How to study in Tunisia as an international student?

Comment etudier en Tunisie en tant qu'etudiant international?

Confidence: high Reviewed: 2026-04-04 EN FR

Short Answer

17 public universities, 70+ private institutions. Programs in French and Arabic (some English). Tuition: public ~1,000 TND/year ($330), private 5,000-15,000 TND/year. Student visa required (apply at embassy). Popular fields: medicine, engineering, business. Student life: affordable (300-500 USD/month total). ISIC card for discounts. Accommodation: university dorms or shared apartments.

Version francaise

17 universites publiques, 70+ institutions privees. Programmes en francais et arabe (certains en anglais). Frais : public ~1000 TND/an, prive 5000-15000 TND/an. Visa etudiant requis. Domaines populaires : medecine, ingenierie, business. Vie etudiante abordable (300-500 USD/mois). Carte ISIC pour reductions.

Sources & Evidence

307,000 students in higher education

307 000 etudiants dans l'enseignement superieur

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Ministere de l'Enseignement Superieur 2024 2024-09-01 — 2025-06-30 307000 etudiants

Limitations & Caveats

Data reflects latest available official sources. Some figures may have a 6-12 month lag. Estimates are clearly labeled.

Review & Confidence

Last reviewed2026-04-04
Expires2026-09-30
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Author & Reviewer

Authorwelovetunisia.com Editorial Team
ReviewerMohamed Nizar Yaiche
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