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Al Hussein Bin Talal University

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Al Hussein Bin Talal University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Al Hussein Bin Talal University is a public coeducational university in Jordan. It suits students who want a broad undergraduate option in the country’s south, especially if they are looking at science, business, nursing, education, humanities, IT, or engineering.

  2. What you can study

    Al Hussein Bin Talal University offers bachelor’s degree programmes through eight colleges. The subject areas listed are natural and environmental sciences, business, nursing, education, humanities, IT, and engineering. It also has two deanships and nine scientific centers involved in research and development projects.

  3. Getting in

    The university’s official website is the place to confirm entry requirements, application steps, document checks, and deadlines. No international-admissions procedure details are stated here, so applicants should verify the current process directly with the admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, transport, and daily expenses in Jordan, so applicants should budget separately for those.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check the application documents, admission deadlines, visa steps, and any housing or arrival arrangements with the university.

  6. How it compares

    Jordan has 29 universities, and Al Hussein Bin Talal University sits among them as a public option with a broad undergraduate offer and a strong research and development orientation through its scientific centers. Its location in the south of the country may suit students who want to study outside Amman while still choosing a comprehensive university.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Al Hussein Bin Talal University

What type of university is Al Hussein Bin Talal University?

It is a public coeducational university in Jordan.

What can students study there?

Bachelor’s degree programmes are offered in natural and environmental sciences, business, nursing, education, humanities, IT, and engineering.

Does the university publish international tuition fees?

No tuition fee range is published for international students; confirm the current rate with the admissions office.

Where is the university located?

It is in southern Jordan, about 210 km from Amman and about 9 km northwest of Ma'an.

Overview

Al-Hussein Bin Talal University (AHU) is a public coeducational university in the heart of the southern region of Jordan. It is 210 km from the capital city of Amman and about 9 km to the northwest of Ma'an. It was established by a Royal Decree on April 28, 1999. AHU is a comprehensive public university in a self-contained campus and has a student population representing nearly every governorate in the country. It has grown to eight colleges offering bachelor's degree programs in natural and environmental sciences, business, nursing, education, humanities, IT and engineering; and two Deanships: the Deanship of Student Affairs and the Deanship of Scientific Research. AHU has nine scientific centers that are heavily engaged in research and development projects to serve local and national communities.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Jordan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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