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Universities in Jordan

Profiles of Jordanian universities, university colleges and special-law institutions, organised by the 高等教育省's own categories. Every profile carries the official category, location, degree levels, subject strengths, admission route, sources and a last-verified date.

34 institutionsNo paid rankingsLast verified September 202611 public · 20 private

In short

Jordan has 11 public universities, 20 private universities and 3 institutions operating under special laws represented in this directory, located across Amman, Irbid, Zarqa, Salt, Karak, Mafraq, Ma'an, Aqaba, Madaba, Jerash and Tafila. The right choice depends on the field and the objective: departmental strength and programme-level accreditation matter more than institution-wide reputation, and in regulated professions the programme accreditation is what a licensing body examines.

Criteria used on this page

No institution is described here as universally "the best". Each list states the criteria behind it, and the right choice depends on the student's objective. Criteria applied:

  • Official recognition category — Public, private, special-law, university college — per the Ministry's published lists.
  • Programme accreditation — Separate from institution recognition; decisive in medicine, dentistry, engineering, pharmacy, nursing and law.
  • Subject strength in your field — Departments diverge from institutional reputation. Ask about the specific department.
  • Language of instruction — Confirm the language for your programme — and for each year of it.
  • 所在地 and cost of living — Amman, Irbid and the smaller university cities differ materially in cost and daily experience.
  • International student support — Housing eligibility, language support and orientation for your student category.
  • Ranking position, where it exists — Always quoted with provider and edition, never presented as a fixed property.
  • Total cost — 授業料 plus accommodation, transport, materials and any clinical or laboratory charges.
UniversityAmman

The University of Jordan

الجامعة الأردنية

UniversityPublic

Frequently the first name raised for applicants weighing breadth of programme choice, research volume and the availability of a very wide postgraduate portfolio. Its size is also its trade-o…

  • StrengthsMedicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Engineering
  • LevelsBachelor, Higher Diploma, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityIrbid

Jordan University of Science and Technology

جامعة العلوم والتكنولوجيا الأردنية

UniversityPublic

A natural fit for applicants whose priority is engineering, medicine or applied science, and for students who prefer a compact, strongly science-focused campus over a very large comprehensiv…

  • StrengthsMedicine, Dentistry, Engineering (all major branches), Science
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Doctorate
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityIrbid

Yarmouk University

جامعة اليرموك

UniversityPublic

A strong candidate when the objective is humanities, education, Arabic language or a research-oriented arts degree, and one of the most established destinations for learners who want univers…

  • StrengthsArabic Language & Literature, Humanities, Education, Arts
  • LevelsBachelor, Higher Diploma, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityZarqa

The Hashemite University

الجامعة الهاشمية

UniversityPublic

Worth considering for health sciences and engineering where the applicant wants a public university outside Amman and a lower day-to-day cost of living, at the price of a less central locati…

  • StrengthsHealth Sciences (incl. Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health), Engineering, Science, Economics & Administrative Sciences
  • LevelsBachelor, Higher Diploma, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversitySalt

Al-Balqa Applied University

جامعة البلقاء التطبيقية

UniversityPublic

The main national answer for applied, technical and intermediate-diploma pathways, and the most geographically accessible option for students who cannot relocate to Amman or Irbid. Because t…

  • StrengthsApplied & Technical Education, Engineering Technology, Agriculture, Nursing & Allied Health
  • Levels中級ディプロマ、学士、修士
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

German Jordanian University

الجامعة الألمانية الأردنية

UniversityPublic

Strongest fit for applicants who want engineering or IT with genuine German-language and German industry exposure, and who value a mandatory practical placement. The German requirement is a …

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Business & Management, Applied Sciences
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityKarak

Mutah University

جامعة مؤتة

UniversityPublic

The natural public-university option for students based in or willing to relocate to southern Jordan, and one of the more affordable settings in the country. Karak is small and quiet — a goo…

  • StrengthsMedicine, Engineering, Science, Law
  • LevelsBachelor, Higher Diploma, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityMafraq

Al al-Bayt University

جامعة آل البيت

UniversityPublic

A focused choice for Islamic studies, Sharia and Arabic-language degree work. The location is a genuine consideration: Mafraq is far from Amman and has limited student amenities.…

  • StrengthsIslamic Studies & Sharia, Arabic Language, Law, Economics
  • LevelsBachelor, Higher Diploma, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityMa'an

