University of Balamand (UoB)
Faculty
UoB offers 64 undergraduate programs across 8 faculties and 1 institute.
Five campuses: Al-Koura (main, North Lebanon), Dekouaneh (ALBA's historic campus near Beirut), St George Hospital University Medical Center (Achrafieh, for FOM clinical), Souk El Gharb-Aley, and Beino-Akkar (Issam M. Fares Faculty of Technology).
The university follows the American system of liberal education. ALBA's Dekouaneh programs use the European ECTS system instead, taught primarily in French.
Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts (ALBA)
ALBA was founded in 1944 and integrated into UoB in 1988. It runs two campuses: Dekouaneh (the historic campus, French-track, ECTS) and Al-Koura / Balamand (English-track, US credits).
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Studies | BS | ALBA Architecture (Al-Koura) | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Interior Architecture & Design | BFA | ALBA Interior Design (Al-Koura) | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Computer Graphics and Interactive Media | BFA | ALBA Visual Arts (Al-Koura) | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Graphic Design | BFA | ALBA Visual Arts (Al-Koura) | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Etudes Architecturales | Licence | ALBA Architecture (Dekouaneh) | 240 | 4 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Arts Visuels | Licence | ALBA Visual Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR/EN | Link ↗ |
| Architecture d'Intérieur | Licence | ALBA Decorative Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Graphisme et Publicité | Licence | ALBA Decorative Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Illustration – Bande Dessinée | Licence | ALBA Decorative Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Animation 2D/3D | Licence | ALBA Decorative Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Création Multimédia | Licence | ALBA Decorative Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Photographie | Licence | ALBA Decorative Arts (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Design de Produits | Licence | ALBA Design (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Réalisation Audiovisuelle | Licence | ALBA Cinema & Audiovisual (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Television and Digital Media | BFA | ALBA Cinema & Audiovisual (Dekouaneh) | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Architecture du Paysage | Licence | ALBA Institut d'Urbanisme (Dekouaneh) | 240 | 4 | FR/EN | Link ↗ |
| Design de Mode | Licence | ALBA Mode (Dekouaneh) | 180 | 3 | FR/EN | Link ↗ |
Saint John of Damascus Institute of Theology (SJDIT)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theology | BTh | SJDIT Theology | 132 | 5 | AR/EN/Greek | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arabic Language and Literature | BA | FAS Arabic | 99 | 3 | AR | Link ↗ |
| Biology | BS | FAS Biology | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Chemistry | BS | FAS Chemistry | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Computer Science | BS | FAS Computer Science | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Education | BA | FAS Education | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| English Language and Literature | BA | FAS English | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Environmental Sciences | BS | FAS Environmental Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| French Language and Literature | BA | FAS French | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| History * | BA | FAS History | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Languages, Translation | BA | FAS Translation | 99 | 3 | AR/EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Mass Media and Communication | BA | FAS Media & Communication | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mathematics | BS | FAS Mathematics | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Philosophy * | BA | FAS Philosophy | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Physical Education | BA | FAS Physical Education | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Physics | BS | FAS Physics | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Political Science and International Affairs | BA | FAS Political Science | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Psychology | BA | FAS Psychology | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Business and Management (FOBM)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration — Accounting & Auditing | BBA | FOBM Accounting | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Finance | BBA | FOBM Finance | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Marketing and Innovation | BBA | FOBM Marketing | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Management and Entrepreneurship | BBA | FOBM Management | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Economics | BBA | FOBM Economics | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Tourism and Hotel Management | BBA | FOBM Tourism & Hospitality | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Economics | BS | FOBM Economics | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Engineering (FOE)
UoB Engineering programs run as either a 3-year B.S. track or a 4-year B.E. (after the Sophomore class) track. Both lead to graduate study, but the B.E. is the professional engineering qualification.
