Study in Cyprus

Study in Cyprus: schools, pathways & universities

U-accredited degrees, 320 sunny days a year, and tuition from €10,000. British-style boarding schools, English-taught bachelor’s & master’s at University of Nicosia or UCLan Cyprus, and low-cost language courses on the Mediterranean. GLOSS manages every step, from application to your Cyprus Student Pass.

Educational institutions where our clients study

Why study in Cyprus?

Booming tech & fintech hub

HQs of Wargaming, eToro, FxPro and 800+ blockchain companies recruit international grads

EU gateway

study residence card lets you travel across the EU for conferences, internships and weekend trips

20 h/week work rights

during semesters & full-time on holidays; 12-month Job–Seeking Permit after graduation

Safe island lifestyle

lowest crime rate in the EU plus Blue-Flag beaches minutes from campus

English everywhere

78 % of locals speak English; 300+ programmes taught fully in English

What study options are available?

Cyprus offers British IGCSE/A-Level, US High-School Diploma and IB Diploma in small, family-style campuses in Nicosia, Limassol & Larnaca.

Key Features:
— IGCSE, A-Level, IB Diploma; day & full boarding with sea-view dorms
— SAT/IELTS prep, Oxbridge & Ivy mock interviews, EU & US university fairs
— Marine biology labs, yacht-club sailing, coding bootcamps, drama studios
— 24 / 7 pastoral care, on-site nurses & psychologists

Cyprus hosts EU-accredited universities with flagship programmes in medicine, shipping, blockchain, hospitality and psychology.

Key Features:
— Bachelor’s €6 000 – 9 000/yr • Master’s €7 500 – 11 000/yr • MD €18 – 23 k/yr
— English-medium MBAs (AACSB & AMBA), MSc Blockchain, BEng Robotics, BA Hospitality
— Compulsory paid internships with DP World, Louis Cruises, Wargaming, Deloitte
— Scholarships up to 50 % for GPA 3.0+ or IELTS 7.0; need-based aid available
— 12-month Job–Seeking Visa → Fast-Track Permanent Residence with €24 000 salary offer

English-intensive schools in Limassol & Larnaca pair IELTS/Cambridge prep with weekend diving, winery tours and UNESCO mountain villages.

Key Features:
— General & Academic English, IELTS 4.5 → 7.5, CELTA Teacher-Training
— 15–25 hours/week; start any Monday; 2–48 weeks
— Homestay, beachside residence, or marina apartments
— Free workshops: business English, résumé clinic, Greek survival phrases
— Direct entry to university Foundation after upper-level completion

How much does it cost to study in Cyprus?

Language courses

from $450
per week​
  • The cost does not include accommodation, meals, insurance and other expenses.

    The total cost of tuition, accommodation and meals is from $12,000 per year

Pre-university Training

from $11'000
per year​
  • The cost does not include accommodation, meals, insurance and other expenses.

    Estimated cost of education with accommodation and meals from $20,000 per year

Secondary education

from $36'000
per year​
  • The cost includes tuition, accommodation, and meals. Insurance and other expenses are paid additionally​

Higher education programs

from $11'000
per year​
  • The cost does not include accommodation, meals, insurance and other expenses.

    The approximate cost of tuition, accommodation and meals is from $20,000 per year

Success stories

George got admitted to the Master’s degree program of Yale University (USA). Program: Master’s degree. Field: Business Administration

George Yale University

Angelina received a 105% grant at the University of Richmond, covering education, housing and meals needs, together with ticket and visa cost. Program: Bachelor's Degree Field: Business administration

Angelina University of Richmond

Vasilina went to Oakham school in the UK. At the age of 18 she entered the University of Amsterdam for a BA program. Program: Bachelor's Degree Field: Business Administration

Vasilina University of Amsterdam

Paul got admitted to the Master’s degree program of the University of Chicago (USA). Program: Master’s degree. Field: Business Administration

Paul University of Chicago

Eleanor entered the ONCAMPUS International Freshman Year program at Curry College , then transferred to DePaul University, USA with a $48,000 grant. Program: Bachelor's degree Field: Animation

Eleanor DePaul University

Aline entered the University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Potsdam, Germany. Program: Bachelor's degree Field: UI/UX design

Aline University of Europe

Alex entered the INTO Pre-Master's program at Suffolk University in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Program: Pre-Master's Field: Finance

Alex Suffolk University

Timur entered ONCAMPUS Foundation program at the University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands. Program: Bachelor's degree Field: Econometrics

Timur University of Amsterdam

Lessie entered the International School of Minnesota in Minneapolis, USA and then The University of Minnesota, USA. Program: Bachelor's degree Field: Business Administration

Lessie University of Minnesota

FAQ: studying in Cyprus

No; programmes and most internships run in English. Basic Greek helps daily life and we include free starter classes.

Average student budget €750 – 950/mo incl. shared housing, food, transport, insurance.

After a work contract ≥€2 000/mo, you can apply for a 5-year “Category E” residence, renewable toward permanent status in under 7 years.

Not yet, but EU residence cards let you travel 90/180 days across Schengen without extra visas.

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