Founded in 1991, the Al-Aqsa University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Gaza City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Gaza Strip. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Territory, Al-Aqsa University (AQU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Palestinian higher education institution. Al-Aqsa University (AQU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 33-year-old Palestinian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Palestinian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AQU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Control
public
Entity
non-profit
Size
large-sized
Selectivity
least selective
Name | Al-Aqsa University ![]() |
---|---|
Name (Non Latin) | جامعة الأقصى |
Acronym | AQU |
Founded | 1991 Origins date back to 1955 as a teachers institute |
Motto | Pioneership, Excellence and Creativity |
Colours | White, green, orange and grey |
Screenshot |
![]() |
Video Presentation |
Address | Univerities Street Gaza City 4051 Gaza Strip Palestinian Territory |
---|---|
![]() |
Location Map and Satellite View |
![]() |
+970 (8) 264 1601 |
![]() |
+970 (8) 264 1602 |
What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.
The following Al-Aqsa University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Al-Aqsa University's academic range and degree level offering.
PreBach degrees |
Bachelor degrees |
Master degrees |
Doctoral degrees |
|
---|---|---|---|---|
A&H | ||||
L&C | ||||
B&S | ||||
M&H | ||||
S&T | ||||
Eng | ||||
Click here to explore a list of Al-Aqsa University courses and programs or, if not available yet, search for them with our Search Engine powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.
You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.
Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.
Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
---|---|---|
Local students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
International students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
Tip: search for Al-Aqsa University's tuition fees with the uniRank Search Engine
Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Al-Aqsa University's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Al-Aqsa University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Al-Aqsa University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Al-Aqsa University has reported to uniRank to welcome around 500 international students from various countries, including:
Tip: search for Al-Aqsa University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Al-Aqsa University.
Al-Aqsa University has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of under-50 academic employees (Faculty).
Al-Aqsa University is a public higher education institution.
Al-Aqsa University is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Al-Aqsa University does not have any religious affiliation.
What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.
uniRank provides below an overview of Al-Aqsa University's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
The Al-Aqsa University Library was established in 1991, coinciding with the transformation of the Teachers' Institute into the Faculty of Education. Since then, the library has been continuously expanding and developing its collections, adopting the latest advanced technological systems. In 1995, the library's book count was around three thousand, and since then, it actively participates in local and Arab exhibitions each year to acquire the latest titles and enrich its collections. Recognizing the significance of library development for the progress of any university, the library has strived to enhance its resources.
As of 2023, the library has amassed approximately 125,272 scientific materials in its holdings, categorized as follows:
Not reported
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
About Sport Activities and Facilities at Al-Aqsa University:
The sport facilities include:
uniRank provides below an overview of Al-Aqsa University's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
Al-Aqsa University offers various financial aids to its students, including:
These financial aids are designed to support students and make education more accessible at Al-Aqsa University.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
Al-Aqsa University offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
Al-Aqsa University offers the following distance learning features:
Not reported
Not reported
There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.
Al-Aqsa University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Territory
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1991
Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Al-Aqsa University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).
Tip: search for Al-Aqsa University's accreditations with the uniRank Search Engine
University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.
uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Al-Aqsa University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Al-Aqsa University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
|
This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
Discover uniRank rankings and reviews of all Universities in the Palestinian Territory
Search for courses, scholarships and much more anywhere in the world with the uniRank's World Universities Search Engine
Read our university guides and articles including:
Discover uniRank's world's largest directories of higher education related organizations and university libraries
Learn definitions, jargon and acronyms with the uniRank's A-Z Higher Education Glossary
We appreciate your feedback and error reports. Al-Aqsa University's official representatives can claim this institution and request to update this entire university profile free of charge by clicking on UPDATE ALL
Site last updated: Tuesday, 2 April 2024
Unlock your University's potential: spotlight your Institution on UniRank for leads, local recognition and branding. Enquiry now to feature your University here.
Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Al-Aqsa University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Al-Aqsa University's Facebook page![Al-Aqsa University's official Facebook page](https://www.4icu.org/i/new-window.png)
Al-Aqsa University's X (formerly Twitter) page![Al-Aqsa University's official Twitter page](https://www.4icu.org/i/new-window.png)
Al-Aqsa University's YouTube channel![Al-Aqsa University's official YouTube channel](https://www.4icu.org/i/new-window.png)
Al-Aqsa University's Instagram page![Al-Aqsa University's official Instagram channel](https://www.4icu.org/i/new-window.png)
Al-Aqsa University's main LinkedIn profile
n.a.