Rafik Hariri University (RHU)
Faculty
RHU offers 20 undergraduate programs across 3 colleges (CAS, CBA, CE).
A single 54,000 m² campus in Mechref-Damour, 20 km south of Beirut.
English is the language of instruction on the American credit system (~30 credits/year). Engineering is ABET-accredited.
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
ABET-accredited Computer Science.
College of Business Administration (CBA)
All BBA programs run 3 years / 99 credits.
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | BBA | CBA Financial Studies | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Business Information Technology Management | BBA | CBA Financial Studies | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Finance and Banking | BBA | CBA Financial Studies | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Management | BBA | CBA Management Studies | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Human Resources Management | BBA | CBA Management Studies | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Marketing and Advertising | BBA | CBA Management Studies | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
College of Engineering (CE)
ABET-accredited. Each engineering program runs as either a BS (4 yr / 116 credits) or BE (5 yr / 152 credits) track. Mechatronics Engineering at RHU was the first such program in Lebanon.
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil and Environmental Engineering | BS | CE Civil & Environmental Engineering | 116 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Civil and Environmental Engineering * | BE | CE Civil & Environmental Engineering | 152 | 5 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Biomedical Engineering | BS | CE Electrical & Computer Engineering | 116 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Biomedical Engineering | BE | CE Electrical & Computer Engineering | 152 | 5 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Computer and Communications Engineering | BS | CE Electrical & Computer Engineering | 116 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Computer and Communications Engineering | BE | CE Electrical & Computer Engineering | 152 | 5 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Electrical Engineering | BS | CE Electrical & Computer Engineering | 116 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Electrical Engineering | BE | CE Electrical & Computer Engineering | 152 | 5 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mechanical Engineering | BS | CE Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering | 116 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mechanical Engineering | BE | CE Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering | 152 | 5 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mechatronics Engineering (first in Lebanon) | BS | CE Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering | 116 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mechatronics Engineering (first in Lebanon) | BE | CE Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering | 152 | 5 | EN | Link ↗ |
Reference: RHU Undergraduate Programs | RHU Academics Index
* TODO: the BE pathway in Civil and Environmental Engineering shares the department overview URL — RHU has not published a dedicated per-track page for the 5-year BE option in Civil. The 4-year BS Civil page is the closest direct reference.
Application
Application Types + Windows
RHU operates Fall and Spring admission cycles with rolling decisions. Specific 2026-27 deadlines are not centrally listed — applicants are directed to the RHU Admission Requirements page for the current cycle's exact deadlines.
| Term | Reference |
|---|---|
| Fall 2026-27 | RHU Admission Requirements |
| Spring 2026 | RHU Admission Requirements |
Specific application opening / closing dates for AY 2026-27 are not published centrally. Contact admissions@rhu.edu.lb or the Admissions Office (+961-25-603090 ext. 405/406/407/422) for the current cycle.
Reference: RHU Admission Requirements | RHU Apply Online
Application Price
| Fee | Amount (USD) | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $30 | Non-refundable. Paid on campus or at any BankMed branch. | Admission Requirements |
The Apply Now button at the bottom-left of this page opens RHU's online application portal at ungradapp.rafikhaririuniversity.org.
Tuition
RHU's per-credit tuition rates by college are not published openly on the website — they are provided as a PDF from the Office of Finance. Contact the Admissions Office or financial-aid@rhu.edu.lb for the current schedule. Approximately 25% of students receive some form of scholarship or financial aid.
Reference: RHU Financial Aid & Scholarship Programs
Scholarships
University-offered scholarships
RHU offers three merit scholarship tracks plus need-based aid and a sibling discount.
Merit scholarships
| Scholarship | Coverage | Eligibility | Conditions | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship | 20–50% of tuition | Academic excellence based on school grades | Automatic — no application required | Financial Aid |
| Competition Scholarship | 20–50% of tuition | Winners of RHU-organized school competitions | Automatic for competition winners; must meet admission requirements | Financial Aid |
| Athletic Scholarship | 25–50% of tuition | Demonstrated athletic ability | Submit form to Admissions with coach references and awards record | Financial Aid |
Need-based aid
| Program | Coverage | Eligibility | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Aid Fund | Discount on tuition only (excludes books, housing, repeated courses) | New students with limited resources + academic potential; priority to financially challenged students with strong scholastic aptitude. Deadline: August 15, 2025. Apply at ssf.rafikhaririuniversity.org. | Financial Aid |
| Sibling Discount | 10% discount for one sibling (max 2 beneficiaries if 3+ enrolled) | Two or more siblings enrolled simultaneously | Financial Aid |
| Work-Study Program | On-campus employment up to 8 hours/week | Apply with financial-need documentation | Financial Aid |
External — Hariri Foundation partnership
| Program | Coverage | Eligibility | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hariri Foundation Scholarship | Partial / full tuition (variable) | RHU students; awarded annually (28 students received it in AY 2024-25) | Hariri Foundation — RHU 28 scholarships |
How to apply for financial aid: complete the online Financial Aid application at ssf.rafikhaririuniversity.org by August 15, 2025 (Fall) and submit supporting documents to the Office of Admissions.
Reference: RHU Financial Aid & Scholarship Programs
Requirements
SAT
The SAT is required for Freshman applicants per the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE):
| Track | Minimum SAT | Minimum ACT | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts track (Freshman) | 870 | 15 | Admission Requirements |
| Sciences track (Freshman) | 950 | 17 | Admission Requirements |
High-school grades
- Lebanese Baccalaureate — all tracks accepted (General, Life Sciences, Sociology & Economics, Humanities & Literature); remedial courses may be required.
- Technical Baccalaureate — requires remedial courses in Math, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, and/or Economics depending on major.
- Foreign Secondary Certificates (French Bac, IB, German Abitur, etc.) — must be validated by the Lebanese Ministry of Education.
- US High School Diploma — requires equivalence from the Lebanese Ministry of Higher Education.
- British GCE — minimum 5 O-Levels + 1 A-Level for freshman; 5 O-Levels + 3 A-Levels for sophomore.
Required documents:
- High school transcripts (last 3 years)
- Diplomas and equivalence certificates
- Civil status records
- ID / passport copies
- Three passport-sized photos
- University transcripts (transfer students only)
Reference: RHU Admission Requirements
English proficiency
All instruction at RHU is in English. Applicants demonstrate proficiency via one of the following (undergraduate minimums):
| Test | Minimum Score | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 80 | Admission Requirements |
| TOEFL ITP / In-House | 550 | Admission Requirements |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | Admission Requirements |
| SAT Reading & Writing | 530 | Admission Requirements |
| RHU English Entrance Exam | 380 | Admission Requirements |
Applicants below thresholds enroll in the Intensive English Program before starting regular coursework.
Contacts
| Office | Phone | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admissions Office | +961-25-603090 ext. 405 / 406 / 407 / 422 | admissions@rhu.edu.lb | Mechref, Damour |
| Main Switchboard | +961-25-603090 | info@rhu.edu.lb | Single 54,000 m² campus, 9 main buildings |
Mailing address: Rafik Hariri University, Mechref, Damour, Lebanon (20 km south of Beirut).
Reference: RHU Prospective Students Contact