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Sun, English-taught, EU island study.

8
Universities
25K
International students
€3,500–12,000/yr
Tuition
English widely used
EU member
Overview

Why Cyprus.

Cyprus is a sunny, English-friendly EU island with a fast-growing private-university sector, affordable tuition, and a relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle. Strong in business, medicine, and tourism, with English widely used in teaching and daily life, it's an easy, warm gateway into European study.

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English-medium & easy

English is widely used in teaching and daily life — a smooth, barrier-free entry into EU study.

Fast-growing universities

A booming private-university sector plus respected public universities, strong in business, medicine, and IT.

Sun & sea

340 days of sunshine, Mediterranean beaches, and a safe, relaxed island lifestyle.

Affordable & scholarship-rich

Tuition of €3,500–12,000/year with generous scholarships and a low cost of living.

Business & tourism economy

A services, shipping, and tourism hub, with internships and graduate roles across the island.

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Intakes

When you can
begin.

Autumn intake
Starts September 2026
Apply Mar–Jul 2026

The main intake — all programmes and scholarships open.

Spring intake
Starts February 2027
Apply Oct–Dec 2026

A strong second intake at many private universities.

Cost of studying

What it really
costs.

Cyprus pairs affordable English-medium study (with scholarships) and a sunny island lifestyle. Use this as a planning guide.

Program level
Bachelor's (English)€3,500 – €9,000 / yr
Master's (English)€4,000 – €10,000 / yr
English Medicine€10,000 – €20,000 / yr
PhDScholarships common

* Private universities offer generous scholarships; medicine sits at the higher end.

Average monthly living costs
Nicosia€700 – €1,050 / mo
Limassol€800 – €1,150 / mo
Larnaca€650 – €1,000 / mo

Cost of living

Limassol is the priciest, especially near the sea; Nicosia and Larnaca are gentler. Low food costs, sunshine year-round, scholarships, and a strong part-time job market make Cyprus an easy, affordable island base.

Scholarships

Funding that
follows merit.

Popular cities

Where you'll
live & study.

Nicosia

Nicosia

20°C avg · hot summers Pop. 330K · capital & main unis

The capital and university heart — the University of Cyprus and major private universities within Venetian walls.

Limassol

Limassol

21°C avg · coastal Pop. 240K · business & beach

A cosmopolitan seaside business hub — shipping, finance, and a lively beachfront student scene.

Larnaca

Larnaca

21°C avg · coastal Pop. 145K · airport & seaside

A relaxed palm-lined coastal city by the main airport — affordable, sunny, and easy to settle into.

Visa

The visa,
step by step.

EHEC manages your visa end-to-end. We assemble your document checklist, open and verify your blocked account, arrange tax-compliant financial proofs, book your embassy appointment, and run mock interviews until you walk in confident.

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01

Admission letter

Secure your place — the basis of the student entry permit / visa.

02

Proof of funds

Show funds covering tuition and living for the year. We prepare the documentation.

03

Student visa & permit

Apply via the university and the migration department, then register for a residence permit after arrival.

04

Stay & work

Graduates can seek work in services, shipping, and tourism, with EU mobility options.

FAQ

Frequently asked
questions.

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Tuition is €3,500–12,000/year (medicine higher); living runs €700–1,100/month. Generous scholarships are common, especially at private universities.

Cyprus is one of Europe's safest countries, English-friendly, with student healthcare and large, welcoming international communities.

Yes — students may work up to 20 hours/week, with strong roles in tourism, hospitality, and services.

A services, shipping, and tourism economy plus EU access shape outcomes; English works widely, Greek helps locally.

No — English is widely used in teaching and daily life. Greek is a bonus for some local roles; we plan support.

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