Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK)
Faculty
USEK offers ~57 undergraduate programs across 12 faculties and 2 institutes.
Instruction is primarily in English or French; the Faculty of Letters and the Pontifical Faculty of Theology also run programs in Arabic.
The main campus is in Kaslik (Jounieh), with a dedicated Hboub Medical Campus for the Faculty of Medicine and three Regional University Centers in Chekka, Rmeich, and Zahlé.
USEK uses a modular credit system compatible with both US/Canadian and European ECTS standards. A handful of programs run two parallel sections (English / French) and appear as separate rows below where the program slug differs.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences (FSA)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Sciences — Food Engineering | BS | FSA Agri-Food Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Business and Commercial Sciences (FGSC)
All BBA programs run 3 years / ~99 credits.
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration — Audit | BBA | FGSC Audit | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Business Computing | BBA | FGSC Business Computing | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Finance | BBA | FGSC Finance | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Management | BBA | FGSC Management | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Marketing | BBA | FGSC Marketing | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Hotel Management | BBA | FGSC Hotel Management | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Business Administration — Transport and Logistics | BBA | FGSC Transport & Logistics | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Engineering (FI)
The Diplôme d'Ingénieur runs 5 years / ~150-160 credits after a preparatory cycle. Engineering admission is by competitive entrance exam.
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Engineering | BE | FI Biomedical Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Chemical Engineering | BE | FI Chemical Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Civil Engineering | BE | FI Civil Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Computer Engineering | BE | FI Computer Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | BE | FI Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Mechanical Engineering | BE | FI Mechanical Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Telecommunications Engineering | BE | FI Telecommunications Engineering | 159 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts (FBAAA)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Studies (BS + integrated Master) | BS+MArch | FBAAA Architecture | 300 | 5 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Sacred Art | BA | FBAAA Sacred Art | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Conservation & Restoration of Cultural Property and Sacred Art * | BA | FBAAA Sacred Art | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Graphic Design | BA | FBAAA Graphic Design & Advertising | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Advertising | BA | FBAAA Graphic Design & Advertising | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Design and Applied Arts (Interior Design) | BA | FBAAA Interior Design | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Visual and Performing Arts — Cinema and Television | BA | FBAAA Visual & Performing Arts | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Visual and Performing Arts — Audio-Visual Multimedia | BA | FBAAA Visual & Performing Arts | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Visual and Performing Arts — Photography | BA | FBAAA Visual & Performing Arts | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Visual and Performing Arts — Theater | BA | FBAAA Visual & Performing Arts | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Law (FD)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebanese Law | LLB | FD Law | 132 | 4 | AR/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Letters (FL)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arabic Language and Literature | BA | FL Arabic | 99 | 3 | AR | Link ↗ |
| English Language and Literature | BA | FL English | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| French Language and Literature | BA | FL French | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Modern Languages and Translation | BA | FL Interpretation & Translation | 99 | 3 | AR/EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Journalism and Communication | BA | FL Journalism & Communication | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences (FMSM)
Located at the Hboub Medical Campus.
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | MD | FMSM Medical Sciences | 360 | 7 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Health Fundamental Sciences (Pre-Med) | BS | FMSM Basic Health Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Human Nutrition and Dietetics — English Section | BS | FMSM Nutrition & Dietetics | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Human Nutrition and Dietetics — French Section | BS | FMSM Nutrition & Dietetics | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Music (FMUS)
Faculty of Philosophy and Humanities (FPSH)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | BA | FPSH Philosophy | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Psychology — Clinical Psychology | BA | FPSH Psychology | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Psychology — Industrial Psychology | BA | FPSH Psychology | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Education — Basic Education (French) | BA | FPSH Educational Science | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Education — Basic Education (French + Math) | BA | FPSH Educational Science | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Education — Basic Education (French + Sciences) | BA | FPSH Educational Science | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| History | BA | FPSH History | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Social Sciences | BA | FPSH Social Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Social Sciences — Labor and Social Intervention | BA | FPSH Social Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Faculty of Sciences (FS)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry — English Section | BS | FS Chemistry & Biochemistry | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Biochemistry — French Section | BS | FS Chemistry & Biochemistry | 99 | 3 | FR | Link ↗ |
| Chemistry | BS | FS Chemistry & Biochemistry | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Computer Science | BS | FS Computer Science | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Information Technology | BS | FS Computer Science | 99 | 3 | EN | Link ↗ |
| Life and Earth Sciences | BS | FS Life & Earth Sciences | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
| Actuarial and Financial Mathematics | BS | FS Mathematics | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Higher Institute of Nursing Sciences (ISSI)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Sciences | BS | ISSI Nursing | 99 | 3 | EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Higher Institute of Political and Administrative Sciences (ISSPA)
Pontifical Faculty of Theology (FPT)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theology | BA | FPT Theology | 99 | 3 | AR/EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Institute of Liturgy (IL)
| Source | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liturgy | BA | IL Liturgy | 99 | 3 | AR/EN/FR | Link ↗ |
Reference: USEK Academics | USEK University Catalogue 2024-2025 (PDF)
* TODO: the Conservation & Restoration of Cultural Property and Sacred Art bachelor uses the legacy
/academics/faculty-of-arts-and-sciences/route from before USEK's faculty restructuring; verify whether this program is still active under FBAAA's Sacred Art department.
