University of Petra: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4753 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1661 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #14 of 30 | In Jordan |
| #8 of 15 | In Amman |
| #1786 of 3,323 | For Management Information Systems |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 84%
- Enrollment
- 8,000
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Master
- Website
- uop.edu.jo
- Languages
- Arabic;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 84% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate with pass grade of at least 60%; Pharmacy and Architecture 80% |
| Academic Calendar | October to June |
| Enrollment | 8,000 |
We've calculated the 84% acceptance rate for University of Petra based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Petra has published 2,476 scientific papers with 24,877 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Computer Science, Biology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Chemistry, Medicine, Engineering, Environmental Science, Physics, Political Science, and Law.
University of Petra majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 | 3 |
| 2001 | 5 | 4 |
| 2002 | 8 | 15 |
| 2003 | 8 | 21 |
| 2004 | 5 | 26 |
| 2005 | 8 | 45 |
| 2006 | 9 | 41 |
| 2007 | 10 | 60 |
| 2008 | 14 | 80 |
| 2009 | 21 | 88 |
| 2010 | 31 | 117 |
| 2011 | 48 | 193 |
| 2012 | 55 | 239 |
| 2013 | 95 | 266 |
| 2014 | 76 | 384 |
| 2015 | 70 | 427 |
| 2016 | 65 | 482 |
| 2017 | 94 | 656 |
| 2018 | 106 | 788 |
| 2019 | 105 | 1038 |
| 2020 | 174 | 1511 |
| 2021 | 197 | 2138 |
| 2022 | 224 | 2816 |
| 2023 | 279 | 4171 |
| 2024 | 331 | 4905 |
| 2025 | 518 | 5280 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Petra gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per semester) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 4,000 JOD |
| Bachelor of Computer Science | 4,500 JOD |
| Bachelor of Architecture | 5,000 JOD |
| Bachelor of Civil Engineering | 5,500 JOD |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | 6,000 JOD |
| Master of Business Administration | 6,500 JOD |
| Master of Computer Science | 7,000 JOD |
| Master of Architecture | 7,500 JOD |
| Master of Civil Engineering | 8,000 JOD |
Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
The University of Petra has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Petra.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | No | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Arabic, Architecture, Business Administration, Business Computing, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Graphics, Computer Networks, Computer Science, E-Business/Commerce, Education, English, Finance, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Journalism, Marketing, Mathematics, Nutrition, Pharmacy, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Software Engineering, Translation and Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Arabic, Business Administration, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies, Pharmacy, Translation and Interpretation |
University of Petra faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Administrative and Financial Sciences | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Business Computing, E-Business/Commerce, Finance, Marketing |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Architecture and Design | Architecture, Computer Graphics, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Multimedia |
| Faculty : Arts and Sciences | Arabic, Chemistry, Educational Sciences, English, Literature, Media Studies |
| Faculty : Engineering | Civil Engineering |
| Faculty : Information Technology | Computer Networks, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering |
| Faculty : Law | Administrative Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, History of Law, International Law, Labour Law, Law, Private Law, Public Law |
| Faculty : Mass Communication | Journalism, Radio and Television Broadcasting |
| Faculty : Pharmacy and Medical Sciences | Biomedicine, Nutrition, Pharmacology, Pharmacy |
General information
| Alternative names | UOP جامعة البتراء |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1991 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research |
| Motto | A Bridge Towards Knowledge |
| Colors | brown |
Location and contacts
| Address | Airport Road PO Box 961343 Amman, 11196 Jordan |
|---|---|
| City population | 4,008,000 |