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This guide concerns higher education in the Republic of Cyprus. Compare public and private institutions, confirm the language of your exact programme and request non-EU fee information. For Belarusian applicants, programme admission, scholarship eligibility and immigration approval require separate checks.

Last verified 11 September 2026
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Overview

This guide concerns higher education in the Republic of Cyprus. Compare public and private institutions, confirm the language of your exact programme and request non-EU fee information. For Belarusian applicants, programme admission, scholarship eligibility and immigration approval require separate checks.

How the system works

The system includes public and private universities and other higher-education institutions. Check the institution and exact award through the Department of Higher Education before committing. European Commission: study in Cyprus Cyprus Department of Higher Education: admission criteria

Study levels

Explore bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes. For research study, contact the department about supervision and funding; admission should not be interpreted as an employment offer. European Commission: study in Cyprus

Tuition and living costs

Non-EU applicants should obtain their programme’s fee directly. Do not apply EU public-university fee rules to a Belarusian applicant without an applicable exemption. Include accommodation, insurance and any deposit in the budget. European Commission: study in Cyprus

Scholarships and funding

Institutional scholarships may be available, subject to their own criteria. Ask whether the award is a tuition reduction or also includes living costs, and whether it can be renewed for the entire degree. European Commission: study in Cyprus

Admissions

The Department describes private-institution entry based on a school qualification and the institution’s additional requirements. Check the separate procedure for the institution and degree you actually choose, including any interview or entrance examination. Cyprus Department of Higher Education: admission criteria

Application periods

Ask for the international/non-EU deadline for your intended intake. Confirm the last acceptable arrival date and the refund or deferral procedure if immigration processing extends beyond it.

Language requirements

English-taught study is available, particularly at postgraduate level. Verify the language of all compulsory modules and any placement rather than relying on a programme’s English marketing page. European Commission: study in Cyprus

Recognition of Belarusian qualifications

Ask the receiving institution how your school or university qualification will be assessed and whether translations or certification are necessary. For regulated professions, ask separately about professional recognition; admission alone does not answer that question.

Residence and work

The Department describes entry-permit and residence procedures for third-country students. Coordinate the documentation with the institution and confirm current deadlines and work conditions with the competent authority. An offer letter by itself does not authorize entry or employment. Cyprus Department of Higher Education: admission criteria

Next steps

  1. Verify the institution and programme in official information.
  2. Obtain an individual fee and funding statement.
  3. Agree the document-assessment process.
  4. Confirm entry/residence steps and any late-arrival policy before paying.

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