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | BS | FOE Chemical Engineering | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Chemical Engineering | BE | FOE Chemical Engineering | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Civil Engineering | BS | FOE Civil Engineering | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Civil Engineering | BE | FOE Civil Engineering | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Computer Engineering | BS | FOE Computer Engineering | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Computer Engineering | BE | FOE Computer Engineering | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Electrical Engineering | BS | FOE Electrical Engineering | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Electrical Engineering | BE | FOE Electrical Engineering | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mechanical Engineering | BS | FOE Mechanical Engineering | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Mechanical Engineering | BE | FOE Mechanical Engineering | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Promotion | BS | FHS Health Promotion | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Medical Laboratory Sciences | BS | FHS Medical Lab Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Nursing | BSN | FHS Nursing | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Nutritional Sciences | BS | FHS Nutrition & Dietetics | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Public Health and Development Sciences | BS | FHS Public Health | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Optics and Optometry | BS | FHS Optometry | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences (FOM)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | MD | FOM Medicine | 132 | 4 | EN | Link ↗ |
The UoB MD is a 4-year graduate-entry program (M.D. following a bachelor's degree). Total time-to-MD is typically 7 years when combined with a 3-year pre-med Bachelor (often Biology or Chemistry at FAS). MCAT and interview required.
Issam M. Fares Faculty of Technology (IFFT)
Located at the Beino-Akkar campus (North Lebanon).
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | B.Tech | IFFT Agriculture | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Aircraft Maintenance | B.Tech | IFFT Aircraft Maintenance | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Civil Construction | B.Tech | IFFT Civil Construction | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Management and Administration | B.Tech | IFFT Management | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Mechatronics | B.Tech | IFFT Mechatronics | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Telecommunications & Networks | B.Tech | IFFT Telecom & Networks | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Reference: UoB Admissions Guide 2026-27 (PDF) | UoB Faculties Index
* TODO: History and Philosophy share the FAS faculty landing page — UoB does not publish dedicated department pages for them. The Admissions Guide 2026-27 PDF lists both as active majors but the website's department index has replaced them with Cultural Studies and Theatrical Studies; verify with admissions if applying.
Application
Application Types + Windows
UoB runs three rounds — Spring, Early Admission (Fall), and Regular (Fall). The application portal opens at sisweb.balamand.edu.lb. Applicants who are not granted Early Admission are automatically forwarded to the Regular Admission pool. Admission is conditional on the Lebanese Baccalaureate (or equivalent) being received before registration.
| Round | Term | Closes | Decisions | Latest SAT | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025-26 | Spring | Dec 19, 2025 | — | — | UoB Admissions |
| Early Admission | Fall 2026-27 | Mid-Jan 2026 | By mid-Feb 2026 | December 2025 session | UoB Admissions |
| Regular Admission | Fall 2026-27 | End of May 2026 | Rolling | Up to spring 2026 sessions | UoB Admissions |
Difference between rounds:
- Early Admission — apply by mid-January 2026 with SAT scores from no later than December 2025. Decisions arrive by mid-February. Applicants not granted Early Admission roll into the Regular pool.
- Regular Admission — main window, deadline end of May 2026. SAT/ACT scores from spring 2026 sessions are accepted.
- Spring 2025-26 — mid-year intake; deadline December 19, 2025.
Reference: Admissions Guide 2026-27 (PDF) — Important Dates | UoB Admissions
Application Price
| Fee | Amount (USD) | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate application | $50 | Non-refundable | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| Graduate application | $60 | Non-refundable | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| English Language Test (EPT) | $40 | If TOEFL/IELTS not provided | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| French Language Test | $20 | Test de Positionnement | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| Medical Examination (FOM applicants) | $50 | Required for medicine | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| Physical Examination (Phys Ed applicants) | $30 | Required for FAS Physical Education | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
The Apply Now button at the bottom-left of this page opens UoB's online application portal at sisweb.balamand.edu.lb.
Tuition (AY 2025-26)
All figures are in USD per credit hour. The Lebanese Lira equivalent is shown second. UoB's official tuition rates are published in the Admissions Guide 2026-27 (PDF), pages 36-37.