Al-Hussein Bin Talal University

جامعة الحسين بن طلال

UniversityPublic

Most relevant to students in the Ma’an/Petra region, and to anyone wanting archaeology, tourism or mining-related study in close proximity to Jordan’s southern heritage sites. The location i…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Science, Information Technology, Archaeology & Tourism
  • LevelsBachelor, Higher Diploma, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityTafila

Tafila Technical University

جامعة الطفيلة التقنية

UniversityPublic

An option for engineering-technology study at low cost in southern Jordan, where the applicant values affordability over location profile.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Engineering Technology, Science, Information Technology
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Intermediate Diploma
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Princess Sumaya University for Technology

جامعة الأميرة سمية للتكنولوجيا

UniversitySpecial Law

The most focused national answer for a student who has already decided on computing or technology and wants a small, ICT-specialist environment with strong industry links rather than a large…

  • StrengthsComputer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity & Data Science
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Al-Hussein Technical University

جامعة الحسين التقنية

UniversitySpecial Law

A newer, employment-outcome-driven model aimed at students who want a technical degree tightly connected to hiring. Best evaluated on graduate employment evidence and placement links rather …

  • StrengthsApplied Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computing, Technical Skills & Employability
  • LevelsBachelor, Diploma / applied technical programmes
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversitySalt

Al-Ahliyya Amman University

جامعة عمان الأهلية

UniversityPrivate

One of the most established private options with a genuinely broad portfolio, including health-related fields. Like all private institutions, the meaningful comparison is programme by progra…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Medical Sciences / Allied Health, Pharmacy, Information Technology
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Doctorate
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Applied Science Private University

جامعة العلوم التطبيقية الخاصة

UniversityPrivate

Considered particularly for health-professional programmes (pharmacy, dentistry, nursing) where the applicant wants a private-sector route with practical facilities. Confirm clinical-trainin…

  • StrengthsPharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing, Engineering
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Doctorate
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

University of Petra

جامعة البتراء

UniversityPrivate

A private option noted for design, media and language-and-translation fields alongside health and engineering, offering a broader arts-and-media profile than some of its peers.…

  • StrengthsPharmacy & Medical Sciences, Engineering, Information Technology, Business
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Philadelphia University

جامعة فيلادلفيا

UniversityPrivate

A large private university with a wide portfolio, useful as a comparison baseline when weighing private-sector options programme by programme.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Pharmacy & Medical Sciences, Business & Finance
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan

جامعة الزيتونة الأردنية

UniversityPrivate

A mid-sized private university in south-eastern Amman, most often compared on specific engineering, IT or pharmacy programmes rather than institution-wide reputation.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Pharmacy & Medical Sciences, Science
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Middle East University

جامعة الشرق الأوسط

UniversityPrivate

Frequently chosen for business, law and postgraduate management study, and known for a sizeable international cohort.…

  • StrengthsBusiness & Administrative Sciences, Engineering, Information Technology, Law
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Doctorate
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Amman Arab University

جامعة عمان العربية

UniversityPrivate

A notable option when the objective is a master’s or doctorate, particularly in management, education or law, rather than a first degree.…

  • StrengthsPostgraduate Study, Business & Administrative Sciences, Engineering, Information Technology
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Doctorate
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityMadaba

American University of Madaba

الجامعة الأمريكية في مادبا

UniversityPrivate

Most relevant to applicants who want a fully English-medium undergraduate experience in Jordan without studying abroad, and who value small-cohort teaching.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Business, Design & Media
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityZarqa

Zarqa University

جامعة الزرقاء

UniversityPrivate

The main private option for students based in Zarqa who want to study locally rather than commute to Amman or Irbid.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Science, Business & Economics
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityJerash

Jerash University

جامعة جرش

UniversityPrivate

Nationally distinctive for agriculture and environment-related programmes, with a small-city setting close to the Jerash archaeological site.…

  • StrengthsAgriculture & Environment, Science, Business, Arts & Educational Sciences
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityIrbid

Irbid National University

جامعة إربد الأهلية

UniversityPrivate

A private alternative in Irbid, most often considered by students who want Irbid’s lower cost of living with private-university entry flexibility.…

  • StrengthsBusiness & Administrative Sciences, Law, Science, Information Technology
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityIrbid

Jadara University

جامعة جدارا

UniversityPrivate

A newer private university in Irbid with engineering and pharmacy provision; evaluate on programme-level facilities and accreditation.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Pharmacy, Business
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Al-Israa University

