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Universities in Mafraq

1 higher-education institution(s) in this directory are located in Mafraq. This page covers the institutions themselves plus the practical side — cost, housing, transport and student life — because location shapes the student experience as much as the programme does.

1 institutionsMafraq Governorate

In short

A northern governorate on the route toward the Syrian border, home to Al al-Bayt University. A large governorate with a dispersed population, a strong Islamic-studies institution and limited urban amenities.

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

Living and studying in Mafraq

A large governorate with a dispersed population, a strong Islamic-studies institution and limited urban amenities.

Cost of living

Low to very low.

Transport

On the main northern highway; long commute to Amman.

Housing

Inexpensive; university housing available.

Student life

Quiet and rural; distant from the main urban centres.

Advantages

  • Islamic studies and Arabic language degree provision
  • Very low costs
  • Distinctive regional setting

Considerations

  • Remote from Amman, Irbid and the main amenities
  • No Arabic-centre provision for non-native speakers
  • Very limited student infrastructure

Approximate location for orientation. Coordinates are recorded to one decimal place; confirm the exact campus or school address with the institution.

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Sources & verification

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  1. governmentJordan Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research https://mohe.gov.jo/EN/
  2. otherOpenStreetMap https://www.openstreetmap.org/