4. Cyprus International University (world rankings: 3786)
Established in 1997, Cyprus International University is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Lefkosia (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Northern Cyprus. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu (Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council, North Cyprus), Cyprus International University (CIU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Cyprus International University (CIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 21 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Cypriot higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.