جامعة الإسراء

UniversityPrivate

Most often evaluated for nursing and allied-health programmes, where clinical training arrangements are the decisive factor.…

  • StrengthsHealth Sciences & Nursing, Pharmacy, Engineering, Information Technology
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAqaba

Aqaba University of Technology

جامعة العقبة للتكنولوجيا

UniversityPrivate

The notable option for students who specifically want to be in Aqaba — useful for logistics, port and marine-adjacent study and for combining study with the Red Sea environment.…

  • StrengthsEngineering, Information Technology, Business, Marine & Environmental Studies
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAqaba

Aqaba Medical Sciences University

جامعة العقبة للعلوم الطبية

UniversityPrivate

A specialised health-sciences institution in Aqaba. Applicants to medicine and dentistry should treat accreditation, clinical-training availability and post-graduation licensing recognition …

  • StrengthsMedicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing
  • LevelsBachelor
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

World Islamic Sciences University

جامعة العلوم الإسلامية العالمية

UniversityPrivate

The clearest national destination for Classical-Arabic-adjacent and Islamic-studies degree work in an Arabic-medium environment. Non-native applicants should plan for language preparation be…

  • StrengthsIslamic Studies & Sharia, Arabic Language & Literature, Qur’anic Studies, Islamic Economics & Banking
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Doctorate
View profile Verified September 2026
UniversityAmman

Arab Open University

الجامعة العربية المفتوحة

UniversitySpecial Law

The main structured option for students who need a flexible, blended or distance route alongside work or family commitments. Because delivery mode affects recognition in some countries, veri…

  • StrengthsOpen & Distance Learning, Business & Management, Information Technology, English Language & Literature
  • LevelsBachelor, Master, Diploma
View profile Verified September 2026
University CollegeAmman

Ammon Applied University College

كلية عمان الجامعية للعلوم التطبيقية

University CollegePublic

Relevant to students and families weighing an applied, employment-oriented pathway against a longer academic degree — an important and legitimate route that is often overlooked in favour of …

  • StrengthsApplied Engineering Technology, Technical Trades, Vocational & Occupational Skills, Career-oriented diplomas
  • LevelsIntermediate Diploma, Bachelor
View profile Verified September 2026
University CollegeAmman

Luminus Technical University College

كلية لومينوس الجامعية التقنية

University CollegePrivate

A useful option for students seeking employment-oriented technical education rather than a traditional academic university pathway. Its breadth makes it especially relevant to applied techno…

  • StrengthsApplied engineering, Applied medical sciences, Business and finance, Hospitality and tourism
  • LevelsDiploma, Applied higher education, Professional training
View profile Verified September 2026
University CollegeAmman

National University College of Technology

الكلية الجامعية الوطنية للتكنولوجيا

University CollegePrivate

A newer technical college focused on practical technology education and employability. It is relevant to applicants who want a shorter, applied route into technical fields.…

  • StrengthsTechnology, Applied technical skills, Basic sciences and humanities, Employment-oriented training
  • LevelsDiploma, Technical higher education
View profile Verified September 2026
University CollegeAmman

Royal Academy of Culinary Arts

الأكاديمية الملكية لفنون الطهي

University CollegePrivate

A specialised choice for students targeting culinary, food-and-beverage and hospitality careers. The practical training and industry exposure make it structurally different from a convention…

  • StrengthsCulinary arts, Food and beverage management, Hospitality, Industry internships
  • LevelsBachelor, Diploma, Professional diploma
View profile Verified September 2026
University CollegeAmman

Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College for Innovation

كلية طلال أبوغزاله الجامعية للابتكار

University CollegePrivate

A niche option for applicants who want business and information technology framed around innovation and entrepreneurship rather than a traditional broad university structure.…

  • StrengthsInnovative business, Innovative information technology, Entrepreneurship, Digital skills
  • LevelsBachelor, Master
View profile Verified September 2026

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Priority order: official Jordanian government authorities → official institution websites → accreditation organisations → official ranking organisations → Visit Jordan → other reliable sources. Claims that could not be verified from these are marked as unverified rather than presented as fact.

  1. governmentJordan 高等教育省 and Scientific Research https://mohe.gov.jo/EN/
  2. governmentHigher Education Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission https://www.heac.org.jo/
  3. governmentStudy in Jordan (national higher-education portal) https://studyinjordan.jo/
  4. governmentRecognition & Certificates Equivalency Directorate https://rce.mohe.gov.jo/en/