Study in Cyprus

Each university have slightly different application and registration procedures, the general steps you take during the application procedure and registration period are as follows:

• Send the Basic Requirements for Admission and Scholarship.
• The application process begins with document evaluation and once the eligibility is confirmed you will receive your Conditional Acceptance Letter(CAL).
• Once you pay the initial amount stated on your CAL and fulfil the other conditions stated on your CAL(if any) you will then receive your Unconditional Acceptance Letter (UAL) which is needed for Visa Processing.
• You can now book for Visa Appointment online.
• Make sure you inform us or the University about your flight details 3 working days before the arrival for your airport picks up. Once you arrive at North Cyprus Ercan Airport, you get picked up by university personnel and you have 2-3 days to stay in temporary accommodation till you decide if to stay on campus or not.
• Register the very next day after you arrive in North Cyprus, get your student ID, start selecting your courses, and register at accommodation halls if you are staying on campus.
• Orientation week will inform you about everything you need about North Cyprus and your university.

• Make sure you have your unconditional offer/ Acceptance letter from your University along with Original and Photocopy of your documents, your air ticket and invitation letter for the accompanying person if there is a family member coming with you to Cyprus.
•  It is compulsory to have Travel Health Insurance and Yellow Fever Vaccination Card. Medical insurance for you will be provided by your university once you register for your courses.
• It is advised to have minimum of 6 passport size photographs with you as they will be necessary for your registration.
• Make sure your flight is conducted via Turkey to Ercan Airport, North Cyprus (ECN).
• Check from the nearest Turkish Embassy if the transit visa is necessary or not as you will be travelling as a transit passenger via Istanbul, Turkey.
• Plug sockets in Northern Cyprus are usually 3-pin (UK style); you may wish to bring with you a 3 pin to 2-pin travel adaptor, therefore.
• The currency in Northern Cyprus is the Turkish Lira; dollars, euros, and UK pounds are widely accepted and easily exchanged.
•  Soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste and Towel are not supplied in the dorms; you can bring such items with you, or purchase locally if you prefer.
•  You can easily get pay-as-you-go SIM cards of local mobile providers upon arrival at North Cyprus Ercan Airport; both Wi-Fi and 3G are available.

Most students prefer to stay on-campus especially during the first year of their studies in North Cyprus. The benefits of staying on-campus goes easy access to lecture halls that are only minutes walk away; residence halls provide the perfect opportunity to meet friends from over sixty different cultures all around the world, easy access to many restaurants across the campus, some of which are open till early hours of the morning, and indoor and outdoor sport facilities, which are present in most of the North Cypriot universities.

Residents can also conveniently participate in the activities of one or more of the many student clubs, have easy access to the library facilities of just have fun at the student centres. Travel will also be one less thing to worry about with regular shuttle services that are available in all Cypriot universities.

Despite all the advantages, some students wish to stay off-campus. For those who prefer to stay off-campus, many private dorms and rental flats are available in all major cities such as  Famagusta, Nicosia, Kyrenia and Lefke. Prices for rental flats and private dorms vary greatly depending on the location and luxury of the place; however, overall, accommodation is quite affordable in North Cyprus.

Students could find part-time jobs while studying such as in bars, cafes, restaurants, shops, or even in their universities. After they graduate, they could find full-time jobs in Hotels, Banks, international companies if they have a good knowledge of Turkish and English. Minimum Wage in Cyprus is 2,020 Turkish Lira, equivalent to 540 USD as at today exchange rate. There is no restriction as long you are a registered student in North Cyprus, you can work anywhere, get your own ride and enjoy your life while schooling.

Cyprus is currently in need of more lawyers, real estate experts and agents, marketers and business investors. The recent discovery of petrol and oil in the coastline of the island has spurred the need for more working hands as well. The economy still runs on a free market structure and there is a need for a more delineated structure between the private and government sectors. Therefore, it seems like more and more international graduates will be looking to stay and work in Cyprus after they complete their studies.

Is It True there are No Jobs in Cyprus?

NO, it’s not. There are Jobs and very easy to find in North Cyprus, if and only if you meet up with the requirements.

• No company is going to employ someone with no experience for a white collar Job.
• You need to learn at least basic Turkish Language.
• Don’t expect much if you can give much.

For those who do not own a vehicle, there are shuttle buses that travel all over the city (both public and private buses in addition to the university shuttle services). Apart from buses, there are several ways you can get around in North Cyprus such as car rental, taxi and minibuses.

Driving in Northern Cyprus is the most advisable form of transport as there are infrequent bus services to many of the more remote areas of the country, and bus services cease to operate after 6:00 p.m. Driving is on the left in North Cyprus similar to most other former British colonies. Traffic and road signs follow international guidelines.

Maximum speed is 100 km/hr on motorways and 30-75 km/hr elsewhere. Vehicles entering North Cyprus must be insured upon arrival. Road surfaces between major towns and villages are reasonably good. Visitors wishing to bring their own car from abroad may do so for a period of up to 3 months provided the vehicle has a valid registration license from its country of origin.

Visitors in Cyprus can drive using a valid international driving license or a valid driving license from their country of origin which will be converted in North Cyprus. Visitors bringing their own cars from abroad will need to purchase insurance upon entry to Northern Cyprus. Most petrol stations are open from 7:00 a.m. and close around 8:00 p.m. Some, however, stay open later and there is an increasing number of stations which operate 24 hours a day. Free municipal parking is available in all major towns.

If you need medical attention due to a sickness or injury during your studies, there is no need to worry, as Northern Cyprus is well equipped with three state hospitals and numerous private hospitals and clinics.

Every student has health insurance that covers their medical charges (except dentistry, plastic surgery and unknown serious health issue) in the state hospitals, and the insurance fee is included in their university’s fees. With this health insurance, students can get routine check-ups or visit the emergency room in the public hospitals and Clinic’s, and they could also have surgeries done for free at these institutions.

In state and private hospitals, English is widely spoken and all staff is fully trained in their line of work. The private hospitals generally have the same facilities as the state hospitals but the patients can stay in a private room with en-suite bathrooms. The cost of private health care is affordable and the treatment is excellent.

For minor problems, health centres at university campuses and the local pharmacies (locally known as Eczane) can deal with most complaints and can dispense most medication over the counter.