The Comprehensive Guide to the Equivalency of Arab and Foreign Certificates and Admission to Syrian Universities 2026

Admission to Syrian Universities for Foreign Certificates, Equivalency of Turkish Certificates in Syria, Arab and Foreign Students’ Admission System, Private University Costs, and University Transfers in Syria

Many students holding foreign secondary school certificates (Arab or international) seek to continue their academic journey in Syrian universities (public and private).

In this detailed guide, we answer all questions related to admission requirements, certificate equivalency procedures, study costs, and transfer systems for certificates from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Lebanon, and Jordan.

First: Admission Requirements and Competition System by Certificate Type

1. Turkish Secondary Certificate in Syria

Admission requirements:
Admission is based on the Turkish high school certificate after it has been officially equated and translated in Syria.
Applications are submitted through the “Arab and Foreign Students Competition” or the Syrian student admission system.

Calculated grade system:
The cumulative GPA (Diploma Notu / OBP) is considered according to the Syrian equivalency system, not only the final year grade.

2. Saudi Secondary Certificate in Syria

Admission requirements:
After completing equivalency procedures for the Saudi high school certificate.
Application is through the “Arab and Foreign Students Competition” or Syrian admission system.

Calculated grade system:
The final cumulative high school GPA is considered.

3. UAE Secondary Certificate in Syria

Admission requirements:
After completing official authentication and equivalency procedures.
Application is through the “Arab and Foreign Students Competition” or Syrian admission system.

Calculated grade system:
Usually based on the UAE high school certificate GPA if available; otherwise, final year grade is considered.

4. Qatari Secondary Certificate in Syria

Admission requirements:
After completing authentication and equivalency procedures.
Application is through the “Arab and Foreign Students Competition” or Syrian admission system.

Calculated grade system:
Usually based on the final grade of Grade 12.

5. Lebanese Secondary Certificate in Syria

Admission requirements:
After completing authentication and equivalency procedures.
Application is through the “Arab and Foreign Students Competition” or Syrian admission system.

Calculated grade system:
Based directly on the official Lebanese Baccalaureate average.

6. Jordanian Secondary Certificate in Syria

Admission requirements:
After completing authentication and equivalency procedures.
Application is through the “Arab and Foreign Students Competition” or Syrian admission system.

Calculated grade system:
Fully based on the final Tawjihi average.

What does “competition system” mean? Is admission guaranteed?

The competition system is a merit-based ranking process used by Syrian universities. Students are ranked according to their grades, and seats are allocated based on preferences and available capacity.

Therefore, admission is not guaranteed. It depends directly on your final grade and the annual admission cut-off scores.

Second: Equivalency of Turkish and Foreign Certificates in Syria

The general equivalency process is carried out through the Examination Department of the Syrian Ministry of Education.

Documents are submitted to obtain a registration number for university application.

The process usually takes from one day to one week.

Important note for Turkish vocational certificates (Meslek / professional tracks):
They are often classified as vocational secondary education in Syria (industrial, commercial, or vocational) depending on specialization.

For (Eşit Ağırlık / equal-weight tracks):
They are usually classified as literary stream, because the scientific stream in Syria requires intensive science subjects.

Third: University Transfer from Abroad to Syria

Students studying abroad can transfer and continue their studies in Syria under specific conditions:

Transfer possibility:
Yes, transfer is possible from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Lebanon, and Jordan, provided the university is recognized by the Syrian Ministry of Higher Education and the student meets transfer requirements.

Transfer to private universities:
Private universities are more flexible and accept transfer applications more easily compared to public universities.

Transfer between private and public universities:
Transfer from a private foreign university to a Syrian public university is generally not possible, while transfer to private universities in Syria is common and easier.

Fourth: Old Secondary Certificates (2025 and earlier)

Can old certificates be used?
Yes, students with older certificates can apply to parallel education programs, private universities, or open education depending on annual regulations.

Is there a deduction in grades?
No deduction is applied due to certificate age. However, older certificates usually cannot compete for free public university seats.

Fifth: Study Costs and University Fees in Syria

• Public education: Almost free with symbolic fees.
• Parallel education: Around 100–300 USD per year depending on faculty.
• Private universities: Approximately 700–2400 USD per year depending on university and major (medical and engineering fields are more expensive).

Student housing: Available in most major cities at low and affordable prices.

Language of instruction: Arabic is the main language of instruction in all fields, including medicine and engineering.

Do you have any further questions about certificate equivalency or choosing the right university in Syria?

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