Chapter IV · Middle East & North Africa
Study abroad inJordan
Jordan is one of the most popular places to study Arabic, with programmes in Amman that combine language with Middle East politics and refugee studies.
- Capital
- Amman
- Languages
- Arabic
- Currency
- Jordanian dinar (JOD)
- Academic year
- September to June, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Visa on arrival, then student residency
- Programmes
- 15
- Universities
- 29
Programmes in Jordan
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Across Jordan and multi-city
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· ★ 4.8 (47 reviews)CET Academic Programsvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 5.0 (14 reviews)SIT Study Abroadvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 4.7 (7 reviews)FIE: Foundation for International Educationvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 5.0 (2 reviews)CCCU GlobalEdvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 4.0 (1 reviews)Jordan University of Science and Technologyvia Go Overseas
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European Academy for Coaching & Languagesvia Go Overseas
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The University Of Jordanvia Go Overseas
Universities in Jordan
29 institutions in total, all listed in our Jordan university directory.
- Arab Academy for Management, Banking and Financial Sciences
- Al al-Bayt University
- Amman Arab University for Higher Studies
- Al Hussein Bin Talal University
- Al-Zaytoonah University
- Amman University
- Al-Ahliyya Amman University
- Arab Open University
- Applied Science University
- Al-Balqa Applied University
- German Jordanian University
- Hashemite University
- Irbid National University
- Al-Isra University
- Jadara University
- Jordan Academy of Music / Higher Institute of Music
- Jerash Private University
- University of Jordan
- Jordan University of Science and Technology
- Middle East University
- Mu' tah University
- New York Institute of Technology
- Philadelphia University
- Princess Sumaya University for Technology
- Tafila Technical University
- University of Petra
- The World Islamic Sciences & Education University
- Yarmouk University
- Zarka Private University
Questions about studying in Jordan
How many study abroad programmes are there in Jordan?
StudiesForeign currently lists 15 programmes in Jordan from 8 providers, in cities including Amman. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in Jordan?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a visa on arrival, then student residency. Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in Jordan?
The university year in Jordan usually runs september to June, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
Can I study in Jordan in English?
Yes, in many cases. Many study abroad programmes in Jordan are designed for international students and teach in English, often alongside Arabic classes. Some programmes, especially direct enrolment at local universities, expect you to study in Arabic, so check each programme’s language requirements.
How many universities are there in Jordan?
Our directory lists 29 universities and higher-education institutions in Jordan, with links to their official websites.