Application
Application Types + Windows
USEK runs two undergraduate admission tracks — Scholarship Admission (early; eligible applicants are considered for merit scholarships) and Regular Admission — plus distinct windows for Engineering and Graduate programs. The application portal is apply.usek.edu.lb.
| Track | Exam window | Application deadline | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scholarship Admission (undergraduate) | March 14 – May 9, 2026 | April 29, 2026 | Admission Requirements |
| Regular Admission (undergraduate) | May 22 – July 22, 2026 | July 15, 2026 | Admission Requirements |
| Engineering (competitive entrance exam) | June 4 & July 14, 2026 | July 6, 2026 | Admission Requirements |
| Graduate | June 2 & July 23, 2026 | July 15, 2026 (results July 28, 2026) | Admission Requirements |
Difference between tracks:
- Scholarship Admission — apply by April 29, 2026 to be considered for USEK's competitive merit scholarships (administered alongside the entrance exam).
- Regular Admission — main window for general undergraduate applicants; deadline July 15, 2026 for Fall 2026-27.
- Engineering — separate competitive entrance exam (≥75/100 to pass) on June 4 or July 14, 2026.
Reference: USEK Online Admission Requirements | USEK Apply Online
Application Price
| Fee | Amount (USD) | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration fee | $200/semester | Non-refundable | Undergraduate Fees |
| Operational fee | $300/semester | Fall & Spring only | Undergraduate Fees |
| Initial payment | $1,000 | Includes the registration fee | Undergraduate Fees |
| NSSF | $94/year | Mandatory social-security contribution | Undergraduate Fees |
The Apply Now button at the bottom-left of this page opens USEK's application portal at apply.usek.edu.lb.
Tuition (AY 2025-2026)
All figures are in USD per credit. Per-credit cost is based on the school/faculty that offers the course, not the student's home faculty. For Fall 2025-2026, tuition is capped at 85% of the standard rate; full 100% rates resume in Spring 2025-2026.
| School / Program area | USD per credit |
|---|---|
| Language Remedial Courses | $137 |
| Languages & Literatures (FL, FPSH humanities) | $220 |
| Architecture (FBAAA) | $340 |
| Business Administration (FGSC) | $350 |
| Computer Science / Information Technology (FS) | $350 |
| Engineering (FI — most programs) | $406 |
| Medicine (FMSM) | $442 |
Other mandatory fees (in addition to per-credit tuition):
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration (non-refundable) | $200/semester |
| Operational fee | $300/semester (Fall & Spring) |
| NSSF | $94/year |
Payment: Four installments per semester (Fall / Spring), two installments (Summer).
Reference: USEK Undergraduate Fees
Scholarships
University-offered scholarships
Merit-based aid
| Scholarship | Coverage | Eligibility | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scholarship Admission | Partial tuition (variable) | Apply by April 29, 2026 and pass the competitive admission exam in the early window (March 14 – May 9). Awarded alongside admission decision. | Admission Requirements |
Need-based aid
| Program | Coverage | Eligibility | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSUF (Holy Spirit University Foundation) grants | Variable | Need-based; assessed by the Foundation | USEK Financial Aid |
| Reductions & installment plans | Variable | Apply through the financial-aid office | USEK International — Eligibility & Admission |
Specific coverage percentages and eligibility tiers for USEK's merit and need-based scholarships are not catalogued publicly. Contact admissions@usek.edu.lb for the current scholarship offerings.
Reference: USEK Financial Aid
Requirements
SAT
USEK accepts the SAT as a substitute for its own entrance exams in eligible programs. Per Lebanese MEHE thresholds, freshman applicants need a minimum SAT of 870 (Arts) or 950 (Sciences).
Program-specific exemptions:
- Math entrance exam — pass at ≥70/100 to be exempted.
- Engineering entrance exam — pass at ≥75/100 (required for FI admission).
High-school grades
- A recognized secondary school certificate is required: Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Bac, IB, etc.
- An equivalence from the Lebanese Ministry of Education is required for non-Lebanese curricula.
- Some programs accept the SAT as a substitute for entrance tests.
Specific minimum baccalaureate averages per faculty are not published publicly. Contact admissions for direct-entry requirements.
Reference: Admission Requirements
English proficiency
| Test | Minimum Score | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 80 | Admission Requirements |
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 | Admission Requirements |
| SAT (EBRW section) | 550 | Admission Requirements |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 | Admission Requirements |
Applicants without these scores take the USEK English placement exam.
French proficiency
USEK is bilingual; many programs are taught in French or are French-track sections. French proficiency is demonstrated by either:
- DELF B2 or TCF B2, or
- An average of ≥10/20 in French during Grades 10 and 11.
Reference: Admission Requirements
Contacts
| Office / Channel | Phone | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admissions | +961-9-600-050 | admissions@usek.edu.lb | Main contact for prospective students |
| WhatsApp — New Students | +961-81-124-984 | — | Quick admissions chat |
| WhatsApp — Application Follow-up | +961-71-061-647 | — | Applicant tracking |
| Main Switchboard (Kaslik Campus) | +961-9-600-000 | — | Routes to all departments |
| Hboub Medical Campus | — | — | Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences |
| Regional University Center — Chekka (North) | — | — | Northern Lebanon RUC |
| Regional University Center — Rmeich (South) | — | — | Southern Lebanon RUC |
| Regional University Center — Zahlé (Beqaa) | — | — | Beqaa Valley RUC |
Direct phone numbers for the Hboub Medical Campus and the three Regional University Centers are not published on the public contacts page; route through the main switchboard (+961-9-600-000) or admissions@usek.edu.lb.
Mailing address: Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK), Kaslik, Jounieh, Lebanon.
Reference: USEK Admissions Contact | USEK Home