• Founded: 2002
  • Tbilisi, Georgia
  • Type: Private
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Study at Caucasus International University (CIU)

We’ll tell you everything you need to know about becoming an international student at Caucasus International University (CIU) in Tbilisi, Georgia. Discover CIU’s rich history, internationally recognized programs, tuition fees, admission process, and how you can start your educational journey at one of Georgia’s leading universities.

Caucasus International University (CIU) has a proud legacy spanning over 23 years. Established in 1995 as the medical institute “Clinitsist,” CIU quickly received its license from the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Georgia. By 2005, the institute earned full accreditation from the Accreditation Council of Higher Education Institutions, marking a major milestone in its growth.

In 2006, the university evolved into a multi-profile higher education institution, adopting the name Caucasus International University (CIU) LLC.

Over the years, CIU has consistently demonstrated excellence. In 2018, the university successfully passed the authorization process and was granted a six-year authorization by the Authorization Council of the National Center for Education Quality Enhancement (Decision #88, dated 14.11.2018). It received one of the highest evaluation scores among Georgian higher education institutions.

Earlier, in 2007, CIU was granted an institutional accreditation for five years by the Accreditation Council of Higher Education Institutions. This was followed by another five-year authorization in 2012, during which time up to 30 undergraduate, integrated, postgraduate, and PhD programs at CIU were fully accredited.

Recognizing the growing demand for its programs, the Authorization Council of the National Centre for Educational Quality Enhancement approved CIU’s application in July 2015, setting the maximum student intake at 4,700 students. Later, on March 4, 2019, the Accreditation Council unanimously approved an increase, raising the student capacity by an additional 2,700 students, bringing the total to 7,400 students.

Today, CIU stands proudly as a leading institution offering quality education, modern infrastructure, and a global outlook — a true gateway for international students aspiring for academic excellence in Georgia.

Caucasus International University’s Tuition Fees And Programs For International Students.

Bachelor Degree Programs & Tuition Fees
Bachelor Degree ProgramsTuition Fees per  yearDuration
Faculty of Business  
Business Administration$35004yrs
Faculty of Medicine  
Medicine$55006yrs
Dentistry (Single-circle)$45005yrs
Master’s Degree ProgramsTuition Fees per  yearDuration
Faculty of Business  
Master’s Degree Educational Program In International Marketing$35002yrs
Faculty of Social Sciences  
Master’s Degree Educational Program In Global Policy and Security Studies$30002yrs

Doctorate Degree (Ph.D) Programs

Tuition Fees per  yearDuration

To get Admission at the Caucasus International University (CIU) simply fill our Application form or send all the required documents to [email protected].

List of the required documents:

  1. Copy of the passport;
  2. High School Certificate or BA degree Diploma (for MA degree applicants) along with transcript;
  3. Application fee payment receipt.
  4. Video Interview (Contact us for sample)

Application Status:

After submission, within the 7 working days of fulfilling the application requirements, we will send you an official offer letter from the Caucasus International University Tbilisi. On the basis of the signed offer letter, Admission office will start enrollment procedure. Translation, notarization, recognition and enrollment procedures take approximately 2 – 4 weeks.

CIU has no deadline for admission. However, the University has two intakes. Students can get admission to either join Fall Academic Session (September batch) or the Spring Academic Session (February/March batch).

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Once the invited applicant sends the personal identification and educational documentation to the Caucasus International University, the documents will be submitted to the National Centre for Educational Quality Enhancement and to the Ministry of Education and Science to obtain the Ministry enrollment. As soon as the enrollment procedure will be successfully completed, the University will inform the applicant of his successful enrollment to study in Georgia.

Let’s Start your admission process to study in Caucasus International University today, fill the Application form or send all the required documents to  [email protected].

As soon as the enrolment procedure will be successfully completed, CIU will send you an official invitation letters which – together with other documents – will be required for the applicant to apply for studying VISA to the closest Georgian Embassy. 

For more information about the visa regime for your country nationals and stateless persons residing in the relevant countries, see our Georgian Visa and Residence Permit for Students guide. 

For Visa application related issue, contact [email protected] for professional support.

Global/Europe Recognition
The Caucasus International university is involved in the Bologna process and is recognized both in Europe and in the US. The Caucasus International University is a member of ENIC-NARIC (ENIC – European Network of Information Centres in European Region, NARIC – National Academic Information Centers in the European Union)

MCI Recognition:
The Caucasus International University has just recently gained the accreditation – Medical Council of India (MCI), which means that the Caucasus International University is listed among the foreign universities recommended by the Medical Council of India. CIU is one of the NMC approved colleges in Georgia that offer MBBS in Georgia for Indian students

Exchange Programs:
The Caucasus International University coorperates with the European and US leading universities and offer exchange programs at various European universities to the students for one semester or a year. Thus the university has exchange programs within the individual cooperation, ERAMUS mundus and Eramus + The Caucasus International University also offers Exchange Programs in Turkey in the framework of the Mevlana Exchange Program.

International Projects:
The Caucasus International University carries out various international scientific-research projects, including: Tempus – the EU financed program aiming at promoting higher education reform and cooperating with the EU partner countries.

Career Services:
Career development of students and graduates is the main concern of the office of student employment support of the Caucasus International University Tbilisi. That is why it is distinguished with its high employment index: 90% of graduates are employed.

The office regularly offers trainings to students to improve skills necessary for career development. In order to promote student employment, job fairs on campus are held several times a year, where leading companies and the representatives of public sector take part.

Student Affairs:
The center of student affairs promotes the arrangement of student clubs, encourages club activities and realization of students initiatives. It organizes events in order to ensure effervescent student life.

Today, the Caucasus International University is one of the nation’s leading private university, with the personal growth and professional development of its students as its main goal. Graduates of the university feel confidence and ready to enter the competitive job market.

Currently, CIU does not have hostels on campus for foreign students. However, apartments and flats are cheap around the university’s vicinity.

To learn more about apartments in Tbilisi, read Accommodation and Hostels In Georgia for International Students

Top 12 reasons to Study In Tbilisi.

  • Low Cost of Living
  • Nice Weather
  • Affordable Clothing
  • Cheap Transportation
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Social Tolerance
  • Effective Security/Police
  • Cheap Restaurant
  • Public Sport facilities
  • Good Healthcare System
  • Many Museums
  • Free Street WiFis