# UNICedar

> UNICedar represents the University of Nicosia (UNIC) in Lebanon. It helps Lebanese students and parents choose a programme and apply to UNIC in Nicosia, Cyprus, free of charge.

## Key facts
- Service: free application assistance for the University of Nicosia; students never pay UNICedar a fee.
- Based in: Lebanon. Serves students from across Lebanon.
- Contact: WhatsApp / phone +961 71 934 354, email info@unicedar.org.
- Social media: UNICedar on Instagram (#), TikTok (#), LinkedIn (#), Facebook (#).
- University of Nicosia: the largest university in Cyprus, based in the capital, Nicosia; founded in 1980; students from 100+ countries; programmes taught in English; Cyprus is an EU member state.
- Ranking: 501–600 globally in the THE World University Rankings 2026 (Times Higher Education).
- Campuses: main campus in Nicosia, Cyprus; 10 programmes are also offered in Athens, Greece.
- Accommodation: student dorms with a private bathroom, balcony and kitchenette.
- Schools (8): Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Business, Life Sciences, Engineering, Social & Human Sciences, Education, Law.
- Travel: Beirut to Larnaca is about a 40-minute flight; Nicosia is about 45 minutes by road from Larnaca airport.
- Last reviewed: November 2026.

## How UNICedar helps
1. Get in touch, Message us on WhatsApp, call, or fill in the form. A real person from our Lebanon-based team replies, usually the same day.
2. We discuss your goals, We look at your grades, interests, budget and timing, with you and your parents, and answer every question honestly.
3. We match your programme, We give you the full details of UNIC’s programmes, guide you to the one that fits your profile, and explain entry requirements, intakes and recognition in Lebanon.
4. We prepare & submit, We check your documents, help with your personal statement and submit a complete, well-presented application to UNIC.
5. Acceptance & beyond, From your offer letter to the student visa, your dorm room and arrival in Nicosia, we stay with you until you are settled.

## Typical documents
- Secondary school certificate (e.g. Lebanese Baccalaureate) and transcripts
- Valid passport (copy)
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g. IELTS / TOEFL) or a UNIC placement test
- Passport-size photograph
- Personal statement, for selected programmes
- For master’s: bachelor’s degree, transcripts, CV and reference letters

## Pages
- [Home](https://unicedar.org/): UNICedar represents the University of Nicosia (UNIC) in Lebanon. Get free, personal help choosing your programme and applying to study in Cyprus, medicine, business, engineering and more.
- [About UNIC](https://unicedar.org/about-unic): Discover the University of Nicosia: the largest university in Cyprus, ranked 501–600 globally (THE 2026), with eight schools, campuses in Nicosia and Athens, and English-taught, EU-accredited degrees.
- [Why UNIC](https://unicedar.org/why-study-at-unic): A globally ranked university, English-taught degrees, an EU qualification, comfortable dorms and a 40-minute flight from Beirut. Why Lebanese students choose UNIC.
- [Programmes](https://unicedar.org/programs): Explore the University of Nicosia’s eight schools: Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Business, Life Sciences (Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy), Engineering, Social & Human Sciences, Education and Law.
- [How We Help](https://unicedar.org/how-we-help): UNICedar guides Lebanese students through every step of applying to the University of Nicosia, programme choice, documents, application and visa, completely free.
- [How to Apply](https://unicedar.org/how-to-apply): Entry requirements, documents, intakes and the step-by-step process to apply to UNIC in Cyprus from Lebanon, with free help from UNICedar.
- [Tuition & Scholarships](https://unicedar.org/tuition-and-scholarships): How tuition, scholarships and payment options work at the University of Nicosia, and how to get current fees for your programme, free from UNICedar.
- [Life in Cyprus](https://unicedar.org/life-in-cyprus): Living in Nicosia as a Lebanese student: student dorms, cost of living, safety, student visa and residence, and travel from Beirut to Cyprus.
- [FAQ](https://unicedar.org/faq): Answers to the most common questions about studying at UNIC from Lebanon: free help, degree recognition, entry requirements, language, fees, deadlines and visas.
- [Contact](https://unicedar.org/contact): Talk to UNICedar on WhatsApp, phone or email. Free, no-obligation advice on studying at the University of Nicosia from Lebanon.

## Schools
- [Medical School](https://unicedar.org/programs/medicine): Six degree programmes, including a six-year Doctor of Medicine you can enter straight from school. Degrees offered: 6; Doctor of Medicine: 6 years, undergraduate entry; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Doctor of Medicine (MD); Graduate-Entry Medicine; Four further degrees.
- [School of Veterinary Medicine](https://unicedar.org/programs/veterinary-medicine): A five-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with extensive practical training. Degree: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine; Duration: 5 years; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
- [School of Business](https://unicedar.org/programs/business): 12 bachelor's and 18 master's degrees, plus globally recognised professional training. Bachelor's degrees: 12 · 4 years; Master's degrees: 18 · 1.5 or 2 years; Distance learning: Available for master's; Professional training: ACA, ACCA, ADIT, CFA, CPD. Examples: Business Administration; Accounting; Banking & Finance; Marketing; MBA; Blockchain & Digital Currency.
- [School of Life & Health Sciences](https://unicedar.org/programs/life-sciences): Pharmacy, human biology, nursing, physiotherapy and sports science. Pharmacy: Integrated master's; Also offered: Human Biology, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Sports Science; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Pharmacy; Human Biology; Nursing; Physiotherapy; Sports Science.
- [School of Sciences & Engineering](https://unicedar.org/programs/engineering): Civil, computer, electrical, mechanical and oil & gas engineering, plus computer and data science. Engineering: Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Oil & Gas; Computing: Computer Science, Data Science; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Civil Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Oil & Gas Engineering; Computer Science; Data Science.
- [School of Humanities & Social Sciences](https://unicedar.org/programs/social-human-sciences): Psychology and the social and human sciences, from the science of the mind to society and communication. Popular choice: Psychology; Levels: Bachelor & Master; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Psychology; Clinical Psychology; Counselling Psychology; Social Work.
- [School of Education](https://unicedar.org/programs/education): Teaching, special education and educational leadership. Levels: Bachelor & Master; Distance learning: Available for selected master's; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Primary Education; Pre-Primary Education; Special & Inclusive Education; Educational Leadership; TESOL.
- [School of Law](https://unicedar.org/programs/law): An English-taught law degree rooted in the common-law tradition. Levels: Bachelor (LLB) & Master (LLM); Tradition: Common law & EU law; Language: English; Campus: Nicosia, Cyprus (EU). Examples: Law (LLB); Law (LLM).