| Faculty / Program | USD per credit | LBP per credit |
|---|---|---|
| Freshman | $430 | LBP 2,690,000 |
| Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Arts) | $430 | LBP 2,690,000 |
| Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Sciences) | $480 | LBP 2,990,000 |
| Faculty of Business and Management | $475 | LBP 2,950,000 |
| Faculty of Health Sciences | $480 | LBP 3,015,000 |
| Faculty of Engineering | $530 | LBP 3,310,000 |
| Issam M. Fares Faculty of Technology | $270 | LBP 1,690,000 |
| ALBA — Dekouaneh Campus (ECTS, French) | $250 | LBP 1,565,000 |
| ALBA — Balamand Campus (English) | $405 | LBP 2,525,000 |
Flat-fee programs (yearly):
| Program | USD per year |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Medicine (MD) | $30,000 |
| Executive MBA (full program) | $25,500 |
| Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) | $45,000 |
Residence fees (per academic year):
| Room type | Beit Talibat | La Maresa |
|---|---|---|
| Single Room | $1,100 | $1,160 |
| Double Room | $780 | $820 |
| Single Premium | $1,400 | $1,420 |
| Suite | — | $1,180 |
UoB notes that "the University reserves the right to change any or all fees at any time without prior notice."
Reference: UoB Admissions Guide 2026-27 (PDF) — Fees and Expenses (pp. 36-37)
Scholarships
University-offered scholarships
UoB awarded over $21 million in financial support in AY 2024-25, covering 3,479+ scholarship recipients.
Merit scholarships
Awarded to newly admitted students based on Lebanese Baccalaureate rank or SAT performance. Deadline: Early Admission.
| Coverage | Eligibility | Renewal | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% | Rank 1st in Lebanese Baccalaureate (any Governorate); OR top 4 applicants ranking in top 20% of Grades 10-11 with SAT ≥ 1450 | Cumulative average ≥ 85 | UoB Financial Support |
| 75% | Rank 2nd or 3rd in Lebanese Baccalaureate (any Governorate); OR top 6 applicants in top 20% of Grades 10-11 with SAT ≥ 1400 | Cumulative average ≥ 83 | UoB Financial Support |
| 50% | Rank 4th or 5th in Lebanese Baccalaureate (any Governorate); OR top 10 applicants in top 20% of Grades 10-11 with SAT ≥ 1300 | Cumulative average ≥ 80 | UoB Financial Support |
Dean's Honor List — 100% scholarship for the following semester for the top 4 continuing full-time undergraduates with semester average ≥ 95; representative scholarship for full-time continuing undergraduates with semester average ≥ 85.
Athletic scholarships
| Coverage | Eligibility | Conditions | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-20% of tuition | Eligible for varsity team membership; full-time enrollment; cumulative average ≥ 75; financial-aid applicant | Determined by the Selection Committee per academic year. Combined athletic + financial aid capped at 70% of total support. | UoB Athletic Scholarships |
Faculty support
| Faculty | Coverage | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| FAS — Arts disciplines | 25% | Cumulative average ≥ 75 |
| FAS — Chemistry / Environmental Sciences / Mathematics | 50% (top 5) / 30% (next 10) / standard aid (rest) | Cumulative average > 80 (top 5); > 75 (next 10). Evaluated each semester after the first. |
| FHS — Health Promotion / Nursing / Public Health | 30% + additional 20% via Financial Aid application | — |
| FHS — Nutritional Sciences | 25% + additional 20% via Financial Aid application | — |
Reference: UoB Faculty Support
Need-based aid
| Program | Coverage | Eligibility | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Aid | 10-40% of tuition | Full-time enrollment; demonstrated financial need; cumulative average ≥ 70 with clear academic standing. Renewable annually. | UoB Financial Aid |
| Student Work | 5-20% of tuition (work-study) | Financial Aid recipient; cumulative average ≥ 70 with clear academic standing | UoB Student Work |
| Deferred Payment | Monthly installments at 0% interest | Arranged at registration through the Comptrollers' Office | UoB Financial Support |
Family + sectoral support
| Program | Coverage | Eligibility | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sibling Grant | 7.5% (2nd sibling) / 12.5% (3rd sibling) | Two or more siblings enrolled simultaneously; full-time; cumulative average ≥ 75. No application required. | UoB Sibling Grant |
| Lebanese Air Force / Navy | 50% | Active or retired personnel | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| Army (retired/enlisted) | 30-50% (program-dependent) | Active enlisted, retired, or premed/transferred MD students | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| General Security / Internal Security / State Security / Judges / Greek Community / Tripoli Lawyer or Dental Syndicate | 40% (UG/Grad), 20-30% (FOM) | Active membership | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
| Pharmacy | 25% | Undergraduate programs only | Admissions Guide (PDF) |
How to apply for financial aid: submit the Financial Aid application (parent + student sections) along with required supporting documents. Deadline is specified in the acceptance package. Renew annually.
