University of Cyprus - UCY vs Near East University - NEU vs Girne American University - GAU vs Eastern Mediterranean University - DAU vs Cyprus International Institute of Management

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Cyprus - UCY (4.20)
University of Cyprus - UCY: wins 2/7 categories
Near East University - NEU: wins 0/7 categories
Girne American University - GAU: wins 0/7 categories
Eastern Mediterranean University - DAU: wins 2/7 categories
Cyprus International Institute of Management: wins 0/7 categories
The American College of Cyprus: wins 3/7 categories
Cyprus West University - CWU: wins 0/7 categories
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4.20
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23 reviews
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Best programme: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Best programme: Pharmacy
Best programme: Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Best programme: Economics
Best programme: Industrial Engineering
Category ratings
Facilities
3.96
3.59
3.13
4.24
Win
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
Location
3.91
3.29
3.50
4.03
Not rated
4.50
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Not rated
Professors
4.36
Win
3.63
4.11
4.23
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
Internationality
3.73
3.68
3.89
4.48
Not rated
4.50
Win
Not rated
Student life
3.78
2.89
3.11
4.25
Not rated
4.50
Win
Not rated
Value
4.32
Win
3.37
3.56
4.26
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
3.82
2.67
2.67
4.27
Win
Not rated
3.50
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High academic standards and quality of faculty
  • +Welcoming and supportive environment for growth
  • +Modern facilities and engaging learning experiences
  • +Diverse and multicultural student body
  • +Knowledgeable lecturers and engaging teaching methods
  • +Modern campus with extensive facilities and amenities
  • +Supportive and guiding teachers
  • +Encouraging and inspiring environment
  • +Excellent resources and student life support
  • +Diverse international community and peer learning
  • +Well-structured, comprehensive academic programs and experienced faculty
  • +Strong career preparation and internship opportunities

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  • +Vibrant community and engaging living environment
  • +Frequent and enjoyable campus events and activities

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are frequently criticized.
  • -The curriculum and teaching methods are often perceived as ineffective or irrelevant.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant problems.
  • -Facilities, including classrooms and dormitories, are insufficient and neglected.
  • -Teaching methods and the quality of some academic staff are poor.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent complaint.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a significant drawback.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as uninspired and disconnected from real-world applications.
  • -Administrative & management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities.
  • -Lack of practical application in curriculum.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent complaint.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources are often mentioned.
  • -Inconsistent or poor teaching quality frustrates students.

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Rating summary
What students say

Among the surveyed aspects, this institution shines brightest in its **Professors** and **Value for Money**, both receiving high marks. Conversely, **Internationality** received the lowest rating, indicating an area for potential improvement. Other categories such as Facilities, Location, Student Life, and Accomodation generally fall within a respectable mid-range, suggesting a well-rounded, though not uniformly exceptional, student experience.

This institution's internationality and professors received the highest marks, both scoring above 3.6. Facilities and value also garnered favorable reviews, around 3.5 and 3.3 respectively. However, student life, accommodation, and location were areas that received lower ratings, with accommodation being the weakest point. Overall, the university shows strengths in its global connections and academic staff, though improvements could be considered in campus life and housing.

This institution receives its highest marks for the quality of its professors, followed closely by its internationality and location. Conversely, accommodation appears to be the weakest area, with the lowest rating. Facilities and student life also received middling scores, suggesting room for improvement in these aspects of the university experience.

This institution achieves excellent ratings in several key areas, particularly in **Internationality** which stands out at 4.48. **Accomodation** and **Value** also score highly, both above 4.25. **Student Life** and **Facilities** are similarly well-regarded. The **Location** emerges as the weakest area, though still rated positively at 4.03, indicating a generally strong overall perception.

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This institution exhibits a strong overall performance, with particular excellence in Location, Student Life, and Internationality, all receiving a high 4.5 rating. Facilities and Professors are also well-regarded at 4. Value for money is rated at a solid 4. The weakest area is Accomodation, with a rating of 3.5, though still meeting a reasonable standard.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

All 23 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.22/5. Students highlight enriching academic experiences, knowledgeable professors, modern facilities, and a welcoming atmosphere.

~74% of reviews are positive, highlighting good education, diverse student body, and amazing campus facilities. ~26% of feedback is negative, with some mentioning poor management and administrative issues.

About 70% of feedback is positive, highlighting supportive teaching staff and a good learning environment. No negative reviews were recorded.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~93%) with an average rating of 4.07/5. Students praise the diverse community, academic programs, and experienced faculty, noting strong career preparation and extensive resources. No negative feedback was reported.

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With an average rating of 4/5, student reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students highlight a vibrant community with frequent events and seasonal celebrations, making it an engaging and recommendable living environment.

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Rating distribution
5★
22%
33%
20%
15%
0%
0%
0%
4★
78%
29%
50%
78%
0%
100%
0%
3★
0%
24%
30%
7%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
5%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
10%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
The greatest University

-UCY is such a great place for both of foreign and native speakers. -It has many benefits, free books and library -It has different major that you can hardly choose in a good way -It offers greek and english lessons -People are friendly -In the campus you can find literally everything such as cafes,restaurant ~ it's not just seperated buildings. -A good place to rest after studying too

The best option in Cyprus

Near East University is one of the oldest university located in North Cyrpus. The campus is in Nicosia and in the city centre. There are many faculties addressing to all kind of students. As Cyprus is a safe and easy country with regulations, many students from different countries prefer to study here. Almost 80 different nationality exists in university. Especially for social sciences, NEU gets high demand. For career, university is trying to compete with other worldwide universities. As a student do not have high expectations but you can easily receive a diploma to graduate from university.

Excellent

A renounced and progressive university that offers student with the best education and goes beyond and over to help students achieve excellence in their respective departments. An environment that supports and encourages student to strive .

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