## Guides
- [How to apply to the University of Nicosia from Lebanon](https://unicedar.org/blog/how-to-apply-to-unic-from-lebanon): A step-by-step guide for Lebanese students applying to UNIC in Cyprus: requirements, documents, intakes, visa, and how to get free help.
- [Studying medicine in Cyprus as a Lebanese student](https://unicedar.org/blog/study-medicine-in-cyprus-from-lebanon): Why Lebanese students choose the six-year MD at the University of Nicosia, what you need to apply, and how degree recognition works.
- [The real cost of studying in Cyprus: a planning guide](https://unicedar.org/blog/cost-of-studying-in-cyprus): Tuition, scholarships, accommodation and living costs in Nicosia, how Lebanese families can plan a realistic budget for UNIC.

## FAQ
### Is UNICedar's help really free?
Yes. UNICedar's application assistance is completely free of charge for students and parents. We help you choose a programme, prepare your documents and submit your application to the University of Nicosia, you never pay UNICedar a fee.

### Who is UNICedar?
UNICedar is a Lebanon-based team representing the University of Nicosia (UNIC) for Lebanese students. We guide students and families from the first question to enrolment in Nicosia, Cyprus.

### Is a UNIC degree recognised in Lebanon?
UNIC is an accredited university in Cyprus, a member state of the European Union. Lebanese graduates usually apply for degree equivalence through Lebanon's Ministry of Education and Higher Education, and regulated professions such as medicine, pharmacy and law may have additional requirements. Rules can change, so we explain the current process for your specific programme before you apply.

### What are the entry requirements?
Undergraduate applicants generally need a recognised secondary school certificate (such as the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate or IB) and proof of English proficiency. Requirements vary by programme, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, for example, look closely at science grades. We check your grades against the requirements for free.

### Do I need to speak Greek?
No. UNIC programmes for international students are taught in English, so you do not need Greek to study. Many students pick up some Greek for daily life, but it is not required.

### How much does tuition cost?
Tuition depends on the programme and level of study, and UNIC may offer scholarships or discounts to eligible international students. Contact UNICedar for the current fees and scholarship options for your chosen programme.

### When are the application deadlines?
UNIC admits most students in the Fall (September) and Spring (January) semesters, while some programmes, such as Medicine, have one intake per year. Places in popular programmes fill early, so we recommend starting your application several months ahead. Ask us for the current deadlines.

### Can I study online or by distance learning?
Yes. UNIC is known for its distance-learning programmes, particularly at master’s level, including several of the School of Business’s 18 master’s degrees, so some students can study from Lebanon. Availability depends on the programme, we will tell you which options are offered online.

### Which subjects can I study at UNIC?
UNIC has eight schools: Medicine (six degrees, including a six-year Doctor of Medicine), Veterinary Medicine (a five-year DVM), Business (12 bachelor’s and 18 master’s degrees, plus ACA, ACCA, ADIT, CFA and CPD training), Life Sciences (Pharmacy, Human Biology, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Sports Science), Engineering (Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, and Oil & Gas, plus Computer and Data Science), Social & Human Sciences, Education, and Law.

### How is the University of Nicosia ranked?
The University of Nicosia is ranked 501–600 in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, placing it among the top 600 universities globally.

### Where are UNIC’s campuses?
UNIC’s main campus is in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. Ten programmes are also available in Athens, Greece. We tell you where your chosen programme is taught.

### How do I get a student visa for Cyprus?
After you are accepted and confirm your place, UNIC's international office guides you through the student entry permit with Cyprus' immigration authorities. After arrival you complete your residence registration. UNICedar helps you prepare the documents and keeps you on track.

### Does UNIC have student accommodation?
Yes. Students can live in dorms with a private bathroom, a balcony and a kitchenette. UNICedar explains the options and costs and helps you arrange your room before you arrive.

### How far is Cyprus from Lebanon?
Very close. A direct flight from Beirut to Larnaca takes about 40 minutes, and Nicosia is roughly a 45-minute drive from Larnaca airport, so home is never far away.

### How do I start?
Book a free consultation by WhatsApp, phone or the contact form. Tell us your grades, interests and preferred start date, and we will suggest the right programme and a clear plan for your application.

## Notes
- Programme names, fees, deadlines and requirements are set by the University of Nicosia and change between intakes; confirm current details with UNICedar or at https://www.unic.ac.cy.