Reference: UoB Office of Financial Aid | Financial Aid Required Documents (PDF) | financial.aid@balamand.edu.lb
Requirements
SAT
UoB requires the SAT for all undergraduate applicants except:
- Applicants to non-scientific disciplines at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences
- Applicants to ALBA
- Applicants to majors taught in French
- Applicants to Tourism and Hotel Management
- Junior/Senior transfer students with 20+ transferable credits
When registering for the SAT, use UoB code 2960.
Freshman minimums:
| Track | Minimum SAT | Minimum ACT | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts (Freshman) | 870 | 15 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Undergraduate Admission |
| Sciences (Freshman) | 950 | 17 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Undergraduate Admission |
High-school grades
- A recognized secondary school certificate is required: Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Bac, Syrian Bac, Jordanian Tawjihi, German Abitur, Official Government SLC, IB Diploma (3 HL + 3 SL), or IGCSE/GCE (5 O-Levels + 3 A-Levels minimum, or 6 AS-Levels with grade ≥ D).
- An equivalence from the Lebanese Ministry of Education is required for non-Lebanese curricula.
- Grades 10 and 11 transcripts and recommendation must be submitted in a sealed envelope by the school directly, or emailed by the school to admissions@balamand.edu.lb.
Reference: UoB Admissions Criteria | Admissions Guide 2026-27 (PDF)
English proficiency
All English-medium programs require demonstrating English proficiency via one of the following (undergraduate minimums):
| Test | Minimum Score | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 71 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| TOEFL (paper-pencil) | 527 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| SAT Digital Evidence-Based Reading & Writing | 520 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| Cambridge English Scale (CES) | 160 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| TOEFL Essentials | 7 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
| UoB English Placement Test (EPT) | 63 | Admissions Guide (PDF) — Language Requirements |
Applicants who don't meet the threshold can enroll in UoB's Intensive English Program (ENGL002S → ENGL002 → ENGL003) before beginning regular coursework.
French proficiency
French-medium programs (ALBA Dekouaneh, FAS French Language &
Literature, others marked FR above) require:
- DELF/DALF B2 (≥ 50/100, with ≥ 15/25 on writing) or C1 → placed in FREN201
- DELF/DALF B1 (> 70) → placed in FREN101 (must complete in first semester)
- Otherwise: pass UoB's Test de Positionnement (French Entrance Exam)
Reference: Admissions Guide (PDF) — French Language Requirements
Contacts
| Campus / Office | Phone | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Koura Campus (Main) | +961-6-930250 | info@balamand.edu.lb | P.O. Box 100, Tripoli, Lebanon |
| Office of Admissions | +961-6-930250 ext. 3945 | admissions@balamand.edu.lb / orientation@balamand.edu.lb | Al-Koura Campus |
| Office of Financial Aid | +961-6-930250 | financial.aid@balamand.edu.lb | Al-Koura Campus |
| Dekouaneh Campus — ALBA | +961-1-480056 / +961-1-502370-1 | alba@alba.edu.lb | Rond Point Saloumeh, Dekouaneh — P.O. Box 55251, Sin El Fil, Lebanon |
| Dekouaneh Campus — Faculty of Health Sciences | +961-1-495833 / +961-1-495933 / +961-3-919678 | fhs@balamand.edu.lb | Dekouaneh Campus |
| Dekouaneh Campus — Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences | +961-1-495633 / +961-1-495733 | admededu@balamand.edu.lb | Dekouaneh Campus |
| Faculty of Postgraduate Medical Education | +961-1-502371 | pgme@balamand.edu.lb | Dekouaneh Campus |
| Beino-Akkar Campus (IFFT) | +961-6-840140 | ifft@balamand.edu.lb | Beino, Akkar |
| Souk El Gharb – Aley Campus | +961-5-272078 | seg@balamand.edu.lb | Souk El Gharb, Aley. Fax: admissions +961-5-273709, comptrollers +961-5-273809 |
Mailing address: University of Balamand, P.O. Box 100, Tripoli, Lebanon.
Reference: UoB Contact Us