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International students are admitted on a rolling basis with no strict deadline; the university recommends applying at least three months before the semester starts.
Partner university · Tbilisi, Georgia
Caucasus International University
Founded in 1995 as a medical institute and expanded into a multi-faculty university in 2006. Its English-taught medical and dentistry programmes emphasise…
From USD 3,500Undergraduate fee per year
About the university
Why students choose Caucasus International University
Founded in 1995 as a medical institute and expanded into a multi-faculty university in 2006. Its English-taught medical and dentistry programmes emphasise early clinical exposure through partnerships with Tbilisi hospitals.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Before you apply: confirm how this institution and programme are treated by the medical or professional council in the country where you intend to practise. Recognition of Georgian degrees varies by institution and is revised from time to time. We will check the current position for you at no charge.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Caucasus International University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Documents
Undergraduate applicants send a passport copy, a high school diploma or equivalent, a passport-style photo and proof of English.
English level
Undergraduate programmes need at least B1 English and postgraduate programmes B2, shown with a certificate such as IELTS or TOEFL or a 2-3 minute self-introduction video in English.
Recognition of school certificate
Prior education must be recognised by Georgia's National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE), which usually takes 2 to 4 weeks, with documents translated into Georgian and notarised.
Application fee
The 250 US dollar application fee covers translation, notarisation and the NCEQE submission, and is not refundable.
Enrolment and visa
After recognition and payment of at least 50% of the tuition fee, the university issues the enrolment order and an invitation letter for the D3 student visa.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Caucasus International University costs
Fee period: As published on the international FAQ page
Medicine USD 6,000 a year; Dentistry USD 5,000 a year.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at ciu.edu.ge. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateUSD 3,500per year
PostgraduateUSD 3,000per year
Merit scholarships after the first yearFull semester tuition, or 75%, 50% or 25% of itStudents, including international students, after their first academic year based on academic results and student-life involvement.
Sibling discount10% tuition discountStudents whose siblings are currently studying at CIU.Programmes
Popular courses at Caucasus International University
Medical Educational Program (English)
6 years Course page
Dental Educational Program (English)
5 years (10 semesters) Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Caucasus International University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Caucasus International University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Caucasus International University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Caucasus International University cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from USD 3,500 a year and go up to USD 3,500, depending on the course. Medicine USD 6,000 a year; Dentistry USD 5,000 a year.
Does Caucasus International University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Merit scholarships after the first year (Full semester tuition, or 75%, 50% or 25% of it); Sibling discount (10% tuition discount). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Caucasus International University?
GESCO applies to Caucasus International University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Caucasus International University?
Caucasus International University is in Tbilisi, Georgia.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Caucasus International University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Caucasus International University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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