British nationals are exempt from English requirements.
Applicants without the required scores will take the EPT upon arrival.
Passport-Sized Photo:
A recent photo.
Copy of Valid Passport: Must be valid for at least 2 years beyond the expected study start date.
Payment of Fees:
Upon receipt of an acceptance letter from the University, undergraduate students are required to submit a down payment of €1,100 for on-campus programs and €500 for the distance learning programs. The payment can be done online via JCC.
Postgraduates:
A completed application form together with a non-refundable fee of €80*. Applicants may also apply online here.
Official copy of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in English (or official copies of professional qualifications).
Official copy of academic transcript, in English.
Official copy of High School Leaving Certificate and grade marksheet in English.
Proof of English language proficiency (if any).
One recommendation letter.
Proof of work experience (if applicable).
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Copy of a valid passport (for international applicants only).
International English Language Exams:
IELTS: Band 6.5 or above
TOEFL (IBT): Minimum score 94
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW): Minimum score 580
Other equivalent exams may also be accepted.
English Placement Test of European University Cyprus (prior to admission) with a passing grade in ENL102.
Visa Requirements:
Required Documents:
Academic Records:
Undergraduate: Certified copy of High School Leaving Certificate (HSC) and Grade Marksheets in English.
Master’s Students: Certified copy of Bachelor’s Degree or professional qualifications from a recognized university.
PhD Students: Certified copies of Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees.
Passport: Certified copy of a valid passport, valid for a minimum of 2 years.
English Language Proficiency:
Certified proof of English proficiency according to CEFR (B2).
Exemptions: Applicants with a degree in English or certain recognized exams like IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 94 may be exempt.
British nationals are exempt from English requirements.
Good Conduct Certificate: Certified original Police Clearance Certificate confirming a clear criminal record, issued within 6 months of submission.
Health Certificates: Certified original health certificates for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, and a Chest X-ray (TB), issued within 4 months from public hospitals.
Financial Proof:
Certified bank letter and recent bank statement confirming sufficient funds (€7,000) for tuition fees and living expenses in Cyprus.
Bank letter issued within 6 months, and bank statement covering the last 2 months of transactions.
Payment & Visa Requirements:
Down Payment:
Undergraduate Students: €1,100
Postgraduate Students: €500
Payment must be made after receiving the acceptance letter.
Student Visa Application:
Visa approval is required from the Ministry of Education and Cyprus Migration Office.
Temporary Residence Permit (Student Visa Card) is issued after arrival and completion of registration and payments.
Tuition Fees:
Tuition fees are based on teaching hours. Payments can be made monthly.
An initial €3,000 must be paid before submitting the visa documents.
No refunds for credit balances.
Immigration Charge: An additional €175 for the student visa card is payable after arrival in Cyprus.
Author: Kazi Saklain Imtiaz, Research Associate – Kompass Education & Visa Consultancy
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