1- Where can I find the credit prices and the payment procedure?
Credit fees vary according to your program(s) of interest. You can check all the
fees on the USEK website. As for the payment procedure, up until now, 50% of the tuition fees must be settled in fresh USD, and the remaining fees will be waived. Please note that the payment procedure is subject to change.
SAT scores may exempt you from sitting for the English Proficiency Test and the USEK Math Test only. You can check the
required scores per program on the USEK website.
Candidates must apply first during the Early Admission period (February-April) to be eligible for upgrading their scholarship based on the official exams results at a later stage. All dates and deadlines are available on the USEK website.
4- Am I eligible to apply for an admission with scholarship during the Spring Semester?
Unfortunately, scholarships are valid only if you apply directly for the Fall Semester after graduating from school.
5- What is the admissions procedure to apply to USEK?
You must submit your
online application available on the USEK website: and attach the
required documents so that we can check your eligibility accordingly.
You can send an email to
admissions@usek.edu.lb and we will be sending you the required chapters and samples accordingly.
USEK follows the American credit system. Some programs are purely offered in English, while others can be hybrid (with some courses in French and others English depending on the program and the course offering for each semester).
8- Can English-educated candidates apply for a hybrid program?
Yes, you can, However, you may still need to validate French remedial courses and communication skills. Since some courses may be offered solely in French, proficiency in this language could be essential for a successful experience within hybrid programs.
9- What are the requirements to register as a Freshman student?
To apply for the Freshman program, you must submit a permit of study, your school diploma, and a minimum SAT score of 1000. You can submit your
online application on the
USEK website: and attach the required documents and we will check your eligibility accordingly.
Freshman programs are only offered solely to candidates coming from an AP or IB program background.
11- What is the procedure to reactivate my file?
If you activated your account but did not register for any courses, you must send an email to
admissions@usek.edu.lb. However, if you register for any courses, you must to submit a Readmission request to the Office of the Registrar within the deadlines set on the
Academic Calendar.
The orientation session is mandatory and is very helpful to ensure a smooth registration process. However, if you cannot attend it, please refer to the Students Affairs Office at:
sao@usek.edu.lb.
Entrance exams are held only on campus, not online. You can reschedule your exam to another date, if available.
14- How can I submit a transfer request if I have an LT degree?
Only a TS degree can be taken into consideration if you have a grade average of 12 and above. You can submit your
online application on the
USEK website and attach the required documents so that we can check your eligibility accordingly.
As mentioned in the signed contract, you must repay all your tuition fees if you decide to breach the contract. For more info:
accountsreceivable@usek.edu.lb.
To initiate the process, you must submit your
online application on the
USEK website and attach the required documents so that we can check your eligibility accordingly. Subsequently, we will conduct a thorough study of your file to determine the transferability of courses.
Please note that a maximum of 49% of your credits can be considered for transfer.
Details about transferred courses cannot be provided in advance as they are contingent on the file study decision.
You can activate one program only through the Admissions Office. However, as an active USEK student, you can later submit a double major request at the Office of the Registrar at
registrar@usek.edu.lb within the deadlines mentioned on the
Academic Calendar.
Your USEK degree allows you to apply to master programs in other national universities. However, each university has its own admissions requirements; hence, it is preferable to refer to your university of interest.
19- Can I defer my admission after I have been accepted?
Your acceptance is valid for two consecutive semesters only. You can postpone it to the consecutive semester only without having to submit the online application again. However, if you do not register at all during the Fall and Spring semesters, you will have to submit a new application form to be studied again according to the admission conditions.
20- Does USEK offer online certificates?
You can refer to the
USEK Continuing Learning Center (UCLC) on the USEK website or send an email at:
uclc@usek.edu.lb.